Save Catuma!
If you like to party at Bachstelzen, Kater Holzig or Sisyphos, you might already be familiar with Catuma: a Brazilian “Vine Cocktail” that contains Guarana and other herbs. Just a good alternative to beer and vodka long drinks…
Catuma is distributed by a Berlin company which is struggling with an absurd lawsuit since last year. The wine and champagne manufacturer Louis Roederer has pressed charges against Catuma because they used the word “cristal” in their communication; apparently, the rights to use this term are protected by Louis Roederer. An international luxury brand against a small Berlin company that distributes to small clubs – the whole thing is quite ridiculous, as both brands have almost nothing in common, they are not even competitors. The cristal that Louis Roederer sells costs about 170 Euros, which is not exactly the kind of drink you would order at the Fusion at 5am in the morning….
Now Catuma’s existence is threatened by the lawsuit. To help Catuma out, the Bachstelzen are hosting a support party at Wilde Renate in September. Get more information after the jump.
