The Lait de Romalea Bourbon has been unveiled by US-based Tamworth Distilling as its latest offering that will provide consumers with a premium libation that is infused with unlikely ingredients.
Part of the House of Tamworth experimental series, the bourbon is infused with the foam that is excreted from grasshoppers as a defense mechanism. This is then fermented with black tea leaves before being refluxed in acidic ethanol to achieve the final concoction that is dehydrated and infused into the bourbon. Featuring a 45% ABV, the Lait de Romalea Bourbon is reported to have an exquisite flavor profile with a "floral, rosy and fruity" nose along with notes of plum, berry and tobacco on the palate.
Grasshopper Excretion Bourbons
The Lait de Romalea Bourbon is Part of the House of Tamworth Series
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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