COCKTAIL & RECIPE GUIDE SPRING & SUMMER 2014 VAN GOGH VODKA & GIN IS IMPORTED FROM HOLLAND EXCLUSIVELY BY VAN GOGH IMPORTS P.O. BOX 274106 TAMPA, FLORIDA 33618 1.888.539.3361 VANGOGHVODKA.COM VANGOGHIMPORTS.COM BACK COVER FRONT COVER AS THE WEATHER GETS WARM, INDULGE IN THE BREEZE WITH A COOL COCKTAIL TABLE OF CONTENTS FLAVOR GUIDE 1-2 FAVORITES 3-4 ABOUT 5 SIMPLE COCKTAILS 6 LEMONADES & TEAS 7-8 DUTCH MULES 9-10 BEER COCKTAILS 11-12 ENTERTAINING FOR A CROWD 13-14 ESPRESSO & ICED COFFEE 15-16 CRUSHES 17 SKINNY COCKTAILS 18 VAN GOGH VODKA HAS ARTFULLY VAN GOGH’S EXPANSIVE PORTFOLIO ALSO INCLUDES THE HARMONIOUS CLASSIC 80 PROOF, CAPTURED THE AUTHENTIC TASTE THE SUPER-SMOOTH BLUE TRIPLE WHEAT, OF 22 DIFFERENT FLAVORS. AND THE DUTCH STYLE VAN GOGH GIN. RICH DARK BLUE CLASSIC 80 VAN GOGH GIN DOUBLE ESPRESSO COOL PEACH TRIPLE WHEAT CHOCOLATE The exceptionally smooth This is a sophisticated blend Van Gogh Cool Peach Van Gogh’s newest Crafted from the finest Van Gogh Blue Triple Wheat that has subtle but pure features the fantastic chocolate treat is its Handcrafted using the coffee beans, our master Vodka is a well-ballanced flavors that come together combination of ripe, juicy most decadent and finest ingredients, this distiller captured the spirit that offers subtle, gracefully. With a noticeable peach complimented by delightful to date. classic spirit is distilled brilliance of a roasted neutral flavors of European aroma of citrus tempered by a bright hit of mint. three times to achieve cup of espresso. grains laced with mineral a suggestion of licorice. Intense, dark cocoa is unrivaled excellence. undertones. Aromas and flavors of beautifully complimented by A touch of smooth bitterness The cassia bark and licorice vibrant peach with an notes of coffee, chili pepper, The finish delivers delicate, This dedication produces blended with burned sugar mingle together brilliantly undertone of almond are caramel, and exotic spice. yet consistent notes of a vodka acclaimed by forms the palate, with for a wonderful experience, followed by a cool touch Giving it layers of wheat with an edge of connoisseurs worldwide. notable Colombian beans finishing with nuances of of mint that lingers for a sophisticated chocolate minerality for a dry and and a hit of a caramel. polished finish. lemon and almond. refreshing finish. with a slightly spicy finish. RASPBERRY COCONUT VANILLA ESPRESSO POMEGRANATE DUTCH CARAMEL Locating the balance Van Gogh Espresso has a Our pomegranates come This is a bold, tropical flavor Vanilla originally grown between sweet burned Raspberries from Germany wonderful aroma of fresh from Spain. A balance of with a typical coconut near the equator provides sugar and the signature provide a typical raspberry roasted coffee beans sweet and bitter denotes aroma and taste. this vodka with its genuine candy, the result is pure flavor. complemented by a spark the flavor, just like a real vanilla taste. decadence. of cocoa. pomegranate. Warm notes of rum and The nose is full of sweet chocolate are recognized, Exotic yet comforting Undertones of vanilla and red fruit and in the mouth, Just the right amount of Strawberry, cranberry, and becoming more apparent aromas are complemented chocolate are finished with a hint of black currant is bitterness with rich coffee orange also support the as the vodka aerates. by a pure vanilla flavor caramel and coffee. We recognizable through the flavor that lingers, the intense pomegranate flavor, Chocolate notes and a dash that is decadent and long used the burned sugar to layers of fruit that linger. aftertaste also expresses rounding out the texture of vanilla give a soft finish. lasting. naturally color the vodka a smooth cocoa finish. and body. to a rich shade of caramel. GRAPE PINEAPPLE DUTCH CHOCOLATE ORANJE BLACK CHERRY MOJITO MINT Voted as one of Van Gogh Pineapple The flavor of Van Gogh Wine Enthusiast’s 2010 Our Mojito Mint uses fresh contains a beautiful and We used black cherries from Grape is light and a bit Spirits of the Year, Van spearmint and a hint of irresistible flavor of it’s Van Gogh Dutch Chocolate the United States because sweet, resulting from the Gogh Oranje is a smooth lime for a playful taste signature fruit, complement- Vodka has a brilliant aroma of their richness. concord grapes used, and inviting blend of sweet reminiscent of a traditional ed by a hint of orange in the and flavors from the finest with a hint of bitterness Florida oranges. mojito cocktail. background. cocoa. Subtle undertones of Highly aromatic, the black for balance. caramel and coffee create cherry also has some tannin Authentic flavor derived It is sensationally bright on The citrus taste is strong a sophisticated taste on the which adds a refined touch The grape flavor is notable from the pulp and skins the palate, with a flavor that and long lasting and the palate. of bitterness to the cherry’s but rounded out with other that is both rounded and lingers for a long delicious aromas are reminiscent of sweet and fresh flavor. soft fruits such as apricot. refreshing. A hit of apricot aftertaste. freshly cut pineapple. provides palate depth. AÇAI-BLUEBERRY MANGO WILD APPEL PB&J There is a reason The Spirit Journal The fragrance of Van Gogh A classic combination of Crafted from barely ripe PB&J is predominantly two distinct fruits, marrying Our mango flavor originates green apples grown in the calls Van Gogh Vodka, peanuts complimented by these two flavors takes a from Indonesia and imparts Netherlands, the flavor, the fresh fruit aroma of delicate hand. an exotic mango taste, with reminiscent of Granny Smith raspberry. “The best in the flavored vodka refined notes of orange, apples, is crisp and intense The taste maintains its cucumber, and herbs. with a refreshing sour In the mouth, the roles are business, period.” structure with the Açai backbone. reversed with raspberry tannin but is tempered by Smooth with a long finish taking over supported by the blueberry, raspberry, that lingers on the palate. A soft touch of vanilla the toasty flavor of peanut It’s taste, period… and a bit of almond. provides balance. butter and a hint of vanilla. BANANA CITROEN MELON HANDCRAFTED IN HOLLAND Our banana flavor comes Our melon flavor is a blend from Venezuela. The aroma WITH ONLY THE FINEST INGREDIENTS A zesty combination of of Spanish cantaloupe and is unmistakable, rich, and ripe lemons and limes that honeydew. The taste is VAN GOGH VODKA IS UNQUESTIONABLY THE LEADER IN concentrated. is fresh and playful on the genuine melon with a bit VIBRANTLY FLAVORED, AUTHENTIC VODKAS. palate. of honey and a touch of Like the nose, the taste cucumber for freshness. is pure banana - lush and It’s wonderfully versatile creamy with a hit of tart for mixing with a touch of This mélange of flavors acidity to temper the EACH SIP WILL TRANSPORT YOU TO AN ORCHARD, THE TROPICS, bitterness from the rinds melds beautifully in the sweetness, with a finish providing good balance. mouth; the finish is soft, A CHOCOLATE SHOP OR YOUR FAVORITE COFFEE HOUSE. that is long and lingers smooth, and long. in the mouth. IT IS A FEAST FOR THE SENSES. 2 1 FAVORITES Our best-loved cocktails from around the country. DOUBLE ESPRESSO VAN GOGH FUZZY MULE MOLI-AÇAÍ SANGUE Serve on the rocks or 1 1/2 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach Created by Jonathan Pogash, as a chilled shot. 4 oz. Ginger beer The Cocktail Guru 2 Lime wedges 1 oz. Molinari Sambuca AÇAÍ-BLUEBERRY LEMONADE Fill a copper mug with ice and pour 1 oz. Van Gogh Açaí-Blueberry 2 oz. Açaí-Blueberry the vodka over ice. Top with ginger 1/2 oz. Fresh lime juice 4 oz. Lemonade beer and squeezed limes. 1/4 oz. Honey syrup* Pour into a rocks glass with ice. Prosecco Shake ingredients (except for prosecco) VAN GOGH DIRTY MARTINI very well with ice and strain into a martini 2 oz. Van Gogh Blue Triple Wheat glass. Top with the Prosecco. 1 tbsp. Dry vermouth Garnish: orange peel 1 tbsp. Olive juice *Honey Syrup: Equal parts honey and warm Add all ingredients to a mixing glass water, stir until honey is completely dissolved. filled with ice, shake vigorously and strain into a chilled martini glass. FUZZY NAVEL CRUSH Garnish with olives. 2 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach 1 oz. Triple sec ORANJE CRUSH Splash of Orange juice 2 oz. Van Gogh Oranje Splash of club soda 1/2 oz. Triple sec Add all ingredients in a cocktail 1 Fresh squeezed orange shaker and shake. Pour drink in a pint Lemon-lime soda glass filled with crushed ice. Build in a pint glass over crushed ice and top with soda. SKINNY VODKA COLADA 2 1/2 oz. Van Gogh Pineapple VAN GOGH LEMON DROP MARTINI 1 oz. Van Gogh Coconut 1 1/2 oz. Van Gogh Citroen 1 oz. Pineapple juice 1/2 oz. Triple sec Pour vodkas and pineapple juice into a 1 tsp. Superfine sugar tall glass with ice and stir. Garnish with 3/4 oz. Freshly squeezed lemon juice a pineapple wedge. Mix the vodka, triple sec, sugar and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. BLUEBERRY MOJITO Shake well to make sure sugar is blended. 2 oz. Van Gogh Açaí-Blueberry Pour strained liquor into a sugar-rimmed 1/2 oz. Simple syrup martini glass and garnish with a twisted 1 oz. Fresh lime juice peel of lemon. 10 Mint leaves 10 Fresh blueberries Club soda Muddle mint leaves, blueberries, and simple syrup in cocktail shaker. Fill with ice, add vodka, lime juice and shake well.