DENVER — Take one sip of the Colorado-made spirit Tingala and you’ll understand why it’s unlike anything else currently available on the market.

The sensory experience starts with a bouquet of cinnamon and allspice in the aroma, and at first those are the dominant flavors on the palate, too. But soon, spicy notes give way to tingling sensations that build and build until the whole tongue feels numb, almost like it’s vibrating. Stick with it for just a couple of brave moments and the experience will peak before mellowing out and returning your mouth back to normalcy.

Phew, you made it through the rollercoaster of flavors. Ready for another ride?

That’s the appeal of Tingala, which has been tantalizing tastebuds since it debuted in 2016. Its secret ingredient is the buzz button, a Brazili

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