The #1 Black Female Distiller In The US
Vanessa Braxton, owner, founder, Master Distiller and Master Blender of Black Momma Vodka is exactly what she sounds like- a Black Momma who makes vodka! Braxton is the first female African American US distiller, a title she more than earned with her Black Momma products.
Who is Vanessa Braxton?
Vanessa Braxton was born in Brooklyn New York and went to the Pratt Institute for Construction Management and Engineering. After graduating in 1992, she worked as a structural engineer; in 1996 she joined a Harvard Law School program where she gained certification in Negotiation for Executives. In addition to her education and career, Braxton is a married mom of three.
Vanessa Braxton has a corporate background in construction and engineering, working for New York State managing high level contracts. True to form, Braxton retired and then started her own business, Black Momma Vodka, and some of her clients included the Marine Corps MWR, US Embassy in Moscow, US Embassy of Columbia, US Embassy of Libya & the American Embassy of Lome.
All About Black Momma Vodka
Black Momma Vodka is a multi-award winning company, boasting multiple flavored vodkas that are made from whey and 5x filtered, 5x distilled, and have no chemicals or artificial flavors. Black Momma was made from corn once upon a time, but switched to whey about 10 years back to reduce the carbon footprint and create a more sustainable product. Braxton owns the distillery as well as manufacturing plant and a 15 acre farm grow house for the Black Momma products.
Black Momma Bottles You Can Buy Online
Black Momma Vodka
Chai Tea Vodka
Green Tea Vodka
Peach Tea Vodka
Sour Sop Tea Vodka
Pomegranate Tea Vodka
Black N Well Vodka
Black N Well Gin
Pomegranate Petal Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz Black Momma Pomegranate Tea Vodka
- 1 oz hibiscus-infused simple syrup
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- Splash of club soda
- Pomegranate arils (for garnish)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a shaker, combine Black Momma Pomegranate Tea Vodka, hibiscus-infused simple syrup, and fresh lime juice.
- Shake the mixture well for about 15 seconds. Strain the cocktail into a rock glass filled with ice.
- Top up the glass with a splash of club soda for effervescence, and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh pomegranate arils for a burst of flavor and visual appeal. Stir gently and enjoy!
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