Episode 9: Tuaca Originale Italiano

Episode 9 features Tuaca Originale Italiano liqueur. This sweet, brandy based liqueur flavored with citrus and vanilla is said to date all the way back to the 15th century. It's 35% alcohol by volume, 70 proof. Uses Italian brandy, but made in Canada by Sazerac.Enjoy this episode with some chilled Tuaca!Tuaca's official website: https://www.tuaca.com/Brief Historical Timeline:15th Century - Liqueur created to honor Lorenzo de Medici, ruler of Florence, Italy1938 - Recipe rediscovered and recreated by Gaetano Tuoni and Giorgio Canepa in Livorno, Italy2004 - Brand purchased by Brown-Forman2010 - Distillery in Livorno, Italy closed permanently2016 - Brand acquired by SazeracKey Cocktail:Tuaca is best served chilled, just straight or on the rocks, but it works well in several cocktails.Hot Apple Pie:2 oz. Tuaca6 oz. warm apple ciderWhipped cream to garnishCinnamon (stick or ground) to garnishMix in a mug and enjoy!Additional cocktail recipes can be found on Tuaca's website.References:Article on the closing of the Livorno distillery: Goodbye TuacaWashington Post Article: Tuaca - You Heard It Here FirstWikipedia article on TuacaWikipedia article on SazeracThe Spruce Eats: Tuaca The Spirits Business: Sazerac gives Tuaca new recipe and designThe story behind Brighton, England's love of TuacaContact Information:Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/Twitter: @LLConnoisseur