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Rich Loria and the Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini

Customs & Cocktails··2 August 2026·32 min

About this episode

Andrew and Shawn are joined by Rich Loria to talk all things CTPAT, the future of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs, and the realities – both rewarding and challenging – of a career in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Rich recently joined CT Strategies after a 33-year career with CBP. He is a seasoned supply chain security and customs operations expert with more than 20 years of experience in the CTPAT Program.---Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini 1/4 cup vodka1/8 cup Kahlua1/8 cup espresso/coffee 1/8 cup Pumkin Spice RumChata 3 teaspoons brown sugar simple syrup Ice Chocolate covered espresso/coffee beans 1. Place a martini glass with 3 chocolate covered espresso/coffee beans in the freezer to chill.2. Fill a cocktail shaker with 6-8 ice cubes. Combine all liquid ingredients in the shaker and shake for 20-30 seconds.3. Strain contents into the chilled glass. Garnish with a little cocoa powder (optional)