KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Wednesday, Kalamazoo-based Green Door Distilling Co. announced that their newly released Amaro, Botanical Gin, and Vodka all medaled at the American Distilling Institute’s Craft Spirits Competition.
Green Door Founder Josh Cook. (Photo courtesy Green Door Distilling Co.).
“We’re ecstatic. Between this and our success earlier in the year at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition all four of our 2021 released spirits have now earned awards,” Founder and CEO Josh Cook said in a statement. “Having been born and raised here, it’s very gratifying to see our brand bring more awareness to the incredible community that Kalamazoo is.”
Green Door’s Amaro won a gold medal, while their Botanical Gin and Vodka both received bronze.
All four of Green Door’s 2021 spirits have now won awards, with their Blueberry Liqueur earning a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition earlier this year.
Green Door officials provided WKZO with the following list of characteristics of their spirits –
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Green Door’s Amaro is an aromatic, 80 proof Italian digestif with a bold start that transitions to a soft finish.
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Green Door’s Botanical Gin is an adventurous 90 proof gin that balances juniper with citrus and exotic herbs.
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Green Door’s Vodka is a triple distilled, 80 proof vodka with a delicate hint of cream left in from the Michigan yellow dent corn.
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Green Door’s Blueberry Liqueur is an 80 proof liqueur, made with Michigan blueberries and lavender that boasts elegant, balanced flavors on the nose and finish.
Green Door’s 2021 spirits are available for sale throughout Michigan. To learn more, visit GreenDoorDistilling.com.
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