Stacole Craft Spirits Book

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GABRIEL BOUDIER DIJON, FRANCE Knowledge and expertise of more than 140 years is at the heart of the House of Gabriel Boudier. A name that is now renowned worldwide. Since its foundation in 1874, Gabriel Boudier has invented and diversified into a range of exceptional products that delight enthusiasts of crème de fruits as well liqueurs. THE ORIGINAL SINCE 1874 Crème de Cassis de Dijon has been the symbol of tradition and expertise at Maison Boudier for more than 100 years. By rigorously maintaining the strict methods of production, the taste and flavour is now renowned throughout the world. Indeed, only Crème de Cassis de Dijon has to be made from the extract of macerating blackcurrant berries in alcohol without preservatives or colouring, with a limited addition of sugar dissolved directly into the alcoholic juice of the blackcurrant berries at cold temperature. Crème de Cassis Dijon #747337 / 750ml / $23.99 Obtained by macerating selected raspberry varieties from Scotland and Burgundy. Add to champagne and sparkling wines to produce a delicious aperitif. Crème de Peche #827085 / 750ml / $23.99 Obtained by macerating selected white peach varieties, including the vine peach. Add to champagne and sparkling wines to produce a delicious aperitif. Crème de Framboise #150547 / 750ml / $23.99

WHAT’S A CATHEAD? The term “Cathead” is a compliment in Mississippi, first coined back in the day by blues musicians as a nod to artists they respect. Cathead Distillery works hard to bring honor to the meaning of Cathead through their philanthropic support of live music and artisans alike. Mississippi repealed prohibition in 1966, the last state to do so. Forty four years later, lifelong friends and blues fans founded Cathead Distillery. Cathead is proud to be the first and oldest distillery in the state of Mississippi.

CATHEAD USA, MISSISSIPPI Hoodoo Chicory Liqueur #526139 / 750ml / $29.59

Made by the same folks that make Cathead Vodka, Hoodoo is closer to a traditional coffee liqueur. It’s lower proof (40), so it’s a better fit for coffee cocktails. It has the aroma of fresh ground nuts and peanut shells with a dark brownish gold color. The taste is nicely balanced with a pleasant underlying sweetness that provides body but it’s never cloying. It has more potential than just spiking coffee though, and Tiki fans will find that Hoodoo adds a bit of exotic mystery to fall and winter tipples.

DOLIN FRANCE, SAVOIE Génépy des Alpes #812862 / 750ml / $25.33

KRONAN SWEDEN Swedish Punsch Liqueur #677562 / 750ml / $24.67

The elusive Génépy (Génépi), is an iconic alpine botanical associated with the kingdom of Savoy and the regions in France, Switzerland, and Italy that once made up that kingdom. Génépy has been used for centuries to flavor liqueurs, digestifs and tonics. The flavor profile falls somewhere in between modern absinthe and chartreuse. While exhibiting significant sweetness, its strong herbal quality keeps it nicely balance. FOSS DISTILLERY ICELAND, IBARAKI All Foss products are crafted from natural Icelandic birch, Icelandic water and high-quality corn spirits. Bjork Birch Liqueur #750011 / 375ml / $29.99 “Bjork” Liqueur is handcrafted from distilled grain spirit, infused with hand-picked Icelandic birch and finished with birch syrup. Enjoy as a digestif after dinner or with coffee.

Originally the grog of Swedish sailors traveling through the East Indies, Swedish Punsch is based on Batavia Arrack, a rice and sugarcane spirit. The first ones were mixed with rum, sugar, and spices and, true to tradition, Kronan is made in Sweden and best when poured straight and served warm. “Best New Liquor of 2011” Esquire Mag

LOW ON THE TOTEM INGREDIENTS 2 oz Thomas Tew Single Barrel Rum 1 oz Kronan Swedish Punsch 1 oz Cold Brew Coffee 1 oz Coconut Milk .75 oz Pineapple Juice .5 Fresh Lime Juice DIRECTIONS Shake all ingredients and strain into drained young coconut. Garnish. — LUKE TULLOS

Birkir Birch Schnapps #791211 / 375ml / $29.99

Honey amber in color and infused with handpicked Icelandic birch, “Birkir” Schnapps hass woody but fresh aromas on the nose. The palate boasts a smooth, subtle sweet taste. Enjoy chilled in a snifter glass, on the rocks, as an aperitif or as a digestif.

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