KOVAL Rose Hip Liqueur
Small Batch | Organic | Kosher | BTI 88 pts Silver | SIP Platinum
Rose hips, the fruits of the rose flower, are commonly used around the world in herbal teas, jams, syrups and medicinal practices. Unlike the blossoms or petals, rose hips express more intense citrus notes, giving KOVAL Rose Hip Liqueur a brilliant tart-sweetness. Makes for a welcome yet unexpected sweet vermouth swap.
SMALL BATCH | USDA ORGANIC | OU KOSHER | SIP PLATINUM | BTI SILVER
Tasting Profile
Nose: Baked apple, raisin, gingerbread crust, rose petal, orange marmalade, and a delicate white nut note.
Palate: Soft and silky. Dry-yet-fruity medium body with vibrant mincemeat flavors, quince jam, and dilute honey. Off-dry sweetness with a slight white whiskey bite and cherry character.
Finish: Tangy rosehip and eucalyptus honey accented fade. Moderate length.
What Makes It Unique
KOVAL Rose Hip Liqueur uses a white whiskey base instead of neutral grain spirit, adding depth and complexity that reviewers consistently praise. The rose hips deliver citrus notes rather than the purely floral character of rose petals, creating an off-dry liqueur with "none of the overt sweetness of liqueurs like St. Germain." BTI calls it "an intriguing pie-like confectionary treat for artisan cocktails." A SIP Awards Platinum Medal winner.
Production
Organic rose hips steeped in KOVAL's own white whiskey base for added depth and flavor. Small batch crafted at KOVAL's Chicago distillery. Bottled at 40 proof (20% ABV). USDA Organic certified by MOSA, OU Kosher certified. Grain-to-bottle production.
