The 58 and CO Olive Oil Vodka spirits are a series of alcohol products crafted through a partnership with Citizens of Soil that make use of repurpose single-estate extra virgin olive oil. The spirits come in two expressions including the Olive Oil Vodka Greece 2022 and the Olive Oil Vodka Spain 2022/23, which are each crafted with olive oil sourced from local families in each respective country. The Greece 2022 expression is reported to have marigold, pear and gold bell pepper notes on the palate, while the Spain 2022/23 option has artichoke and green apple tasting notes.
The 58 and CO Olive Oil Vodka spirits are each bottled with a 43% ABV and come in at £49 per 700ml bottle.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Sustainable Co-branding Products
- Partnerships with local producers to create unique beverage products highlight a growing market for sustainable co-branded goods.
- Ingredient-driven Spirits
- The use of unconventional ingredients like olive oil in spirits reflects a shift towards ingredient-driven innovation in the alcohol industry.
- Regional Flavor Profiles
- Emphasizing distinct geographic flavor profiles in spirits underscores a trend of regional authenticity and provenance in beverage offerings.
Where This Applies
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Integrating local agricultural products into spirit crafting presents opportunities for differentiation in the competitive alcoholic beverage industry.
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Collaboration between alcohol producers and local farmers supports sustainable agriculture industries by promoting the use of local resources.
- Luxury Goods
- Creating high-end spirits with unique, locally sourced ingredients aligns with consumer demand for luxury goods that offer both quality and exclusivity.
