John Dekuyper & Sons – Crave Chocolate Liqueur

Mark your calendar … January 3 is National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day. Yum ! Chocolate covered cherries are a big hit during the holidays, and a common gift, to those that “Crave” the smooth, rich chocolate cherry flavor.

To celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day hopefully you were one of the lucky ones and received a bottle of Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur that unveiled in October. Beam Inc. launched John DeKuyper & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Liqueurs featuring three tempting flavors – Chocolate Cherry, Chocolate Mint and Chocolate Chili.

This premium chocolate liqueur with its sweet cherry taste takes center stage complimented by hints of cocoa … leaving a delectable taste of fruit, vanilla and bittersweet chocolate. Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur is delicious when served over ice, with a splash of milk or as a yummy addition to any cocktail.

Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur

Bring in the New Year right and celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day and try anyone of the tasty cocktail recipes listed below. Additional recipes and information can be found at http://www.dekuyperusa.com/crave.

BOOZY CHERRY CHOCOLATE MILK

Ingredients:

· 2-3 parts JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur

· Milk

Instructions:
· Pour liqueur in a collins glass and add ice-cold milk to taste
· Stir & enjoy

CHOCOLATE CHERRY MARTINI

Ingredients:
· 1 1/2 partS JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Premium Vodka (regular or vanilla)

Instructions:
· Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice
· Shake vigorously and strain into a martini glass
· Garnish with Maraschino Cherry (optional)

GROWN-UP CHERRY HOT CHOCOLATE

Ingredients:
· 2-3 parts of JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· Hot Chocolate

Instructions:
· Pour liqueur in a warmed coffee mug and add hot chocolate ot taste
· Top with whipped cream

LUSCIOUS CHERRY RUSSIAN

Ingredients:
· 1 part JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Premium Vodka (Effen recommended)
· Milk or Half & Half

Instructions:
· Build ingredients over ice in an old fashioned glass
· Add a splash of milk (or half & half) to make it even more luscious

CHERRY MACAROON MARTINI

Ingredients:
· 1 part JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Cruzan Coconut Rum
· Soda Water

Instructions:
· Shake all ingredients (except Soda Water) with ice
· Strain into a martini glass and top with a splash of soda water
· Garnish with Maraschino Cherry (optional)

DESSERT MANHATTAN

Ingredients:
· 1 1/2 parts JDK & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Jim Beam® Bourbon

Instructions:
· Build over ice, stir gently, and serve

John DeKuyper & Sons – Crave

If you are looking for that perfect gift for the holidays or just want to create an exceptional party for your guests, Beam Inc. is launching John DeKuyper & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Liqueurs featuring three tempting flavors – Chocolate Cherry, Chocolate Mint and Chocolate Chili.

With a suggested retail price of $17.99 per 750 mL bottle, this premium line of chocolate liqueurs offers a delectable and enjoyable experience just in time for the upcoming fall and holiday season.

DeKuyper is the #1-selling line of domestic cordials showcasing nearly 60 mixable and versatile flavors of cordials, liqueurs, crèmes, brandies and schnapps.  DeKuyper was founded in Holland in 1695 by Johannes DeKuyper & Son and for more than 300 years has been the brand to turn to for refreshing and unique liqueurs.

The Fuzzy Navel was inspired and created by DeKuyper® Peachtree® Schnapps in the mid-80’s and  DeKuyper® Pucker® Sour Apple Schnapps inspired the creation of the Appletini in the mid-90’s.

JDK & Sons™ Crave balances chocolate with natural flavors fulfilling your desire for the enchanting taste of chocolate and pairing it with three distinct flavors to create a mouthwatering liquer.

• Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur delivers a smooth, rich tasting experience similar to that of the classic cherry cordial. The taste of sweet cherries takes center stage and is complimented by hints of cocoa. It leaves a sweet finish on the palate with notes of fruit, vanilla and bittersweet chocolate.
• Crave Chocolate Mint Liqueur is ideal for peppermint lovers. The experience begins with the tastes of sweet chocolate and vanilla, which gradually introduces peppermint to the palate and finishes with an intriguing and pleasant cooling effect.
• Crave Chocolate Chili Liqueur offers a delicious and surprising twist with its hint of heat. The sweet flavor of milk chocolate, which is enhanced with notes of vanilla and caramel, slowly gives way to the tingly warmth of chili peppers and offers the perfect balance of sweetness with a subtle kick.

“Launching just in time for the holiday entertaining season, JDK & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Liqueurs provide chocolate lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike with a new way to delight their senses during one of the most indulgent times of the year,” said Gary Ross, Director of Cordials and Rums for Beam Inc. “Whether treating yourself to a decadent cocktail or looking to create a memorable experience at your next holiday party, each distinctive flavor delivers the rich taste of chocolate paired with a unique flavor for an enticing way to satisfy your cravings.”

JDK & Sons™ Crave is by the same token superb when served over ice or as a distinct addition to any cocktail.  Several cocktail recipes are listed below.  Additional recipes and information can be found at http://www.dekuyperusa.com/crave.

Crave Cherry Macaroon Martini

1 part JDK & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur

1 part Cruzan® Coconut Rum

Splash of Soda

Method: Shake all ingredients (except soda) with ice. Strain into a martini glass and top with a splash of soda. Garnish with a Maraschino cherry.

Crave Luscious Mint Russian

1 part JDK & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Mint Liqueur

1 part EFFEN® Vodka

Splash of Milk

Method: Build ingredients over ice in an old fashioned glass. Add a splash of milk to make it even more luscious.

Crave Grown-Up Chili Hot Chocolate

2-3 parts JDK & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Chili Liqueur

Hot Chocolate

Method: Pour Liqueur in a warmed coffee mug and add hot chocolate to taste.  Top with whipped cream.

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AGWA de Bolivia

As the joyous arrival of springtime has arrived, it’s time to focus on parties and outdoors events. Refreshing, fruity, and lighter cocktails have long been popular.

So from now until summer, break away from traditional springtime drinks. It’s time to consider a delicious new drink arrival – Agwa de Bolivia.

AGWA de Bolivia has quickly established popularity and widespread appeal throughout the US.

Grown in Bolivia, Made in Amsterdam. AGWA de Bolivia is the world’s first and only liqueur made from coca leaves, and the brand has blossomed into an enticing and edgy product that is rapidly taking the food and beverage world by storm.

The wild Bolivian coca leaves are carefully hand-picked at 2,000 metres in the Andes and then shipped under armed guard in 2,000 Kilo Bales directly to Amsterdam, where the beans are macerated and de-cocainized.

Offering a refreshing new taste, AGWA de Bolivia is ideal for tasty cocktails. Here are four delicious new spring cocktail recipes to try:

Summers Come Early
Ingredients
8 ounces Agwa, 8 ounces lime juice, sliced apple, lime wedges

Preparation
Fill a pitcher with 8 ounces Agwa, mix with 8 ounces lime juice, top with soda water. Add sliced apple and lime wedges. Stir and serves 4 people.

AGWA Berry Kiss
Ingredients
1.5 oz. AGWA de Bolivia Coca Leaf Liquor / 5 oz. chilled Prosecco / fresh lime juice / fresh blackberries and raspberries

Preparation
Combine AGWA, lime juice and chilled Prosecco and shake, garnish with fresh Blackberries and Raspberries

Bolivian Mojito
Ingredients
1.5 oz. AGWA, 12 Spearmint leaves, 1/2 lime, 7 oz. Club soda, 2 tsp. Sugar

Preparation
In a large glass, gently crush mint leaves. Then, squeeze lime juice over crushed leaves. Add sugar and ice. Afterwards, add AGWA and club soda. Stir drink well. Garnish with a lime wedge and tiny pieces of mint leaves.

AGWA Fresca
Ingredients
AGWA, lime, soda water

Preparation
AGWA topped with soda water and crushed lime, on the rocks