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The Aperitivo Spritz has emerged as one of the most beloved and iconic drinks in the beverage world. With its refreshing and bubbly nature, this simple cocktail has captivated the taste buds of many, offering a perfect balance of flavors and a vibrant burst of colors and textures. We’ve all had the classic; here’s the five best variations that are sure to elevate your aperitivo experience to new heights. The Aperol Spritz is the quintessential Italian aperitivo cocktail that has gained international fame, but it can always do with a little improvement. If you crave a little extra zesty kick, the Grapefruit Spritz is a fantastic choice. Combine fresh grapefruit juice, your favorite bitter liqueur, prosecco, and a splash of soda water for a variation with a vibrant burst of citrusy flavor and tangy twist. This drink strikes a fine balance between bitter and tart, making it a revitalizing and invigorating...

06 July, 2023

Our labels have always been a source of conversation. Every time I pull out a bottle of Liba Spirits someone inevitably asks me about the story behind them, which is more involved than you might think. I recently read something that said most people make the decision of whether to buy a particular product on the shelf or not in roughly two seconds. The implication being that, as a brand, your product needs to communicate its worth in that short amount of time via its packaging. Can you imagine? I’ve never been much good with brevity, so let’s take an in depth look at Liba’s labels and design. This is an obvious statement but one I feel compelled to make here: A lot of thought went into the packaging of our brand. For some reason, I was set from the start on having three quarter wrap around labels. I never l seriously...

03 June, 2022

One of the newest accounts to carry our spirits, Littlebear Bottleshop in Skyforest, CA, is as obsessed with alpine flavors and traditions as we are—to honor this fruitful pairing we created a couple of recipes for cocktails inspired by the region using our 1643 Alpine Gin. We are thrilled to announce a new shop that's carrying our spirits, Littlebear Botteshop in Skyforest, CA! Owned and operated by Nathan Hazard, an industry vet with experience as a brand ambassador for the Real McCoy rum as well as beverage director for the Coconut Club, this shop is curated with the intention to introduce customers to lesser-known gems in the spirits world, with a particular interest in alpine flavors, now including our 1643 Alpine Gin. To celebrate, we put together a list of recipes for alpine cocktails. When we first spoke with Hazard, he indicated that part of his interest in Liba Spirits was that...

01 February, 2022

In honor of the start of Mardi Gras season and National Hot Buttered Rum Day, we brought a bit of New Orleans' flavor to warm us up in Upstate New York with our new cocktail recipe, a take on a King Cake-inspired Hot Buttered Rum. Yesterday here in Ithaca the sky opened up and dumped inch after inch of fresh powder, smacking you in the face with flurries of snow, and yet I was warmed from the inside out by our King Cake-inspired Hot Buttered Rum, which paired the classic baking spice flavor of King Cake with our herbaceous and citrus-forward Lafcadio Botanical Rum! Continue reading for a brief history on hot buttered rum, King Cake, and a recipe for this seasonal rum cocktail. The history of hot buttered rum dates back to colonial times at least and perhaps even further. The act (or art? You decide) of incorporating butter into a...

19 January, 2022