Veganism and Friendsgiving: two things that are taking America by storm — the desire to celebrate friends and family along with a more animal welfare-conscious diet.
So, why not ignite the spirit of a modern take on a classic tradition with an ethical and organic spirit?
The ultimate base for any cocktail, Truman Vodka is a 100% organic true artisan spirit made using organic Austrian wheat and ethically sourced alpine spring water. Distilled with zero carbon emissions and using no added sugar or additives, you can rest assured your Friendsgiving will be a pure-hearted celebration of life!
Truman Vodka, as brilliantly versatile as it is, offers endless cocktail options available to you and your guests. Here at ReserveBar, we’ve compiled a list of cocktail vegan food pairings that, no doubt, we’ll be using at our own Friendsgivings this year.
The Truman Martini and Baked Sweet Potatoes with Lemon Tahini Dressing
Stuffed with lentils and topped with a luxurious lemon tahini dressing, these baked sweet potatoes could easily be the centerpiece of any vegan Thanksgiving.
Paired with our Truman Vodka Martini and garnished with a twist of lemon, you have the perfect dish for your appetizer or main course. You don't need anything other than the vodka to make a showstopping (and vegan friendly) pairing for your first course. We encourage you to remember to cook those lentils just right, and don’t forget the pomegranate molasses! Get the full recipe here.
Truman Martini
The incredibly soft texture of the Organic Wheat combined with the low calcium, low sodium Alpine spring water, contributes to the astounding mouthfeel of the Truman Martini.
3 oz Truman Vodka
Lemon Twist or Olives (Garnish)
Stir Truman Vodka over ice in mixing glass until chilled. Pour into cold martini glass and garnish.
Hearty Butternut Squash and Red Bean Stew with a Moscow Mule
For those cold and bitter winter evenings, turn up the heat with this spiced vegan stew. For this Friendsgiving, make it a more festive affair by adding diced bell peppers and a generous serving of vegan sour cream for a thicker, creamier texture.
Just like the Moscow Mule, this recipe also needs a spicy kick, so don’t be afraid to add plenty of both sweet and smoked paprika. If that’s still not enough, you can always toss in some diced chilies. Get the full recipe here.
This is the kind of recipe you can leave to simmer while you and your friends enjoy one, or maybe two, Moscow Mules to fight the winter chill.
Truman Vodka Moscow Mule
Using our tried and tested Moscow Mule recipe, we simply substitute in Truman Vodka as our spirit of choice.
1 ½ oz. Truman Vodka
½ oz. Fresh lime juice
1 bottle Ginger beer
1 Lime wedge
Ice
The Moscow Mule is a beautifully simple cocktail to nail. Start by filling a mule mug with ice cubes, then add the Truman Vodka and lime juice, top off with ginger beer, and garnish with a wedge of lime. This is a great drink for winter social events due to its warming spice and easy-to-scale recipe.
Homemade Vegan Tofu Turkey with a Vodka Cranberry Blush
Turkey and cranberry are a tale as old as time, and with this homemade vegan turkey roast, we’ve updated the pairing. Utilizing blended tofu and a healthy dose of seasoning, simply stuff your vegan turkey with your stuffing of choice (we recommend a delicious cashew nut stuffing) and baste with dijon mustard ready for baking.
Truman Vodka Cranberry Blush
To bring in the classic cranberry element, we recommend a Truman Vodka Cranberry Blush. This recipe serves 12, so there will be plenty to go ‘round the Friendsgiving table.
7 oz. Truman Vodka
7 oz. Triple sec liqueur
20 oz. Cranberry juice
14 oz. Orange juice
2-3 Limes (stripped)
Crushed ice
Using a mixture of the Truman Vodka and triple sec as the base, mix in the cranberry juice and orange juice into a large serving jug. Serve over crushed ice and garnish with a strip of lime to finish.
Pumpkin Pie and the Eternally Classic White Russian
Pumpkin pie is something no Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving should be without, so for our final pairing, we have an outrageously delicious vegan take on everyone’s favorite part of the festivities!
Substituting cow’s milk for coconut milk, simply dispense your mixture of baked pumpkin, coconut milk, maple syrup, and a myriad of other spices into your vegan pie crust you prepared earlier. Bake for 60 minutes and let cool. We recommend leaving your pumpkin pie to set in the fridge for at least 24 hours before the big day. Get the full recipe here.
Truman Vodka Vegan White Russian
Instead of serving up your pumpkin pie with whipped cream or ice cream, craft a vegan Truman Vodka White Russian for a more grown-up dessert.
2 oz. Truman Vodka
1 oz. Vegan coffee liqueur
Plant milk of choice (We recommend cashew or coconut milk.)
Ice cubes
Ground cinnamon
Simply begin the way any White Russian begins, with a glass filled with ice. Pour in a mix of Truman Vodka and vegan coffee liqueur. Then add your vegan milk of choice, and for extra flair, finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
In Closing
Are you feeling festive yet? This Friendsgiving, if you’re planning to celebrate the vegan way with your loved ones, we hope you do so with the dynamic and flavorful Truman Vodka. Visit ReserveBar to order your bottle today!
