🍏 Sippin' Savage Apple Inside The Sailor Jerry Van!
How do you like them apples?
“Sailor Jerry is a rum brand, but we preserve the legacy of Norman Sailor Jerry Collins.” says Anthony Bohlinger, East Coast Brand Ambassador for Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum. This rum company is soft launching their new Savage Apple bottle in Florida and New York for the summer; their first fruit-flavored rum. A shot of this apple rum tastes like a green apple Jolly Rancher.
Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins is the godfather of the traditional American tattoo style. He grew up in Nevada and learned how to tattoo from artists he’d meet on train rides. When WWII occurred, he joined the navy, got stationed in Japan, and learned about the Japanese tattoo style. Finishing his tour, he went back to Oahu and settled in China Town to open his own tattoo shop.
“In the navy, tattoos were badges of honor and showed what you’ve been through in life.” mentions Anthony, "His story is amazing, which is why we want to preserve it.”
Pain Killer
Try their newest rum splashed in a PainKiller cocktail at Aku Aku Tiki Bar. The green apple flavor adds a fun twist to the coconut notes of this classic Island cocktail. It’s the perfect drink for unwinding after a long day to kill all the pain!
Sailor Jerry Van
Anthony is touring the country with this tricked-out mobile. The exterior design features tattoo artwork, while the interior nurses a mini lounge; complete with a mini fridge, chandelier, and aesthetic knick-knacks.
Aku Aku Tiki Bar is a chill vibe hole-in-the-wall beside Lake Eola. It’s a festive, tropical joint that serves libations in bowls and kitschy glasses; a relaxing place to try out Sailor Jerry’s Savage Apple.
“We’re a brand that’s bottled and blended in America,” continues Anthony, “and we’re always trying to give back to the troops.” During a certain time of the year, this rum company offers a dollar revenue per bottle to the United Service Organizations. With a love for legacy, Sailor Jerry’ s Savage Apple is a fun choice for any summer festivity.
