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Effortlessly extraordinary, naturally flavoured spirits that will delight the senses 

Elevate your cocktail this summer with Grey Goose Essences, the brands latest range. Made with  all-natural ingredients and carefully crafted Grey Goose Vodka, these botanically-infused spirits  are available to enjoy in three unique and vibrant flavours: Strawberry and Lemongrass,  Watermelon and Basil, as well as White Peach and Rosemary. Why not tantalise your tastebuds  this season with a delicious Grey Goose Essences Spritz. 

An exciting innovation for the brand, Grey Goose Essences is one of the first super-premium flavoured spirits to land in the Australian market. Each Essences variation is subtle yet bold,  offering a perfect representation of the hero flavours. Made with the essence of real fruit picked  at the peak of freshness, including the tantalising taste of newly picked strawberries mixed with  aromatic notes of lemongrass, ripe watermelon combined with a touch of basil and delicate  peach blended with rosemary – the range offers a cocktail experience like no other.  

"The recent introduction of Essences is an exciting chapter for Grey Goose, with this latest  innovation giving our consumers more choice when it comes to their summer serves,” said  Sander Janmaat, Marketing Manager for GREY GOOSE® at Bacardi-Martini Australia. 

Lower in calories than your standard vodka and gluten-free, Grey Goose Essences is easily mixed  with your favourite premium tonic or soda water, for the ultimate effervescent beverage this  summer. From picnics and backyard barbecues to rooftop drinks, while basking in the sun or  cooling in the shade, summer is the best time for a Spritz. The approachable ABV of 30% also  makes it the perfect choice for any occasion. 

This season, enjoy more of the moments that matter with the easy-to-make Grey Goose Essences Spritz, featuring a flavour profile and aroma that will delight your senses! Effortlessly  add fresh fruit and soda water for a naturally vibrant cocktail experience worthy of celebrating.

“The approachable flavour profile and mixability of the Essences range make it the perfect  choice when enjoying a Spritz this season. It's light, refreshing and cocktails can be made in  minutes, giving you more time to enjoy the summer sun,” said Kayla Grigoriou, Grey Goose  Brand Ambassador.  

Grey Goose’s signature Vodka is also the ideal accompaniment for your next summer soirée.  Grey Goose is distilled in the gastronomy capital of the world, France, using only two  ingredients: single-origin Picardie winter wheat and natural spring water for a premium and  taste, with the brand being the number one super-premium vodka in Australia. If you’re looking  for a cool and delicious cocktail on a warm day, Grey Goose Vodka has you covered with a  delicious Spritz for every occasion. Kayla recommends the Grey Goose Fresh Cut Spritz - a simple  and sophisticated take on the traditional vodka, lime, soda. Try a Grey Goose Spritz your way,  using one of the following simple, yet delicious recipes. 

GREY GOOSE® Fresh Cut Spritz  

Ingredients:  

  • 50ml of Grey Goose Vodka 
  • 150ml Soda Water 
  • A Squeeze of Fresh Grapefruit Juice 
  • Splash of Noilly Prat Vermouth 
  • Red Grapefruit Wedge 
  • A Sprig of Fresh Thyme 

Method: Combine all ingredients over cubed ice in a wine glass. Garnish with a red grapefruit wedge and  fresh sprig of thyme.  

GREY GOOSE® Strawberry Lemongrass Spritz 

Ingredients: 

  • 50ml GREY GOOSE® Essences Strawberry & Lemongrass
  • 150ml Soda Water
  • Fresh Strawberries
  • Lemongrass (optional)
  • Lemon Twist (optional)

Method: Fill a chilled glass with cubed ice and GREY GOOSE® Essences Strawberry & Lemongrass. Top with  soda water. Garnish with fresh strawberries, lemongrass and a lemon twist.  

GREY GOOSE® Watermelon Basil Spritz 

Ingredients: 

  • 50ml GREY GOOSE® Essences Watermelon & Basil
  • 150ml Soda Water
  • Fresh Watermelon
  • Fresh Basil
  • Lime Twist (optional)

Method: Fill a chilled glass with cubed ice and GREY GOOSE® Essences Watermelon & Basil. Top with soda  water. Garnish with fresh watermelon, basil and a lime twist. 

GREY GOOSE® White Peach Rosemary Spritz 

Ingredients: 

  • 50ml GREY GOOSE® Essences White Peach & Rosemary
  • 150ml Soda Water
  • Sliced Fresh Peaches
  • Rosemary Sprig (optional)
  • Orange Twist (optional)

Method: Fill a chilled glass with cubed ice and GREY GOOSE® Essences White Peach & Rosemary. Top with  soda water. Garnish with white peach, rosemary and an orange twist. 

GREY GOOSE® Essences is available at BWS, Dan Murphy’s and other major retailers  nationwide at RRP$73.99 

For more information visit: www.greygoose.com/essences

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