Lisa Rinna joined forces with Crown Royal, presiding over an intimate, star-studded Hollywood afternoon that celebrated the richly delicious launch of Crown Royal Chocolate Flavored Whisky, a new limited edition to the iconic brand’s portfolio.

Tastemakers, trendsetters, and Housewives stars gathered at Bar Lis this week to toast the moment, sipping on elevated cocktails that turned whisky drinking into chocolate-y bliss. Spotted among the crowd: Real Housewives Dorit Kemsley and Bronwyn Newport clinking glasses of Rinna’s signature concoction of the day — the Crown Chocolate Cherry Sour — a velvety, tart creation with a sweet and bold spirit.

Rinna led guests through a guided tasting that turned the afternoon into an exploration of flavor. The surprise twist? Pairings that challenged expectations — cola, lemonade, and even grapefruit juice — all revealed new dimensions of the whisky’s chocolate-infused richness and its ability to play well with unexpected flavors.

The event arrived on the heels of Crown Royal’s new campaign, “Don’t Knock It ’Till You Chocolate,” which featured Rinna herself. The video playfully invites fans to step outside their comfort zones and embrace the unexpected. Life (and whisky) is better when you dare to mix things up. If yesterday’s celebration was any indication, the message is clear: chocolate and whisky are the new power couple.

Lisa’s Signature Cocktail: the Crown Royal Chocolate Cherry Sour

Ingredients:

1.5 oz Crown Chocolate Flavored Whiskey

1.5 oz Tart Cherry Juice

0.5 oz Lemon Juice

0.25 oz Simple Syrup

Optional: 2 dashes cocktail foamer

Instructions:

Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously until well chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with shaved chocolate.