In Celebration Of The New Watermelon Flavor, Absolut® Vodka Offers One Lucky Fan A Permanent "Fresh Escape" At Home This Summer

NEW YORK, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Absolut Vodka is getting a head start on summer with the launch of its all-new flavored vodka, Absolut Watermelon. The watermelon trend – which has grown 40% year over year among mainstream audiences¹ – shows no signs of slowing down. In celebration of Absolut Watermelon, a tasty and summery flavored vodka, with no added sugar*, Absolut is giving one lucky fan who feels stuck at home the chance to check out of their day-to-day routine and into an Absolut Watermelon Fresh Escape, a 24/7 watermelon-inspired oasis right in their backyard.

The past year has changed lives in a variety of different ways, but most have one thing in common: a lot of time at home. A recent survey found that at one point in the last year, almost half of the population spent more than 18 hours a day in their houses². In particular, young adults are feeling the effects, with 52% now living with one or both parents – the highest rate since the Great Depression, according to a recent survey by Pew Research³. The Absolut Watermelon Fresh Escape, a watermelon-themed escape on wheels, is offering a much needed break and a colorful change of scenery where one lucky winner can safely connect with friends in-person or virtually and disconnect from their standard day without leaving home.

"With so many of us spending more time than ever at home, we're excited to offer fans who feel stagnant in their day-to-day the opportunity to win the Absolut Watermelon Fresh Escape, a private space where they can mix up some cocktails, safely visit with friends – even if only virtually – and retreat to a new personal haven," said Regan Clarke, Vice President of Marketing, Absolut, Pernod Ricard USA. 

The watermelon-themed escape comes with everything anyone could need for a much-needed, easy getaway including a sleeping area, bathroom, outdoor seating, grill, cooler, corn hole game and lawn chairs perfect for relaxing and sipping on an Absolut Watermelon Vodka Soda. And just like there's no sugar added* to Absolut Watermelon, no familial interruptions are added to the Absolut Watermelon Fresh Escape.

From April 19, 2021 through May 14, 2021, Absolut will ask fans on Instagram to "tell us you're stuck at home without telling us you're stuck at home" for the chance to win their very own, permanent Absolut Watermelon Fresh Escape. One winner will be chosen after sponsor-selected judges have graded entries based on criteria noted in the contest rules agreement. The winner will receive the Absolut Watermelon Fresh Escape just in time for summer. While the Absolut Watermelon Fresh Escape was designed with the Boomerang generation in mind, it doesn't mean parents can't get in on the fun and enter for a chance to win for themselves. For more information about how to enter for a chance to win visit absolutfreshescape.dja.com.

Absolut Watermelon
The crystal-clear liquid has a pleasant, smooth taste and a distinct character of watermelon with no added sugar*.

Watermelon Vodka Soda
Ingredients:

• 1 Part Absolut Watermelon
• 2 Parts Soda Water
• Watermelon & Lime Wedges

How to Mix:

• Fill a highball glass with ice cubes. Add Absolut Watermelon. Top with soda water. Garnish with watermelon and lime wedges.

Watermelon Vodkarita
Ingredients:

• 2 Parts Absolut Watermelon
• 1 ½ Parts Fresh Watermelon Puree (optional)
• ¾ Parts Lime Juice
• ¾ Parts Simple Syrup
• ¼ Parts Orange Liqueur
• Watermelon Slice & Lime Wedge

How to Mix:

• Build in tin with ice. Shake and strain into rocks glass with a half salt rim. Garnish with watermelon slide and lime wedge.

Absolut Watermelon is available at retailers nationwide and ReserveBar for an MSRP of $19.99 (750ml) and $24.99 (1L). To learn more, visit us at Absolut.com/Watermelon – or follow Absolut on social via Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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ABSOLUT WATERMELON®. WATERMELON FLAVORED VODKA. PRODUCT OF SWEDEN. 38% ALC./VOL. 2021 IMPORTED BY ABSOLUT SPIRITS CO., NEW YORK, NY.

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SOURCE Absolut