Coffee liqueurs and spirits are traditionally known for their dark color, but the Brunette Clear organic coffee liqueur has been debuted by the Bourdeaux Distilling Co. as an alternative to help expand reach. The product is crafted using de-pulped coffee cherry, otherwise known as cascara, along with coffee blossom that are macerated in organic grain alcohol before being distilled at a low temperature to achieve the clear solution. The final product comes with a 22% ABV and a smooth profile that will work well in a variety of cocktails where a traditional coffee liqueur might not otherwise work.
Arnaud Chevalier of Bordeaux Distilling Co. spoke on the Brunette Clear organic coffee liqueur saying, "Passionate about innovation and sustainability, we’re incredibly proud that Brunette Clear not only raises awareness about a key issue such as waste, but also increases the functionality of coffee liqueurs."
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Clear Spirits Revolution
- The shift towards clear coffee liqueurs represents a broader trend in the spirits industry for visually unique yet classic flavors.
- Sustainable Spirits
- Crafting liqueurs from byproducts like coffee cherry and blossom highlights a growing movement towards waste reduction in beverage production.
- Low-temperature Distillation
- Utilizing low-temperature distillation for a refined, smooth profile in spirits is creating new opportunities for flavor innovation.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Transformations like the development of clear coffee liqueur are opening new avenues for how traditional liqueurs are perceived and enjoyed.
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Leveraging coffee industry byproducts like cascara is driving increased sustainability and environmental consciousness in agricultural practices.
- Beverage Manufacturing
- Innovations in clear distillation processes for spirits are setting new standards and practices in the production and flavor profiles of beverages.
