Introducing Oro y Fierro

Bright, citrus-forward, and built for cocktails—Oro y Fierro is almost here. We’re opening our doors to celebrate the launch and invite you to raise a glass with us and try both both expressions (spicy and original).

Join Us For the Launch Party on June 28

To celebrate this release, Brucato invites the community to join us at our distillery for a special launch event. Alongside complementary tastings of Oro y Fierro and our other spirits, guests can purchase specialty cocktails and delicious food in an afternoon that honors bold flavors and shared creativity.

When: 12pm-4pm, June 28th

Where: The Brucato Distillery, 275 South Van Ness Ave

A Bold New Kumquat Liqueur in Two Distinct Expressions

Brucato is proud to unveil its newest creation: Oro y Fierro, an amber-hued kumquat liqueur crafted to elevate both classic cocktails and inventive new creations. Named after San Francisco’s city motto, Oro en Paz, Fierro en Guerra ("Gold in Peace, Iron in War"), Oro y Fierro reflects the essence of contrast—bright and bold, smooth yet fiery, refined and daring. Oro y Fierro is available in two distinctive expressions:

Oro y Fierro - Kumquat Liqueur – A smooth, vibrant kumquat liqueur highlighting the natural brightness of California-grown Nagami kumquats and dried local orange peel.

Oro y Fierro - Kumquat Chili Liqueur – All the depth and citrus-forward flavor of the original, infused with aromatic Calabrian chili and the heat of roasted chile de árbol for a spirited kick.

Spicy, Or Not

Both versions are designed to reimagine the role of orange liqueurs in cocktails. Use Oro y Fierro wherever triple sec or Cointreau are called for—in margaritas, sidecars, cosmopolitans—or mix with sparkling wine and seasonal fruit for a decadent spritz. The spicy version offers an unexpected yet harmonious twist in both classic and contemporary recipes. There’s no better choice for a spicy margarita—simply mix with lime juice and tequila or mezcal, then serve over ice in a glass rimmed with a sweet, salty, or spicy blend.

Peak-Season Kumquats, Bottled Bright

To create Oro y Fierro, Brucato sourced peak-season Nagami kumquats from California farms, sliced and dried them in-house, and macerated them alongside dried orange peel in unaged grape brandy. The result is a deep orange-hued liqueur with the bright aroma of fresh kumquats and the layered flavor of citrus marmalade. The spicy variant adds complexity through the subtle smokiness and robust heat of chile de árbol and the earthy notes of Calabrian chili.