Industrious Spirit Co Ostreida Oyster Providence Vodka

Overview
Ostreida Oyster Vodka from Industrious Spirit Company introduces a novel infusion of fresh Rhode Island oysters into a 100% corn base, creating a maritime twist on traditional vodka designed to highlight sustainable ocean farming. This expression aims to blend subtle shellfish notes with vodka's neutrality, supporting environmental causes through sales donations.

Specs at a glance

Good to know
Produced in Rhode Island by Industrious Spirit Company, Ostreida sources fresh local oysters directly into the distillation for a subtle infusion, emphasizing sustainability. Each bottle features a neck tag detailing the specific oyster farm and harvest date, underscoring traceability and commitment to coastal agriculture.

Tasting notes

• Nose: Sweet cotton candy opens into seaweed and maritime sea spray, with a lightly fishy undertone.
• Palate: Generalized sweetness leads with coastal brine, almond pastry, and sugar cookie dough notes.
• Finish: Lemon peel spritz reprises with lingering salt.

Notable details

• Production: Infused with fresh Rhode Island oysters during distillation; non-chill filtered not specified.
• Lineage: Crafted by Industrious Spirit Company in Providence, Rhode Island.
• Availability: Sold directly from the distillery; MSRP around $35.

"Ostreida delivers a novel oyster-influenced vodka with a compelling, evolving nose that evokes the sea, though the palate leans sweeter." – Drinkhacker

Closing
A distinctive, brinier vodka for those seeking sustainable innovation with subtle oceanic depth.

Sources

[1] Drinkhacker – "Review: Industrious Spirit Company Ostreida Oyster Vodka"

[2] Foodandwine – "The Country's First Oyster Vodka Tastes Like the Ocean and Makes a Mean Martini"