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Empirical

Copenhagen experimental spirits lab — culinary distillates such as cilantro, olive, stonefruit, and Ayuuk.

How to buy in North Carolina: ABC-listed spirits can be ordered through your local ABC store. Special-order products are marked on their detail pages. Restaurants and bars — use Request for my venue on any product. Distilleries seeking representation — contact us.

Empirical in North Carolina

7 products available through Dorado Rock

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Empirical Ayuuk

Distilled from Danish purple wheat and smoked Pasilla Mixe chiles, this profoundly complex spirit delivers earthy depth and vibrant spice. Expect a long, warming, savory finish.

43% ABVNC 57-210Special Order

$78.95View details →

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Empirical Cilantro

An unaged spirit revealing bright honeysuckle and crisp pear on the nose. The palate offers a velvety weight, culminating in a vibrant finish of lemon verbena and nuanced wet stone minerality.

37% ABVNC 57-209Special Order

$33.95View details →

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Empirical Olive

A vibrant spirit unveiling sun-ripened stone fruit and bright bergamot. Its dense, unaged palate culminates in viscous honeycomb and a lingering perfume of freshly pressed wildflowers, offering an unexpectedly rich experience despite its gentle proof.

18% ABVNC 57-213Special Order

$32.95View details →

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Empirical SOKA

A vibrant spirit distilled from fermented sorghum cane juice. It unveils fresh, grassy notes, balanced by crisp green apple and savory black olive, culminating in an exceptionally clean finish.

43% ABVNC 57-211Special Order

$47.95View details →

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Empirical Stonefruit

Aromatic rhubarb and pink peppercorn blossom on the nose. A silken texture unfolds with candied ginger and botanical notes, leading to a crisp, dry, and delicate conclusion.

16.5% ABVNC 57-214Special Order

$32.95View details →

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Empirical Symphony 6

Overripe melon and wild honeycomb create rich, dense layers in this exceptional spirit. Its substantial palate tapers to a focused finish of crushed almond, defying typical unaged distillates.

40% ABVNC 57-215Special Order

$47.95View details →

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Empirical The Plum, I Suppose

A unique kernel-based spirit, showcasing sweet, succulent plum and tart marigold kombucha. It unfolds with rich, almond-like depth, culminating in a bright, exceptionally refreshing finish. A truly distinctive sensory journey.

32% ABVNC 57-212Special Order

$78.95View details →

The Empirical portfolio in NC

Dorado Rock represents 7 Empirical products in North Carolina across liqueur (7). Of these, 7 are available by special order through any NC ABC store.

NC retail prices for the lineup range from $32.95 to $78.95 on the quarterly ABC price list.

Start with Empirical Ayuuk, Empirical Cilantro, Empirical Olive, Empirical SOKA, or Empirical Stonefruit — each detail page lists the NC code, current retail price, and how to order.

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