However, as Iain explains, Glen Moray’s sense of innovation has long been at the core of its identity. It’s just that the label is now more free to let it show.

Cask & Kettle, a Battle Creek-based company known for its pod-style booze varieties for use with single-cup coffee makers, has introduced a pumpkin spice pod with a kick of booze.

1 Cask & Kettle Spiked Cider K-Pod; 1 cup of hot water; 1 tablespoon caramel ; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/4 cup sweetened whipped cream for garnish; 1 pinch ground cinnamon for garnish; ...

Cask & Kettle pods are filled with liquids that contain alcohol and concentrated flavors, unlike coffee pods, which contain roasted coffee beans. The drinks can be made without a Keurig as well.