Empirical Cilantro
by Empirical
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.

Product Details
How to get this in NC
Special Order- Shoppers: This is a special-order product. Ask your local NC ABC store to special-order it using code 57209.
- Bars & restaurants: Submit an on-premise request. Our sales team responds within 24–48 hours and can help with special-order logistics.
- Timing: Special orders depend on ABC processing and producer availability; your store or our sales team can confirm lead times.
Dorado Rock is a licensed NC spirit broker. We represent brands statewide through the ABC system. We do not sell retail direct to consumers.
About 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.
Emerging from a vision of boundary-pushing distillation, Empirical Cilantro redefines what an unaged spirit can achieve. This exceptional expression is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship, where natural essences are coaxed into a harmonious symphony of flavors without the influence of wood. It represents a bold departure from convention, focusing instead on the purity and vibrancy of its botanical components. Every drop reflects a dedication to precision, delivering an intricate profile that is both refreshingly bright and remarkably complex. This is not merely a spirit; it is an exploration of flavor, crafted for those who appreciate innovation and unparalleled sensory clarity.
Product Details
- ABV: 37%
- Proof: 74
- Age: Not specified
- Size: .75L
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Bright honeysuckle, crisp pear, and subtle citrus zest.
- Palate: A velvety weight, ripe pear, and delicate floral notes.
- Finish: A bright burst of lemon verbena and lingering wet stone minerality.
Perfect For
Cocktails: Cilantro Gimlet (Empirical Cilantro, Fresh Lime Juice, Simple Syrup), Pear Blossom Martini (Empirical Cilantro, Elderflower Liqueur, Dry Vermouth), Honeysuckle Spritz (Empirical Cilantro, Prosecco, Soda Water, Lemon Twist)
Food Pairings: Fresh ceviche with mango and avocado, goat cheese and pear tartlets, pan-seared scallops with lemon-butter sauce.
Best Enjoyed
Serve chilled, either neat in a small coupe glass to appreciate its delicate aromatics, or as the bright foundation for innovative cocktails. Its refreshing character makes it ideal for aperitifs or sophisticated daytime gatherings.
Specs
- Production: Unaged spirit, innovative botanical distillation
- Aging: Not applicable, unaged
- Source: Not specified
Available throughout North Carolina through Dorado Rock LLC, your premium NC spirit broker.
About Empirical
Copenhagen experimental spirits lab producing culinary distillates such as cilantro, olive, stonefruit, and Ayuuk.
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