Spirit Hound Distillers 'Café Colorado' Coffee Liqueur, Colorado, USA

Bold, smooth, and handcrafted with precision, Spirit Hound Distillers 'Café Colorado' Coffee Liqueur, Colorado, USA, captures the essence of fine coffee in a richly layered liqueur. Meticulously produced using both hot and cold brew methods, this coffee liqueur is a love letter to beans sourced from Colombia and Ethiopia—offering a flavor journey as adventurous as the Rockies themselves.

Product Details:

• Spirit Type: Coffee Liqueur
• Proof: 40 (20% ABV)
• Coffee Sources: Colombian mild beans (hot brew), Ethiopian Yirgacheffe beans (cold brew)
• Sweetener: Cane sugar
• Flavor Additions: Ugandan vanilla
• Tasting Notes: Bright coffee aroma, smooth vanilla, rich caramel finish
• Distiller: Craig Engelhorn
• Owner(s): Craig Engelhorn and Matt Rooney
• Gluten-Free Certification: Certified Gluten-Free

Sensory Description:

On the nose, 'Café Colorado' opens with inviting aromas of freshly brewed coffee layered with soft vanilla sweetness. The palate is bold and creamy, showcasing a deep roast character enhanced by mellow vanilla tones. The finish is silky and lingering, leaving behind a delicate trace of caramel that rounds out this comforting and invigorating pour.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold Medal – 2024 Denver International Spirits Competition
• Silver Medal – 2024 London Spirits Competition
• Gold Medal (95 pts) – 2023 New York International Spirits Competition
• Bronze Medal – 2024 American Craft Spirits Competition

Distiller's Background:

Founded in Lyons, Colorado, Spirit Hound Distillers was launched by Craig Engelhorn and Matt Rooney, whose mission was to bring small-batch, hands-on distilling to life. With a hand-built copper still and a fierce commitment to local sourcing, including Rocky Mountain snowmelt and wild botanicals, the distillery quickly garnered acclaim for its integrity and creativity. Every Spirit Hound product reflects their deep connection to Colorado’s land and people, and 'Café Colorado' is no exception.

Serving Suggestions:

• Neat or over ice for a smooth after-dinner digestif
• In a cocktail such as the Beauregarde:
  • 1 ½ oz Barrel-Finished Gin
  • ¾ oz Café Colorado
  • ½ oz lemon juice
  • ¾ oz blueberry syrup
  • 1 oz oat milk
  • Shake with ice, double strain into a coupe, garnish with a single floating blueberry
• With oat milk or cream for a creamy dessert drink
• Poured over vanilla ice cream for an indulgent affogato-style treat

Why Spirit Hound Distillers 'Café Colorado's Coffee Liqueur, Colorado, USA?

From its dual-brew process to its award-winning complexity, Spirit Hound Distillers 'Café Colorado's Coffee Liqueur, Colorado, USA, is a celebration of craft and character. Whether sipped alone or crafted into a unique cocktail, it delivers a truly elevated coffee liqueur experience rooted in passion and precision.