A Sweet Collaboration
By: Jessica Maurer
Photography by: Matt Ray Photography
What do you get when you combine handcrafted spirits with homemade baked goods?
“A perfect pairing for those who appreciate the finer things in life,” according to End of Days (EOD) Distillery cofounder, Shane Faulkner.
The distillery has teamed up with Apple Annie’s Bake Shop to bring new and enhanced flavor combinations in the form of mouthwatering baked goods.
“We are thrilled to join forces with Apple Annie’s Bake Shop, a staple in our community known for their quality and commitment to excellence,” said Faulkner. “This partnership allows us to push the boundaries of flavor and create something truly special for our customers.”
Spirit-infused baked goods take the art of dessert making to a whole new level, according to Faulkner and Apple Annie’s marketing manager Krissy Mingia.
“It’s important when incorporating spirits into baked goods that you use the best quality products because it really does make a difference in the flavor,” Mingia said.
Mingia explained that the bake shop originally reached out to EOD when they heard the distillery was producing small batches of Madagascar vanilla extract made with its Port of Entry Vodka, which they’ve been using for the past couple of years.
As Apple Annie’s began using more and more spirits in its recipes, it occurred to Mingia that this was an opportunity to expand upon the partnership with EOD.
“It just always makes sense to work with another local business whenever possible,” Mingia said. “Especially when they’re producing a premium product that they put their heart and soul into.”
If you were lucky enough to indulge in some of Apple Annie’s holiday treats, such as their rum balls, eggnog cream puffs or bourbon maple pecan cupcakes, you were among the first to enjoy the EOD-infused treats.
Mingia said while many fall and winter baked goods lend themselves to the flavors of bourbon and rum, she’s looking forward to incorporating other EOD spirits, such as their Luna Bloom Butterfly Pea Flower Gin, into the springtime creations.
For now, these treats will be available only at Apple Annie’s or by special order, and EOD plans to offer them at special events in the future.
