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AVERELL DAMSON NEW YORK, FINGER LAKES The Damson Plum made its way to North America with early settlers. The Damson is the tartest and spiciest of all plums. Historically famous in jams, brandy and gin, these small, crimson plums have become rare. Averell Damson Plum Gin Liqueur 66PF / 750ML During the New York fall harvest, Damson plums are barrel pressed and blended with small-batch American gin. This all-natural spirit offers sweet aromas of plum and spice, leading to a tart, full-flavored palate with a lingering fruit finish. As The New York Times notes, it “does wonders for iced black tea” or adds a fresh twist to a Kir Royale.

AGRICANTO ITALY’, VENEYO Badel Antique Pelinkovac is Croatia’s oldest and most premium herbal liqueur, dating back to 1862. It is a, 100% natural, hand-bottled craft product with each bottle featuring a unique serial number. Badel 1862 Antique Pelinkovac Liqueur 70PF / 750ML a remarkable herbal spirit that has captivated connoisseurs with its complex blend of over 40 aromatic Mediterranean botanicals and its rich historical roots in the Balkan region. This premium liqueur, crafted with care and tradition, offers a unique flavor profile enhanced by its meticulous aging process in oak barrels and the use of a legendary copper still. ALTA VERDE ITALY, ALTO ADIGE Since 1906, Antica Erboristeria Cappelletti has crafted traditional botanical spirits. Now based in Aldeno, Italy, the firm remains family focused on the herbs and roots that have defined their production for over a century. Amaro Alta Verde 48PF / 750ML Crafted from assenzio and alpine botanicals, this amaro marries deep wormwood bitterness with fresh citrus and spice. Expect a verdant, forest-like aroma and a perfectly balanced, bittersweet palate. ANTIQUE PELINKOVAC CROATIA Badel Antique Pelinkovac is Croatia’s oldest and most premium herbal liqueur, dating back to 1862. It is a, 100% natural, hand-bottled craft product with each bottle featuring a unique serial number. Badel 1862 Antique Pelinkovac Liqueur 70PF / 750ML a remarkable herbal spirit that has captivated connoisseurs with its complex blend of over 40 aromatic Mediterranean botanicals and its rich historical roots in the Balkan region. This premium liqueur, crafted with care and tradition, offers a unique flavor profile enhanced by its meticulous aging process in oak barrels and the use of a legendary copper still. ARGIOLAS ITALY, SARDINIA The vineyards of Argiolas are in the region of Trexenta and Sulcis where the family controls 600 acres planted to native Sardinian grapes. Argiolas Tremontis Limone Liqueur 60PF / 700ML Limonsardo is made from a selection of natural infusions and essences, extracted from the peel of aromatic lemons, blended with the semi-processed liqueur and with the addition of sugar. Brilliant lemon yellow in color with a strong fragrance of fresh lemon fruit. Argiolas Tremontis Mirto Liqueur 60PF / 700ML A unique liqueur made from the berries of the Mirto (Myrtle) plant, one of the most distinctive essences of the Mediterranean and has long been recognized for its healing properties. Violet red in color with herbal aromas.

COUNT OF MOUNT KISCO INGREDIENTS 1oz Averell Damson Gin Liqueur 1oz Dolin Dry Vermouth de Chambéry 1oz Salers Gentian Apéritif DIRECTIONS Stir with ice, Strain into a double rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a grapefruit peel. — SCOTT KRAHN, NYC

BACHE GABRIELSEN FRANCE, COGNAC Bache Gabrielsen Very Old White Pineau des Charentes 34PF / 750ML Pineau des Charentes is made on the day of harvest, by blending white grape juice which is rich in sugar, and a very young high alcohol content cognac, it is then put into casks to be aged for a minimum of one year (Pineau des Charentes), five years (for a Vieux Pineau des Charentes), 10 years (for a Très Vieux Pineau des Charentes). BAILONI AUSTRIA Heralded as the first apricot distillery in the Wachau Valley, Bailoni is an independently owned family company. In the 1930’s, within its original 350-year-old building, Bailoni focused on the production of premium apricot specialties and has become the preeminent producer of apricot liqueur in Austria. The family company owns 1500 of their own trees and supports fellow family-owned farms in sourcing additional apricot needs. Bailoni Wachauer Gold Apricot Liqueur 80PF / 750ML Apricots from the Wachau Valley are selected and sorted by hand, then stoned and pressed, the juice meticulously fermented with yeast, and gently distilled three times. The distillate matures for at least 2 years and comprises 60% of the final product, nearly double the requirement. The result is a refined liqueur exceptionally rich in apricot flavor, color, and aroma. 89pts Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2018

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