It’s the first interview of the Tales of the Cocktail mini series! If you are unfamiliar with Tales of the Cocktail, be sure to listen to Episode 066 where Chrissy explains the ins and outs of this booze lover’s paradise!
In this episode Chrissy sits down with the Mozart Chocolate Liqueur team at Tales of the Cocktail. Mozart Chocolate Liqueur is an Austrian brand combining the best of two worlds: chocolate & spirit. WARNING. This episode will absolutely make you want to run out and buy a bottle (or all expressions of the brand)! Try to not say “mmm” or “oh my God” out loud while you listen (Molly certainly did)!
Mozart Chocolate Liqueur was purchased by Marussia Beverages in 2016 and since that time has tripled its sales! If you are like the Boozy Blondes and completely “squirrel” when you see shiny, pretty things, you’ve definitely noticed these beautiful bottles before!
In this episode Chrissy introduces listeners to Carina Planeta (Senior Brand Manager), Jenny Manger (Portfolio Director Marussia Beverages USA), Brandi Toomer (South Central Regional Sales Manager at Marussia Beverages USA) and Ashely Ott (Savona Communications). Learn about Mozart Chocolate Liqueur, find out how they got into the industry, and get hear about their favorite drinks and bars!
The group samples some of Mozart’s expressions, starting with the Dark Chocolate and Coconut. I think it’s safe to say Molly wasn’t jealous at all missing this tasting! Since she’s writing this blog, she hopes the sarcasm translates here…Putting her FOMO feelings aside, she predicts a fun night with the Chocolate Coconut Cookie Monster cocktail in her future made with both!
Also, these are both lactose-free so Chrissy can indulge as well. The newest expression is the Coconut Chocolate, which is a balanced, refreshingly light taste and an exotic aroma of coconut combined with a Caribbean note. Coconut Chocolate is characterized by a creamy consistency and a nutty, mildly fresh taste. You know how much the girls love cruising in the Caribbean, so this was 100% made for them! Follow this link and scroll down to see mouth-watering suggested cocktail recipes with the Coconut Chocolate. The girls recommend adding it to a pina colada or even a latte!
One of the questions Chrissy asks the team is recommendations for places to drink in their hometowns and in NOLA. If you’re visiting any of these places, be sure to check them out!
Carina | Vienna, Austria
The Restaurant in the Bank – Instagram
Josef Cocktail Bar – Instagram
Her NOLA rec is Five’s Bar. You can also follow them on Instagram!
Jenny | Lake Ariel, PA
Nurnberger Bier Haus (be sure to order Bob’s Chocolate Martini) – Instagram
Her NOLA rec is Fritzel’s. You can follow them on Instagram too!
Brandi | Houston
Anvil – check them out on Instagram!
Ashley recommends the NOLA Carousel Bar at Hotel Monteleone – one of the Boozy Blondes’ faves! She says to order a Ramos Gin Fizz here! Follow them on Instagram!
Chrissy recommends Lafitte’s! If you’ve listened to Episode 061, you heard all about this gem!
The Boozy Blondes are so thankful the girls took time to sit down and chat with Chrissy and share their amazing brand with you, our listeners! If you’re interested in purchasing any of these indulgent expressions (and how can you not be after listening to this episode?!), you can buy them here! Chances are you can find different expressions at your local liquor store too! Fun fact, Cream Chocolate, aka “liquid chocolate,” is the top seller.
Share your recipes and reactions to these decadent liquors with the Boozy Blondes by sending them an email or a DM on Instagram!
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