Florida–based Tropical Distillers is launching ‘J.F. Haden’s Espresso Liqueur’, a spirit made with 100% Arabica coffee beans that are roasted by Per’La Specialty Roasters. The spirit is distilled without preservatives, artificial flavors, or coloring, and appeals to market demand for Espresso Martinis. The new ‘J.F. Haden Espresso Liqueur’ will be primarily distributed throughout Florida, Georgia, Tennesse, and New York.
In addition to being a traditional spirit, the ‘Espresso Liqueur’ can be mixed into a martini, Irish Coffee, or frozen drink for a versatile coffee-flavored beverage.
Tropical Distiller’s CEO Buzzy Sklar recognized the demand for a drink like ‘J.F. Haden Espresso Liqueur,’ saying: "We wanted to create a spirit that is rich in flavor that catered to a specific cocktail genre and capitalizes on the growing affinity for coffee-flavored cocktails. What makes it unique is its versatility, it tastes delicious served on the rocks after dinner, in cocktails, coffee drinks and can even be used in dessert recipes."
Espresso-Based Distilled Spirits
Tropical Distillers Releases the ‘J.F. Haden’s Espresso Liqueur’
Trend Themes
1. Espresso-based Spirits - With the rising demand for espresso martinis and coffee-flavored cocktails, there is an opportunity for the creation of new espresso-based distilled spirits.
2. Natural Distillation - The use of natural ingredients, like 100% Arabica coffee beans, and the avoidance of preservatives, artificial flavors, or coloring to create distilled spirits is a trend that is gaining traction.
3. Versatile Liqueurs - Liqueurs that can be used in a variety of applications, such as in cocktails, mixed drinks, and dessert recipes, are becoming increasingly popular and provide an opportunity for innovation.
Industry Implications
1. Distillery - Distilleries can capitalize on the trend of natural and versatile liqueurs by experimenting with different flavors, ingredients and distillation techniques.
2. Specialty Coffee - Specialty coffee roasters like Per'La, that supply high-quality coffee beans for distilleries, can increase their market reach and add value to their brand by partnering with spirits producers.
3. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can benefit from the popularity of coffee-flavored cocktails by incorporating espresso-based spirits into their drink menus and creating unique cocktail offerings.