Episode 42 features St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, an exquisite and popular spirit known as "Bartender's Ketchup.". Bottled at 750mL and 20% ABV, or 40 proof, it retails for about $35.Enjoy this episode with any cocktail with some St-Germain added!St-Germain's official website: https://www.stgermain.fr/Brief Historical Timeline:2006 - Robert Cooper founds The Cooper Spirits Co.2007 - St-Germain is introduced and wins "Best of Show" at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition2010 - Robert Cooper wins Distiller of the Year from Wine Enthusiast2013 - St-Germain is sold to Bacardi2016 - St-Germain's founder Robert Cooper dies suddenly at age 39Key Cocktails:The St-Germain Cocktail or St-Germain Spritz is simple to make, and the brand sells a carafe made for mixing up a batch to share.The St-Germain Cocktail:1.5 oz. St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur2 oz. Brut Champagne or Dry Sparkling White Wine2.0 oz. Sparkling WaterLemon twist for garnishCombine all the ingredients over ice in a collins glass, stir gently and serve with a lemon twist.References:The Cooper Spirits Co.Wall Street Journal Article on the Cooper familyThe Spirits Business interview with Robert CooperThe Spirits Business Coverage of Bacardi Buying St-GermainSandstrom Partners Portfolio on St-Germain DesignCommArts Reference on St-Germain Brand WorkDrinking Straight Up Article on St-GermainYouTube of Distiller of the Year Award 2010YouTube Interview with Robert Cooper on Selling to BacardiNY Times Remembrance of Robert CooperNational Post Remembrance of Robert CooperContact Information:Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.comJoin my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseurInstagram:

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