Empirical The Plum, I Suppose

Name: Empirical The Plum, I Suppose
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750ml & 64 Proof

Empirical The Plum, I Suppose is a Liqueur from the Empirical Spirits Collection brand hailing from Denmark.

What is Empirical The Plum, I Suppose?

Empirical The Plum, I Suppose is a unique spirit that defies traditional categorization, blending the essence of plums with a hint of marigold for a truly distinctive flavor profile. Interestingly, this spirit is made using a custom-built vacuum still that allows for fermentation and distillation at lower temperatures, preserving delicate aromas that would otherwise be lost in conventional distillation methods.

Why do we love Empirical The Plum, I Suppose?

Cocktail enthusiasts should be intrigued by Empirical's The Plum, I Suppose, as it defies traditional spirit categories, blending the richness of plums with the complexity of malic acid and Hungarian oak. This innovative spirit stands out for its use of unconventional ingredients like plum kernels and its low-temperature vacuum distillation process, resulting in a flavor profile that's simultaneously fruity, nutty, and subtly woody – perfect for crafting unique cocktails or sipping neat.

How do you drink Empirical The Plum, I Suppose?

Empirical The Plum, I Suppose shines when sipped neat or over a large ice cube, allowing its unique plum and marigold notes to fully unfold on the palate. This versatile spirit also excels in spirit-forward cocktails like variations on the Old Fashioned or Manhattan, and pairs beautifully with rich, savory dishes or cheese plates during cool autumn evenings.

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Empirical The Plum, I Suppose

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Tasting Notes

How It's Made

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Nose: Fresh plum skins, tart maraschino cherries, and a hint of almond. Light floral notes reminiscent of jasmine tea. Subtle earthy undertones of wet stone and forest floor.

Palate: Tart and fruity, with prominent flavors of unripe plums and sour cherry. A whisper of vanilla and nutmeg spice. Vegetal notes of green tea and cucumber peel add complexity. Slightly tannic, with a tea-like astringency.

Finish: Medium-length and dry. Lingering tartness of plum skins and green apple. A touch of white pepper spice emerges. Faint mineral notes and a subtle smokiness reminiscent of oolong tea round out the experience.

Empirical's "The Plum, I Suppose" is crafted using a unique vacuum distillation process that captures the essence of Danish plums and marigold flowers at low temperatures, preserving their delicate flavors. This innovative technique allows the distillers to create a spirit that's neither a gin nor a vodka, but rather a category-defying libation that showcases the natural aromas and tastes of its ingredients in a way traditional distillation methods cannot achieve.

Empirical The Plum, I Suppose isn't actually made with plums at all. Instead, it's crafted from a unique blend of marigold kombucha, salted black plum tea, and blackcurrant buds, creating a flavor profile that only hints at plum-like notes.

The spirit's name is a playful nod to the poem "This Is Just To Say" by William Carlos Williams, which famously mentions plums in an icebox. This literary connection adds a layer of intellectual intrigue to the drinking experience.

Despite its complex flavor profile, The Plum, I Suppose is made using a vacuum still at low temperatures, preserving delicate aromas that would typically be lost in traditional distillation methods. This technique allows for the capture of flavors that are usually impossible to distill, resulting in a truly one-of-a-kind spirit.

Main Ingredient: Plum Kernel
Country of Origin: Denmark, South Korea

Cocktail Recipes

Espresso Martini, I Suppose

Ingredients

1.75 oz The Plum, I Suppose

.5 oz Orgeat Syrup

1 oz espresso or strong filter coffee

.5 oz Mr Black Coffee Liqueur

3 coffee beans, for garnish

Directions

Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Hard shake, then strain into a martini glass. Garnish with 3 coffee beans.

Plum Paloma

Ingredients

1.25 oz The Plum, I Suppose

.75 oz Del Maguey Vida Mezcal

5 oz pink grapefruit soda

lime zest for garnish

Directions

Pour the two spirits over ice in a Collins glass. Add the grapefruit soda. Stir. Then zest lime on top of your drink with a microplane grater.

Plum Cosmo 001

Ingredients

1.5 oz The Plum, I Suppose

.75 oz Italicus Bergamot Liqueur

.75 oz fresh lime juice

1.5 oz cranberry juice

1-2 dash Orange Bitters

Orange zest and lime for garnish

Directions

All all ingredients to a shaker. Add ice and shake vigorously until very cold. Strain into a martini glass. Flame orange zest oils over the glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.