KISS Finally Release an Official ‘Cold Gin’ Alcoholic Beverage

KISS‘ classic Ace Frehley-penned song “Cold Gin” finally lends itself to a band-licensed alcoholic beverage beginning this summer. The veteran rock band has partnered with the Swedish company Brand for Fans to launch the official KISS Cold Gin.

However, it appears that the drink will only be available to purchase in the European market — at least for now. The Swedish-based Brands for Fans, which previously partnered with metal acts such as Ghost and Motorhead on branded libations, currently only ships within the U.K. and a handful of other European areas.

The KISS beverage is a “New York-style,” 40 percent ABV, non-aged gin. “It is always gin and tonic time with KISS Cold Gin,” reads marketing material for the drink. “Let the bold and classic notes be the star of this G&T show — just add some black peppercorns, a light squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a lemon wedge.”

The product’s description says the drink takes its inspiration from the “vibrant streets of New York City and the 1974 rock hit.” It promises that “KISS Cold Gin is the ultimate tribute to the hometown of the hottest band in the world.”

The copy continues, “The creation is a classic premium gin which has been distilled five times for higher intensity of flavor. The grain-based distillate is heavy with juniper, lemon, and herbs for bold undertones.”

The beverage’s nose is said to be “spicy [with] clear tones of juniper, generous aromas [and a] classic gin character.” Its palate is well-balanced with a “clear character of juniper, citrus, and herbs, lemon peel [and] angelica root.” And its finish “intensifies [and] grows in the mouth [with a] full-bodied, clear and lasting character of juniper, dry finish, distinctively crisp, and astringent character.”

Pre-orders for KISS Cold Gin are available now at brandsforfans.com, 47 years after the original song emerged on KISS’ debut album. The product will be available to ship after July 25.

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