We’ve covered a lot of unique, unconventional and some might say crazy spirits over the years, but never anything like the vodka that Air Co. is currently producing in Brooklyn. Air Co. is using a multi-ton conversion reactor and some futuristic technology to capture excess carbon from the air and turn it into vodka. Yes, you read that correctly. They’re pulling carbon out of the air–each bottle made has the same daily carbon intake of eight trees–and transforming it into a 40% ABV spirit that’s ultra-purified to be free from impurities, carbohydrates, sugar and gluten. The brand is also so committed to changing the world for the better that their product is only available around Brooklyn because “We wanted to lower emissions, and if you’re putting these on a plane, what’s the point?” They do have plans to expand into other spirits and high-purity ethanol-based products, but for right now, it’s all about the vodka.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
