BITTERSWEET SPRITZ

As the newest spring addition to the Klocke Estate Distillery ‘Estate Collection’ menu, I present the Bittersweet Spritz. Showcasing Klocke’s Bittersweet’ vermouth, comprised of estate grown Vidal blanc grapes fortified with grape brandy & macerated with 20+ botanicals.

On the palette it showcases rich notes of cola, rosemary, bitter orange, and vanilla that pair delightfully with Klocke Estate Creme de Menthe liqueur and Braulio, an alpine Italian amaro, known for its bitter wintergreen quality. Finished with a house made birch bark syrup sourced from Mountain Rose Herbs - It has a layered, herbaceous, and woody profile that is reminiscent of Birch Beer.

Inspired by regional flavors, I based this drink around the flavor profile of North-east style birch beer - One of my favorite drinks growing up in New York. Traditionally brewed in the spring time, this cocktail is a tribute to a beverage older than America itself.