Description

 STUMBRAS CRANBERRY | VODKA

If Lithuanian winters could be bottled, they would taste like Stumbras Cranberry Vodka, crisp, bright, and kissed with forest berries. Starting with the same pristine grain distillate that powers Centenary, Stumbras macerates sun-dried cranberries for 48 hours, delicately extracting ruby colour and tart-sweet flavour without artificial syrups. A slow charcoal polish then rounds any edges while locking in the fruit’s vibrant hue.

The nose bursts with fresh cranberry compote, red apple skin, and a hint of pine resin. First sip offers immediate berry tang that dances with mellow grain sweetness before tapering into a clean, dry finish reminiscent of lightly sweetened hibiscus tea. Despite its vivid profile, sugar levels stay modest (≈28 g/L), making the spirit mixable without cloying heaviness.

Quick-Serve Ideas

• Cranberry Mule: 50 ml Stumbras Cranberry, ginger beer, lime
  
• Berry Spritz: 40 ml vodka, 60 ml soda, orange wheel
  
• Dessert Pairing: Neat pour alongside dark-chocolate puff-puff
  

At 35 % ABV, the vodka delivers full flavour with lower burn, perfect for brunch cocktails or evening starters. The translucent bottle reveals suspended cranberry fibres that slowly settle, a visual cue of authenticity. Invert gently before pouring to re-awaken colour and aroma.

Health-conscious consumers appreciate that Stumbras sources berries from pesticide-free Baltic marshes and avoids synthetic dyes. The brand also funds wetland conservation, a commitment printed on the tamper band, complete with a QR link to annual sustainability reports.

Whether you’re spicing up a beachfront “owambe” in Port Harcourt or gifting something playful yet premium, Stumbras Cranberry Vodka combines Lithuanian craft with crowd-pleasing versatility.

FAQ

Does it contain artificial colouring?
No, colour comes solely from natural cranberry infusion.

Sugar content?
Approximately 28 g/L; semi-dry compared with liqueurs.

Should I chill before serving?
Yes, refrigerate and serve at 4–6 °C to highlight tartness.

Suitable for vegans?
Absolutely, no animal products or gelatin finings used.

Shelf life once opened?
Best within six months; colour may fade naturally over time.