12/11/2023 0 Comments Cacti drink alcohol![]() ![]() B+ “Now this is something really different.Bronze Medal, 2018 London International Spirits Competition.Gold Medal, 2023 Denver International Spirits Competition.After several painful weeks of hand harvesting cactus, we used techniques similar to making mezcal to create a brand new spirit – and Dry Land Distillers Cactus was born. It took a long hike with the dog – and removing cactus thorns from her pads – for the epiphany: we’ve got LOTS of prickly pear cactus in Colorado. Why Prickly Pear Cactus? We had planned to create a mezcal from high-altitude agave, but we were unable to consistently source domestic raw agave. The clean flavor profile of the yeast highlights the subtle earthy sweet notes of the cactus. Champagne Yeast –We rely on a traditional champagne yeast to ferment our cactus.Pure Colorado Water – Our water comes from one of the most protected and highest-quality native water basins in the country.Raw cane sugar balances the sugar content of each mash, particularly when cactus fruit is out of season. Raw Cane Sugar - Cactus pads have seasonal variations in sugar content.In season, fresh cactus fruit is added to boost the natural sugar content. Prickly Pear Cactus – Native prickly pear cactus pads are smoked over a mesquite fire for 48 hours to merge the rich, earthy notes of the cactus with the complex bitterness of wood smoke.Finish - Campfire, Bitter Melon, Long Finish.Palate - Raw Cane, Smoke, Peat, Vegetal.Many patrons compare our spirit to a fine mezcal, but layered with unique vegetal and earthy notes. It is ideal for cocktails, pairing especially well with citrus and spice. It pairs wonderfully with citrus, seafood, and strong, spicy foods. Using a process similar to mezcal, our cactus is smoked over a wood fire to create an earthy, smoky, and complex spirit. This unique spirit (cactus liquor) is distilled from native prickly pear cactus. ![]()
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