Joie de Eau de Vie with Sarah and Marko Suput

This week, we are joined by the wonderful Sarah and Marko Suput from Rock 12 distillery to discuss their spirits and upcoming projects while taking a deeper dive into the world of fruit brandies! From eau de vies to schnapps to rakias, we take a look at this broad category of spirits, their cultural roots, and why they deserve more attention.

Cocktails Discussed:

Plavo Srce

1/3 oz. Amador Distilling Slivovitz

1/3 oz. J.J. Pfister Distilling Drakas

1/4 oz. Rock 12 Victus Amaro

1 1/2 oz. freshly squeezed orange juice

3 oz. La Delizia Prosecco

Combine the first four ingredients in a shaker with ice, and shake until well chilled. Strain into a flute, and top with the prosecco. Garnish with an orange slice, and serve.

Eau de Renaissance

3/4 oz. RE:Find Kumquat Vodka

3/4 oz. Ventura Spirits Quince Brandy

3/4 oz. lemon juice

1/4 oz. Rock 12 Quince Liqueur

Rinse a chilled coupe glass with the quince liqueur, reserving half in the bottom of the glass. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a shaker with ice, and shake until well chilled. Strain into the prepared glass, garnish with an expressed lemon twist, and serve.