Episode 18: Crater Lake Hazelnut Espresso Vodka

Episode 18 features Crater Lake Hazelnut Espresso Vodka. A low proof, coffee and hazelnut flavored vodka that some may classify as a liqueur.Enjoy this episode with a pour of Hazelnut Espresso Vodka, or the yummy Coco Puff Martini!Crater Lake's official website: https://craterlakespirits.com/Brief Historical Timeline:1996 - Bendistillery founded2001 - Crater Lake Hazelnut Espresso Vodka introduced2011 - Brands standardized under the Crater Lake nameKey Cocktail:This cocktail is the result of experimentation at the tasting room, originally intended to be a temporary drink, it proved so popular it earned a permanent place on the menu .Coco Puff Martini:2 oz. Crater Lake Vodka2 oz. Crater Lake Hazelnut Espresso Vodka1 oz. Chocolate syrup1 oz. Half & HalfMix over ice in a shaker, shake vigorously, then strain into a graham cracker rimmed martini glass. No garnish needed.References:Thanks again to James Padilla, National Sales Manager of Bendistillery for taking the time to speak with me for this episode.Sister's CoffeeArticle on Apollo Astronauts in BendVisit Bend Tourist WebsiteAlcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade BureauContact Information:Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/Twitter: @LLConnoisseur