# Grasshopper Excretion Bourbons The Lait de Romalea Bourbon is Part of the House of Tamworth Series By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-04-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lait-de-romalea-bourbon References: [thespiritsbusiness](https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/04/grasshopper-secretion-infused-bourbon-launches-in-us/) & [tamworthdistilling](http://tamworthdistilling.com/2019/03/coming-soon-house-of-tamworth-lait-de-romalea/) The Lait de Romalea Bourbon has been unveiled by US-based [Tamworth Distilling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gooseflavored-whiskey) as its latest offering that will provide consumers with a premium libation that is infused with unlikely ingredients. Part of the [House of Tamworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-tamworth-saison-de-frai) [experimental series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/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. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Insect-based Beverages:** The use of insect excrements and foam as ingredients for alcoholic beverages is a novel trend worth exploring further by distilleries and beverage companies. - **Experimental Alcohol Series:** There is a growing trend towards offering spirits as part of an experimental series that uses unusual and unexpected ingredients to create unique flavor profiles. - **Premium Alcohol Infusions:** Consumers are looking for premium, high-quality alcoholic beverages that feature innovative flavor infusions with unique and unexpected ingredients. ### Where This Applies - **Distilleries:** Distilleries can take advantage of the growing interest in experimental alcohol series and insect-based ingredients to create unique and innovative spirits. - **Beverage Companies:** Beverage companies can use insect-based ingredients to create novel beverages, tapping into consumer demand for sustainable and alternative sources of protein and nutrients. - **Gastronomy:** Gastronomic professionals can incorporate insect-based beverages into their menus and offer customers an entirely new and unique experience to attract and retain clientele. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Bourbon Maturation Processes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snouttotail.md) - [Sweet Cream-Based Bourbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-cream.md) - [Toasted French Oak Bourbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-bourbon.md) - [Beer Lover-Targeted Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-trace-experimental-collection-26.md) - [Roasted Goose-Flavored Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gooseflavored-whiskey.md) - [Trout-Flavored Brandies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-tamworth-saison-de-frai.md) - [Insect Whisky Pairings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-pairing-with-legs.md) - [Coffee-Infused Bourbon Expressions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-roast-bourbon.md) - [Naturally Infused Bourbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/five-springs-infused-bourbon.md)