Organic Nation Spirits

O-N at the Ashland Food and Wine Classic

2011-11-09T15:21:00.001-08:00

ORGANIC NATION spent the weekend celebrating with the City of Ashland at the Fifth Annual Ashland Food and Wine Classic. A great big thank you goes out to Suzanne Kurth, Steve Spelman, Eileen Dunn and Marilyn Borkin for being at the O-N booth and educating visitors on the superb quality of the ORGANIC NATION product line. Also, ORGANIC NATION would like to congratulate David Georgeson of Lark's for winning Top Chef honors for 2011.

ORGANIC NATION gin in CA

2011-11-09T14:02:00.000-08:00

Once again, our lovely, savory, tasty, and wonderfully unique ORGANIC NATION gin inspired a FAN! Patrick from Pacific Catch Fresh Fish Grill contacted us about carrying our gin. He came to us in a fun round about route. Diane Paulson, one of the Co-Founders and CEO of Cascade Peak Spirits Distillery in Ashland, home of ORGANIC NATION Spirits, grew up in So. Ca. A couple of good friends from high school came to Ashland in May and tasted and toured at the distillery. Diana Lobosky (formerly Diana Merryfield) bought a bottle of our spectacular gin and took it home to her Bartending son, Grayson, in San Francisco, who is Patrick's housemate! So, Patrick tasted ORGANIC NATION gin and decided he had to order it for Pacific Catch! Stop in when you are in San Francisco and say "Thanks for supporting a handcrafted organic spirit from a micro-distillery."

Iron Bartender Seeks Greatness with ORGANIC NATION Spirits

2011-10-22T17:37:00.000-07:00

On October 13, bartenders from around the Portland area came together to compete for the title of "Iron Bartender" and to raise money for the Children's Relief Nursery. At their disposal was some of Oregon's finest distilled spirits, including ORGANIC NATION's Vodka. The event raised over $40,000 for the Children's Relief Nursery. Cascade Peak Spirits Distillery is delighted that one of their products can help an organization which provides counseling and support for children who have been the victims of abuse and neglect. Next time you are sipping on an ORGANIC NATION martini you can feel like you, too, are doing your part by choosing to support an organic distillery that has heart!

ORGANIC NATION Spirits Abroad

2011-10-22T17:34:00.000-07:00

ORGANIC NATION is now distributed in Japan! This is all possible to the efforts of From Oregon With Love. Tei Gordan, Owner of From Oregon With Love, is dedicated to bringing the best spirits distilled in Oregon to the people of Japan. Next time you are in Japan you can order your cocktails with ORGANIC NATION spirits!

Dave Clark, Mixologist, Thai Pepper

2011-10-04T13:51:00.000-07:00

Dave Clark, of Thai Pepper fame, recently added a tasty concoction entitled "Gatsby". Remember to Sip Locally, try a Gatsby out at Thai Pepper in their lovely bar and newly added Restaurant space and while you are there check out KOBE restaurant, their sister restaurant behind Liquid Assets Wine Bar. All these top notch restaurants feature ORGANIC NATION!
Gatsby
2 oz ORGANIC NATION gin
1/2 oz dry vermouth (try Vya out of Quady Winery in Napa)
2 dashes of organic Bitters
Stir with ice and strain into a chilled Martini glass
ENJOY!

Gigi, Concierge` Extraordinaire @ Ashland Spring Hotel

2011-07-21T13:28:00.000-07:00

Gigi La Rossa, is a great fan and supporter of ORGANIC NATION! She has even been known to make her own Bourbon Balls using some of our Bourbon that David created in 2008 with the helpful hands of Thomas McKenzie of Finger Lakes Distillery in NY.

She is tireless and always ready with a helpful hint about where to go, what to do and even sometimes what to Imbibe! (that would be local certified organic spirits~ORGANIC NATION vodka and gin!) Thanks Gigi, it is friends like you who help a small little business make a go of it!

Check out LARKS, restaurant & bar in the Ashland Springs Hotel for great food, atmosphere and Salisha, their bartender, who is continually crafting delicious ORGANIC NATION cocktails.

Ann Curry, NBC Today Show News Anchor

2011-06-30T14:14:00.000-07:00

Cascade Peek Spirits and its Shareholders and Board Members sent Ann Curry, NBC's newest Today Show Anchor, a bottle of each ORGANIC NATION gin and vodka. Ann grew up in Ashland, so we know and love her! To congratulate her on her promotion to the Today Show, we sent her some of Ashland's own organic spirits. She graciously sent a Thank you note and therein noted that "ASHLAND ROCKS!" Ashland is such a special place, we are grateful to have so many wonderful friends around the US that understand the value of a product that supports Sustainability such as our certified organic spirits!

American Craft Vodkas

2011-04-05T16:28:00.000-07:00

SAVEUR Magazine recently did a tasting of American Craft Distilled Spirits. They were joined by Alexis Kahn, Director of Beverage Services at The French Culinary Institute in NYC and Ethan Kelley, founder of Drink Straight, to sample "...an impressive lineup of American Craft Vodkas..."
Organic Nation vodka was one of their favorites: "With a silky mouthfeel, a slight sweetness, and a smooth kick on the finish, Cascade Peak Spirit's Organic Nation Vodka goes nicely with herbaceous and citrus flavors."
They developed a crafty cocktail: Celery Cider with O-N. Check out issues #136 & 137 of SAVEUR for more information.

Second from left in rear, Organic Nation is standing tall with its beautiful colors.

Celery Cider Cocktail

2011-04-05T16:10:00.000-07:00

Celery Cider

1.5 oz. Organic Nation Vodka
2 oz. apple cider
Dash simple syrup
Pinch of celery salt
3 dashes celery bitters
Juice of one lime

Combine all ingredients over ice, shake and strain into a rocks glass over ice. Garnish with a celery salt rim.

Delicious Organic Nation vodka cocktail developed by those talented people at Saveur Magazine.

Saveur Magazine supports Craft Cocktails

Organic Nation Chocolate Martini

2011-03-22T17:02:00.000-07:00

Salisha Early, renowned Mixologist mixes up a Chocolate Martini using her favorite local vodka, Organic Nation. LARKS has been a very, very supportive bar/restaurant using Organic Nation on their Speciality Drink menu and even cooking with our vodka and gin. They make a tasty Gin Vinergatte Dressing and much more. Ashland Springs Hotel has set the standard for supporting local artisan beverage and food crafters!

Limited Release Jan. 2011~"OLDFIELD" certified Organic Rye Whiskey

2010-12-16T16:27:00.000-08:00

Here it is! our newest certified organic spirit~OLDFIELD Rye Whiskey~ David & Casey took it out of the barrels, tasted, tested, tasted, tested, proofed, tasted, proofed, (It's Not Drinking on the Job, It's Research!) Will be ready for LIMITED RELEASE in January 2011. Send us an email if you are interested in 'gettin' on the list'!

This organic rye is delicate, flavorful and will excite your palate!

Support for Small Biz Development Center

2010-11-30T14:06:00.000-08:00

The Oregon Small Business Development Center in Medford was instrumental in helping us get organized in the very beginning. This types of non-profit programs are very important the Oregon Entrepreneurs. Thanks, Gary, Ruthie and Jack!

Chocolate Martini and a Facial

2010-11-01T14:20:00.000-07:00

Chocolate Martini and Facial Party~YUMMY!

Saturday, November 6th, 5pm-7pm

Waterstone Spa is partnering with Organic Nation to create this deliciously healthful event.

Join us in the Crystal Room of the Ashland Springs Hotel for an evening of a Chocolate Martini and pampering. Come and learn about Oregon’s first and finest certified Organic Spirits, savor a scrumptious Chocolate Martini and learn from The Waterstone Spa Estheticians about giving yourself a facial with the wonderful, healthful and nature inspired Jurlique products. This will include cleansing, exfoliating, treating with a mask and ending with moisturizing.

Ticket price includes facial and one Organic Nation Chocolate Martini.

$20/person. Space is limited so call spa today! 541-488-0325

Sip, Sample and Savor

2010-10-31T22:22:00.001-07:00

Organic Nation will have a booth at The 4th Annual Ashland Food & Wine Classic held Saturday through Sunday, November 6th & 7th at the Ashland Armory. We invite you to sip, sample and
celebrate Southern Oregon’s bounty in Ashland.
Sample tastes will be $1.00/two tastes.

Spirits Night at Liquid Assets

2010-10-31T22:03:00.001-07:00

We will be kicking November off with a bang this week in Ashland and beyond. Here's one of the many happenings going on...

Organic Nation & Vya Spirits Event at Liquid Assets

Thursday, Nov. 4th 7-9 pm. Come and enjoy some of the NW’s finest certified organic gin and vodka paired with one of the only premium vermouths currently available produced by Quady Winery. For $20 each person will receive samplings of four signature cocktails featuring Organic Nation gin and vodka and VYA vermouth as well as interesting presentations and discussion about the fashioning of Organic gin, a premium vermouth and more by Diane Paulson, Organic Nation CEO/Founder and Emily Benz of Quady North Winery. Call Liquid Assets for reservations, 541-482-9463, and pre-payment. L.A. will hold a credit card number for a reservation.

To whet your appetite, here is an example of one of the four signature cocktails:

Barbed Wire

2½ oz Organic Nation Vodka

½ oz Brandy Peak Blackberry Brandy

¼ oz Vya Sweet Vermouth

Dash of Absinthe (no more than 1/4oz)

Squeeze of Lime

Sponsored by Liquid Assets, Organic Nation, and Quady North Winery: www.liquidassetswinebar.com, www.quadynorth.com, www.organicnationspirits.com

Martini Madness w/ WhiteWater Warehouse

2010-10-11T16:51:00.000-07:00

A fabulous time was had by all the wet and chilly rafters in spite of the weather shift on Aug. 29th-31st! Diane & David, owners of Organic Nation, served up cocktails each night helping to take the chill off! The White Water Warehouse folks, Joy and Bob Meisner were absolutely amazing with their water crafting expertise, gourmet lunches and dinners each night! Look for us next year!

Organic Nation: The Definition of Organic

2010-08-24T14:59:00.000-07:00

2010-07-29T18:19:00.000-07:00

CHECK IT OUT! Melodie, our Marketing & Sales Director is hangin' in Squaw Valley at the premier Yoga and Music Festival!!

Wanderlust is a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together the world's best Yoga teachers and favorite musicians, all in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty. Wanderlust 2010, takes place July 29 – August 1 in Lake Tahoe, CA, will offer yoga classes taught by world-renowned teachers like Shiva Rea, Baron Baptiste, Seane Corn and others. The amazing music lineup will feature performances from Moby, Bassnectar, Brazilian Girls, Pretty Lights and more. Daily yoga classes, nightly dance parties, and awesome extracurricular activities will keep you busy for one incredible weekend in the mountains!

Organic Nation will be the featured Spirit at the event! Melodie will be there, offering Organic Nation t-shirts for raffle, doing quality control for the Signature Organic Nation Cocktail and much more! Keep an eye out for her, she is the beautiful, strong, engaging blonde with the most amazing smile! Say hi to her and enjoy an certified Organic Nation cocktail!!

For information and details go here.

Weekend Cocktail: Blame the Bastard

2010-07-21T10:03:00.000-07:00

Blame the Bastard

2 oz Organic Nation Gin

½ oz Simple Syrup

1 egg white

2 oz Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice

½ oz of Lemon Juice

Shake with ice for 1 full minute till milky and stiff foam develops

Serve over ice in a bucket glass

Finish with one shake of Angostura bitters

Garnish with one mint leaf

Enjoy the 'Bastard' at your next cocktail party or evening on the patio and do your part, select sustainable and local ingredients!

Cheers!

Melodie

Mixologist Spotlight: Brandon Wise

2010-07-16T12:50:00.000-07:00

Recently transplanted from Chicago, mixologist Brandon Wise focuses on seasonality with his craft cocktails at Irving Street Kitchen. Wise’s cocktail program is rooted in the classics with a focus on artisan spirits, a core value fostered while managing Chicago cocktail destination In Fine Spirits. Before relocating to Portland, Brandon fused the beverage program of Perennial with the contemporary cuisine of Chef Ryan Poli with technique driven libations and market fresh ingredients. Brandon can be found behind the bar at Irving Street Kitchen in the Pearl District’s newest cocktail hot spot.

Doctor’s Orders

1 1/2 oz Organic Nation Gin

1/2 oz Aperol

1/4 oz Rothman & Winter Apricot liqueur

3/4 oz lemon juice

2 Teaspoons 1:1 simple syrup

Dash peychaud’s bitters

Egg white

Build ingredients dry in shaker tin starting with egg, dry shake with whisk from hawthorne strainer. Add ice, shake and double strain into bucket glass over large hand carved ice cube. Garnish with smacked mint leaf and 3 drops of peychaud’s bitters

Mixologist Spotlight: Ryan Mortimore

2010-06-29T11:13:00.000-07:00

Basilico Fresco

3 oz Organic Nation Vodka infused with Basil and Strawberries

1/2 oz Fresh Lime

1/2 oz Fresh Lemon

1/2 oz Ginger Simple Syrup

Shaken with ice

Served over ice in a collins glass

Topped with Sparkling Wine

Garnish with a Basil leaf and lime wedge

Ryan got his start at Cucina Biazzi in Ashland where he learned his tricks of the trade, lending to a talent that quickly emerged to an inevitable love for mixology.

While studying in Florence during the Fall season of 08, Ryan's passion for cocktails merged with his love for Italy and its culinary delights. His dedication to the european influence infuses immaculately with Joolz Mediterrainean fare and his attention to detail. Ryan has been an instrumental part of Joolz and its extensive cocktail offerings since's its opening May 2009.

Ryan is a Bend native and continues to contribute to its unique culture.

Cheers!

Visit Ryan at Joolz in Downtown Bend, Oregon and enjoy this delectibly refreshing cocktail.

Melodie

Mixologist Spotlight: Kenneth Bryant

2010-06-23T17:17:00.000-07:00

Organic Bitter Past

Organic Nation Gin

Fresh Muddled Grapefruit

Campari

Dolin Sweet Vermouth

Fresh Lemon Juice

Muddled, Shaken and Served up.

Born and raised in San Francisco, Ken brings his passion for classic cocktails and interest in fresh new flavors to the bar top at Bend's Astro Lounge. Cultivating years of experience from the likes of Loft 11 in San Francisco, Velvet Jones in Santa Barbara and The Other Room in Venice Beach, yeilding some of the best cocktails and pushing the bleeding edge in the industry.

Astro Lounge is one of Bends top and original cocktail bars leading its competitors with more 'Best Bar' awards in Bend Oregon in the last 10 years.

Cheers!

Visit Ken at the Astro and make sure you you treat your self to one of these tasty summer cocktails.

Melodie

Taking Green to new Heights

2010-06-18T18:15:00.000-07:00

Power Up The Green Economy... By bringing together stakeholders who are passionate about green industries and jobs and form long-term partnerships to develop green business and green social networking in southern Oregon.

To collaborate and empower southern Oregon businesses, organizations and individuals to create new businesses, new jobs, become sustainably independent and promote then region’s products and services locally and globally.

Join these business's and consumer to celebrate and learn.

June 18th, 19th & 20th, 2010 at the Medford Armory.

For details and times visit the site.

Get your wonder fulfilled at Wanderlust

2010-06-18T11:47:00.000-07:00

Wanderlust is a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together the world's best yoga teachers and favorite musicians, all in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty. Wanderlust 2010, which will take place July 29 – August 1 in Lake Tahoe, CA, will offer yoga classes taught by world-renowned teachers like Shiva Rea, Baron Baptiste, Seane Corn and others. The amazing music lineup will feature performances from Moby, Bassnectar, Brazilian Girls, Pretty Lights and more. Daily yoga classes, nightly dance parties, and awesome extracurricular activities will keep you busy for one incredible weekend in the mountains.

Organic Nation will be the featured spirit at the event! Enjoy Organic cocktails the whole weekend!

For information and details go here.

See you there!

Melodie

Weekend Cocktail: Pink Gin

2010-06-17T12:50:00.000-07:00

A long time classic, Pink Gin has also been known as a Gin & Bitters. For lack of a more complicated cocktail, thats just what it is, Gin and Bitters. Originally created by the Royal Navy to make Angostura bitters, which they used for medicinal purposes for the sailors, more palatable.

After searching I found the cocktail also referred to as "Gin Pahit" in many 19th century sailing stories.

This is the virtually the same drink, only the name has been lost in time. According to stories 'pahit'is Malay for "bitters." No matter the name, the cocktail has more or less remained the same.

Enjoyed best with a botanical rich Gin, hence my selection of this cocktail for our Organic Gin, shaken well with ice.

Cheers!

Melodie

Pink Gin

2 oz Organic Nation Gin

3-4 Dashes of Angostura Bitters

Shake hard with ice.

Serve in a cocktail glass.

Garnish with a Lemon Twist if you like.