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lifestyle—they know and appreciate premium alcohol and 

that’s exactly the kind of clientele that will make Beveran 

become popular.”

Serving both as a direct distributor as well as the brain 

behind the brand, Ficklin wears many hats—a clear reflection 

of just how tireless and determined he is to succeed in 

this dream, despite the taxing nature of his work on the 

rig. “Ultimately, I want to build Beveran vodka to be an 

enthusiastically respected name, one that speaks to living a 

certain lifestyle,” he says. “To me, vodka has always been a 

way to celebrate the moments that matter in life and to enjoy 

time spent with friends—that’s really what I want the brand 

to embody. I want every bottle that bears the Beveran name 

to bring a quality of flavor and excellence that surpasses all 

others.”

That’s a goal and an aspiration worth drinking to, and 

Ficklin seems to have found the recipe to create a perfect pour. 

For more information on Beveran Vodka visit, 

beveranvodka.com or email info@beveranvodka.com. 

Available at Paramount Liquors, 2105 E Olive Road, 

Pensacola, Florida 32514.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. Beveran vodka
• 1 oz. simple syrup
• 1 oz. lemon juice
• 10 whole fresh blueberries
• 1 fresh mint leaf
• ice

Directions:

In a cocktail shaker, muddle together blueberries 
and simple syrup. Add vodka and lemon juice, then 
fill shaker with ice. Shake ingredients together and 
strain into a glass and garnish with mint leaf.

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“To me, vodka has always 

been a way to celebrate 

the moments that matter 

in life and to enjoy time 

spent with friends.”

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