Kim Cheers

Unveiling the Lighthearted Side of the Spirits Industry

Kim Laderer is the president of Felene Inc.

The Kim Factor is your ultimate guide to uncovering the delightful and whimsical side of the spirits industry. Join me as I explore the fascinating world of distilleries, mixology, and spirited events, delving into captivating stories, hidden gems, and the playful personalities behind your favorite libations. Raise a glass to good times and toast to the lighter side of life with Spirited Adventures!

Recent Blog Posts From The Kim Factor

vodka vs. tequila
Vodka vs. Tequila: The Pros and Cons of the Two Iconic Spirits
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Vodka vs. tequila, two spirits that hail from entirely different parts of the world, each represent unique cultural identities, tradition, and taste profiles.
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10 Interesting facts about vodka
10 Interesting Facts About Vodka
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Vodka is the world’s top-selling spirit and has been so for centuries.
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Vodka Recipes
Felene Vodka Recipes: Top 3 Cooking Recipes that Highlight Our Unique Spirit
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Cooking with Vodka can be a fabulous diversion from the ordinary routine. Vodka recipes vary from pasta to savory meats through the dessert course.
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sugarcane vodka
Why Sugarcane Vodka is Smoother than Potato, Corn and Grain Vodka?
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Sugarcane ("cane") vodka is smoother than vodka made from potato, corn, or grains because cane juice has a simpler molecular structure than the starches found in these other crops. This...
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ginger beer
The Fizzy History of Ginger Beer and Ginger Ale: From Origins to Cocktail Mixers
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Ginger beer and ginger ale, two popular soft drinks with a shared ancestry, have played a significant role in the world of cocktails and beverages over the years.
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Carbonated Water
Carbonated Water: Sparkling Water, Club Soda, Seltzer, and Tonic: Which One Is Right For You?
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Comparing Sparkling Water, Club Soda, Seltzer, and Tonic
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maraschino cherries
Choosing the Right Cocktail Cherry, What’s the Difference?
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Choosing the Right Cocktail Cherry, What's the Difference
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cocktail and food pairing
Courting Versatility: Vodka Cocktail Food Pairing Guide
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Wondering about Vodka Cocktail Food Pairing at your next diner party? If so, you're in for a treat! The clean and neutral flavor profile of vodka makes it an incredibly...
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cocktail glassware
Top Vodka Cocktail Glassware
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Selecting the appropriate cocktail glassware for a vodka cocktail is not only a matter of aesthetics but also affects the overall drinking experience.
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Discover New Flavors and Broaden Your Palate at Spirits Tasting Events
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Spirits Tasting Events Are an Exciting and Fun Way to Find Your Favorite Libation Attending spirits tasting events can be a fantastic way to explore and appreciate a diverse range...
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Cocktail Bitters
Cocktail Bitters: A Starter’s Guide
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Bitters are a concentrated flavoring made from a blend of herbs, fruits, spices, and botanicals steeped in alcohol (usually neutral spirits). They are used as a flavoring agent in cocktails...
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Liquor industry co-packing
Liquor Industry Co-packing and Private Label Services
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Liquor Industry Co-packing, also known as contract packing or contract manufacturing, is a business practice in the distillery and beverage industries where one company (the co-packer) produces and packages alcoholic...
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bar tools
Top Home Bar Tools for Your Home Bar
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Home bars have come a long way. Not only are we building exciting entertainment spaces in our homes, we are stocking our home bars with bigger assortments of spirits, mixers...
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muddling
The Art of Muddling: Muddling Fruit, Sugars and Herbs for Cocktails
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Muddling is a technique used to extract the juices and flavor from fruits, herbs, and other ingredients, typically using a muddler, a long tool with a flat end.
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spring cocktail recipes
Top 10 Vodka Cocktails for Spring 2023
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Vodka Cocktail Recipes for Spring that Will Surely Please There is one thing about vodka, and that is its versatility season after season. That is why vodka is far and...
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