British Summer in a sip, Edwards 1902 launch Rhubarb flavoured vodka

With warmer days on the horizon and drinkers thirsty for new flavours to enjoy, Edwards 1902, the award-winning, premium English potato vodka –have just launch their latest product, just in time for the summer months: Rhubarb Vodka.

Edwards 1902 English Rhubarb Vodka is the epitome of summer in a sip.  The fresh, zingy rhubarb is balanced with the smoothness of Edwards 1902, and each bottle is naturally flavoured with locally sourced, pure pressed rhubarb juice from the famous Yorkshire Rhubarb Triangle, guaranteeing the perfect summer tipple. From making the most of the longer evenings to celebrations with friends, this new premium vodka is set to be the ultimate choice for those looking to broaden their taste buds and embrace a truly British summer.

Edwards 1902 Rhubarb Vodka is 100% British from Soil to Spirit, distilled from King Edwards potatoes, lovingly grown across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The English Potato Vodka works in perfect harmony with vibrant pressed rhubarb juice, resulting in a smooth, fruity vodka for use neat, over ice or in cocktails.  Furthermore, each bottle of Edwards 1902 English Rhubarb Vodka contains approximately  30% pressed rhubarb juice.

For a selection of summer certified serves, Edwards 1902 has collaborated with Andy Clarke, ITV This Morning's renowned drinks expert. Inspired by the natural flavours, this collection of cocktails showcases the versatility of this uniquely British spirit.

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Rhubarb & Raspberry Rush

(Serves two)

Ingredients

2 Parts (100ml) Edwards 1902 Rhubarb Vodka

1 Part (50ml) Raspberry Liqueur

6 Parts (300ml) Classic Tonic

1 Part (50ml) Lemon Juice

10 x Fresh Raspberries

A Handful of Ice

Method

Put the ice in the glasses then divide and evenly distribute the raspberries between the glasses.

Pour the Rhubarb vodka, raspberry liqueur and lemon juice into the jug and stir gently.

Gently add the tonic and stir again

Divide the contents of the jug between the two glasses

Add a paper straw and serve

In the Pink Rhubarb Fizz

(Serves two)

Ingredients

1 Part (50ml) Edwards 1902 Rhubarb Vodka

4 Parts (200ml) Dry Sparkling Rose

4 Sprigs of Thyme

1 Strawberry

Method

Chill all the liquid ingredients

Slice the strawberry from top to bottom to create two slices

Lay a slice in each glass

Pour the Edwards Rhubarb Vodka into the glasses then top up with the sparkling rose

Add the sprigs of thyme to the drink and serve.

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Provenance and sustainability go hand in hand. The vodka is distilled at the Elsham Wold Distillery, a stone's throw away from where the first King Edwards potato was cultivated in 1902. Committed to supporting local, Edwards grow their potatoes and source their Rhubarb within the county, as well as working with a Yorkshire glass supplier for their bespoke bottle; controlling the production process of their spirits 'from soil to spirit'.

Edwards 1902 Rhubarb is available to buy at Edwards 1902, £40

Edwards 1902 is available to buy at Master of Malt, £34.95

Full list of stockists - https://www.edwards1902.co.uk/stockists/

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About Edwards 1902:

Edwards 1902, the single-variety premium English potato vodka, has secured five internationally recognised awards since its launch in 2020. Scoring 92 points at the 2020 IWSC Awards, awarded a Masters and a Gold medal at The Spirits Business' Global Spirits Awards, awarded with two stars at the Great Taste 2020 Awards and winning a Best in Class for its Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur. Recently, also awarded 91 points at the 2022 IWSC Awards for its Rhubarb Vodka.

About Elsham Wold Distillery:

The Elsham Wold Distillery, which opened in December 2019, is located just a few miles from where the spirit's main ingredient was first cultivated. Growing the King Edward potato in nearby fields across the Yorkshire & Lincolnshire Wolds, the distillery gives them the ability and artistic license to create a base spirit that is completely their own.