What did Robert j Cooper die of?

Robert J. Cooper, creator of elderflower liqueur brand St-Germain, died April 25 in Santa Barbara, California, the New York Times reports. He was 39. The cause was unknown at press time.

What did Robert Cooper do?

Robert J. Cooper, whose unusual elderflower liqueur, St-Germain, introduced in 2007, was so completely embraced by the cocktail community that it became known as “bartender’s ketchup,” died on Monday in Santa Barbara, Calif. He was 39.

Who owns St-Germain liqueur?

Bacardi Limited
Hamilton, Bermuda, January 8, 2013—Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, has acquired St-Germain, the super-premium elderflower liqueur. “St-Germain is one of the most exciting brands in the industry today.

Where is St-Germain from?

St-Germain is made from elderflowers grown in France. They only blossom for three weeks out of the year and they have to be picked immediately. A small number of farmers pick these flowers and then, according to the website, they are bicycled into town to be pressed.

Is St Germain an aperitif or digestif?

To begin, be sure to have a few select starting-point bottles on hand—classic aperitif liqueurs, like St-Germain, plus any other fruity, floral or fortified staples from Europe that you prefer.

How long has St Germain been around?

2007
St-Germain Elderflower liqueur was launched in 2007 by the New York based Cooper Spirits Company, which is led by 3rd-generation distiller Rob Cooper. Despite being acquired by The Barcardi Company in 2013, St-Germain has retained its artisanal roots.

Is St Germain expensive?

But alas, it is expensive. In New Jersey, it can range from $30 to $33 a bottle. Germain bottles.

What is Lillet drink?

For the uninitiated, Lillet (pronounced lee-LAY) is a French aromatized aperitif wine made with a blend of Bordeaux grapes and fortified with a blend of citrus liqueurs. Lillet’s 17\% alcohol by volume (abv) is higher than a typical glass of wine, but it’s easy to stretch out and use in cocktails.

What does St Germain taste like?

What does St~Germain taste like? Its captivating flavor is reminiscent of tropical fruits, peach, pear, citrus, and a hint of honeysuckle.

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