NY - Spirits Portfolio

PAGÈS VERVEINE DU VELAY FRANCE The verbena which is used in the range of products marketed by the company Verveine du Velay Pagès* is grown near Saint-Germain Laprade. An icon of Auvergne’s gastronomic heritage, Pagès Verveine du Velay combines local vervain with a delicious bouquet of plants and spices. It takes some 18 months to create this liqueur using three key steps: maceration, distillation and ageing in oak barrels. Pagès Verveine du Velay Verte Liqueur 110PF / 750ML Herbal notes of lemon verbena, juniper and nutmeg. Powerful and aromatic on the palate, with a refreshing finish. ROYAL VALLET MEXICO, MEXICO CITY Henri Vallet crafted these classic bitters in the 1860s, when he emigrated to Mexico from France during colonization. He remained in his adopted homeland and by the 1880s had established local prominence as a skilled distiller. Royal Vallet Amargo Angostura Vallet 90PF / 750ML A 90-proof bitter liqueur made from Angostura bark and a maceration of cherry fruits, cloves and other roots and spices. Herbal notes of bittersweet dark chocolate and citrus rind balance an earthly richness to create this delightful elixir. Royal Vallet Fernet 70PF / 750ML Made from a maceration of aromatic plants, roots and spices including cinnamon, clove, quassia wood, gentian root and cardamom. An intensely herbal, woodsy digestif. Royal Vallet Granada 64PF / 750ML Pomegranate tartness with hints of cinnamon and fennel is balanced by woody gentian root, wormwood, and cinchona bark, with citrus notes of orange and kaffir lime. Oaxacan cochineal delivers its beautiful color. SPIRIT OF HVEN SWEDEN Spirit of Hven is situated on an island that is home to some of Sweden’s absolute best producers of agricultural products, which explains why we at Spirit of Hven emphasize use of local raw materials. Spirit of Hven Organic Swedish Aquavit 80PF / 750ML Certified organic and double-matured in oak, this Aquavit offers exceptional depth. The unique aging process enhances a palate of soft fudge and vanilla, while the aromatic profile balances fresh herbs with an unexpected, elegant note of freshly ground coffee. Silver Medal San Francisco World Spirits Competition Spirit of Hven Summer Spirit 80PF / 750ML A complex distillate of orchard fruits, rhubarb, and local botanicals, aged in American oak to achieve a refined balance of sweetness and spice. Bottled without carbon- or chill-filtering, this spirit is hand-waxed at the distillery with no added color or additives to preserve its natural character.

SOREL BARBADOS An alcoholic interpretation of a traditional hibiscus-based Afro Caribbean beverage, is produced by Jack From Brooklyn, Inc.. Founded by Jackie Summers, the first Black person to receive a U.S. liquor license post-Prohibition, it launched in 2013 with hibiscus, cloves, cassia, nutmeg, and ginger.

Sorel Liqueur 30PF / 750ML

A well-balanced, spiced, and floral liqueur that’s smooth, versatile, and suitable for serving on its own or in cocktails. Its distinctive deep red color comes from Moroccan hibiscus, blended with warm spices like clove, nutmeg.

UME PLUM USA, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA Inspired by the unique flavor profile and multi-cultural tradition of plum liqueurs, UME was created with a vision of bringing to market a drink that is an experience in and of itself. UME Plum 34PF / 750ML A delightfully tart, mildly sweet plum liqueur featuring a show-stopping royal purple hue. Naturally gluten-free with half the sugar of comparable aperitifs and liqueurs. Naturally gluten-free with half the sugar of comparable aperitifs and liqueurs.

VERGNANO ITALY A third-generation producer of traditional Piedmontese liqueurs, Torino Distillati has been bio-certified by “Valoritalia” since 2015. Every product in the line is organic and subject to rigorous controls, offering a transparent, high-purity expression of artisanal alchemy dating back to 1865. Vergnano Arancino Organic Blood Orange Liqueur 34PF / 750ML A Maceration of Sicilian blood oranges into pristine wheat spirit, proofed down with cold pressed blood orange juice. Vergnano Ciocco Artichoke Bitter Liqueur 34PF / 700ML Made from raw Artichoke, bitter Orange, Wormwood, raisins, rhubarb, gentian, and molasses Alcohol. Vergnano Fragola Organic Strawberry Liqueur 34PF / 750ML A Maceration of Sicilian strawberries into pristine wheat spirit, proofed down with cold pressed organic strawberry juice. Vergnano Limonino Organic Lemon Liqueur 34PF / 750ML A Maceration of hand-picked Sicilian Burman and Laurens varietals lemons into pristine wheat spirit, proofed down with cold pressed organic lemon juice. Vergnano Maraschino Liqueur 60PF / 750ML A Marasca cherry distillate finished with a touch of sweetness. Vergnano Mirtillo Organic Blueberry Liqueur 34PF / 750ML A Maceration of Sicilian blueberries into pristine wheat spirit, proofed down with cold pressed organic blueberry juice.

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