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Rancho La Gloria is tapping into two of the season’s biggest drinks trends with the launch of a limited-edition Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini.
The 14.9% ABV ready-to-drink cocktail combines espresso and coffee flavours with pumpkin spice in an agave wine-based format, bringing together the familiar autumnal flavour profile with the growing popularity of the espresso martini.
Available in Rancho La Gloria’s signature 1.5-litre party-size bottle, the seasonal product is designed for occasions including holiday entertaining.
The brand says the ready-to-pour format is intended to simplify serving espresso martinis for groups.
Ashley Akolade, brand director at Rancho La Gloria, said: “Every fall, America loses its mind over pumpkin spice. We figured it deserved a martini. Our Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini is essentially the Pumpkin Spice Latte’s fun older sister – rich, indulgent, 14.9% ABV and ready for a party.”
The launch brings together the pumpkin spice flavour trend and espresso martini occasion in a single RTD product. Its flavour profile is built around bold coffee and espresso notes alongside warming pumpkin spice, with the brand positioning the drink as a decadent option for autumn and post-dinner occasions.
The 1.5-litre format also differentiates the product from single-serve RTD cocktails, with Rancho La Gloria targeting consumers looking for a convenient option when entertaining a group.
The Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini joins the brand’s wider portfolio of ready-to-drink cocktails in bottled and canned formats. Rancho La Gloria describes itself as the original creator of an agave wine-based margarita and has subsequently expanded into premium RTD cocktails.
The seasonal product is available for a limited time at select retailers nationwide in the US, while supplies last, with an MSRP of $15.99.
