KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur - Award-Winning Spirit

KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur - Award-Winning Spirit
UPC: 850786006464
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KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur - Award-Winning Spirit

60 Proof

4.5/5

KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur

60 Proof | Small Batch | 13 Botanicals | Organic | Kosher | Woman-Owned

KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur offers an enticing blend of fruit-forward and bittersweet flavors, surrounded by the crisp, well-rounded notes of KOVAL Gin's signature 13 botanicals. An homage to aperitif culture, it is an excellent base for easy, enticing cocktails for all seasons -- simply mix with a splash of Prosecco or any sparkling water, and a signature spritz is born.

The Beverage Testing Institute awarded it 95 points and a Gold Medal ("Exceptional"). Wine Enthusiast gave it 89 points, calling it "tart and bracing, finishing with lemony brightness and a slight rosewater exhale."


Tasting Profile

Nose: Herbs, bright red fruits, slightly floral. Juniper and spruce with prominent cranberry.

Palate: Tart, bracing cranberry with red currants. Botanical notes from the 13-botanical gin base come through -- bittersweet and well-balanced. Not overly sweet.

Finish: Lemony brightness with a slight rosewater exhale. Clean botanical finish.


Production

KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur begins with the same Dry Gin -- an organic rye white whiskey base redistilled with 13 botanicals using only the heart cut (the best 60% of the distillate). Cranberry is then added to create a fruit-forward liqueur at 60 proof (30% ABV) that bridges the gap between spirit and aperitif.

Certified organic by MOSA, kosher by the Orthodox Union (OU), and produced at a woman-owned distillery in Chicago.

Awards

  • 2021 Bronze Medal (88 pts) - London Spirits Competition
  • 2020 Silver Medal - International Taste Awards
  • 2019 Best American Gin Liqueur - World Liqueur Awards
  • 2019 Gold Medal (Bottle Design) - SIP Awards
  • 2019 Silver Medal - SIP Awards
  • 2019 Silver Medal - Los Angeles International Spirits Competition
  • 2019 Silver Medal - American Craft Spirits Association
  • 2019 Bronze Medal - London Spirits Competition
  • 2019 Bronze Medal (Design) - World Liqueur Awards
  • 2018 Gold Medal (Exceptional) - Beverage Testing Institute
  • 2018 Gold Medal (Bottle Design) - BTI New & Innovative Spirit Awards

Reviews

Beverage Testing Institute 2018
95 / 100
"Gold Medal, Exceptional. A standout cranberry gin liqueur."
Wine Enthusiast
89 / 100
"Tart and bracing, finishing with lemony brightness and a slight rosewater exhale."
London Spirits Competition 2021
88 / 100
"Bursting with aromas of herbs and bright red fruits. Red currants on the palate with a botanical finish. A complex and unique aperitif."

How to Enjoy

Simply mix with a splash of Prosecco or sparkling water for a signature spritz. Also excellent in Gimlets, Hot Toddies, French 75 variations, and seasonal cocktails. Can be enjoyed neat over ice as an aperitif.

Serving Temperature Chilled
Glassware Wine glass (spritz), Coupe (cocktails), rocks glass (neat)

Food Pairings

  • Smoked salmon and seafood
  • Charcuterie boards with dried fruit
  • Dark chocolate
  • Soft cheeses (brie, camembert)
  • Fruit tarts and berry desserts
  • Holiday appetizers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur?

A fruit-forward, bittersweet gin liqueur made from KOVAL Dry Gin (94 proof, 13 botanicals) infused with cranberry. Bottled at 60 proof (30% ABV).

Is it a gin or a liqueur?

Gin liqueur. At 30% ABV / 60 proof, it has lower alcohol than standard gin due to the cranberry and sugar content. It bridges the gap between a spirit and a liqueur.

How should I drink it?

An homage to aperitif culture -- simply mix with a splash of Prosecco or sparkling water for a signature spritz. Also excellent in Gimlets, Hot Toddies, and seasonal cocktails. Can be enjoyed neat over ice.

What cocktails work best?

The Cranberry Gin Spritz is the signature serve. Also excellent in the Cran Gin Gimlet, Midwest Fizz, Autumn Orchard, and Cran Gin Hot Toddy.

Is KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur organic?

Yes. Made from KOVAL's organic Dry Gin base with cranberry.

How long does an opened bottle last?

Best consumed within a year of opening. At 30% ABV, it is lower proof than typical spirits and may lose vibrancy over time.

What is the UPC for KOVAL Cranberry Gin Liqueur?

The UPC is 850786006464 for the 750ml bottle.

KOVAL Distillery

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