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Sip and Celebrate: Unveiling Our Favorite Valentine’s Day Cocktails, Celebrating BHM with Fior Scotch and More!
Josh Cellars Wines’
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with flair by indulging in Josh Cellars Wines’ vibrant pink cocktails, tailor-made for a cozy date night at home. Elevate your evening with their specially crafted recipes like the Berry Romantic Spritz and Mi Amor 24, adding a touch of romance and simplicity to your festivities. Cheers to love and unforgettable moments shared over these delightful libations!
Berry Romantic Spritz
Ingredients:
- Josh Cellars Pinot Grigio – 1 part
- Lemon Juice – .5 part
- Cranberry Spiced Simple Syrup – .75 part (Make by combining simple syrup with cranberries and cinnamon)
- Top with Ginger Beer
- Sugar Covered Cranberries – For garnish
- Ice
Directions:
Combine all ingredients, except the ginger beer in a shaker. Shake and strain into a rocks glass or tall glass and top with ginger beer. Garnish with the sugar-covered cranberries.
Mi Amor 24
Ingredients:
- Tequila – 1 oz.
- Pomegranate Juice – ¾
- Grapefruit Soda – 2 oz.
- Josh Cellars Rose Prosecco – To top
Directions:
Combine tequila, pomegranate juice, and grapefruit soda in a glass. Top off with Josh Cellars Rose Prosecco.
Fior Scotch
Miami-based Retired Marine Major Eric Dominijanni helps us celebrate Black History Month with Fior Scotch, the only U.S. veteran-owned and Black-owned Scotch on the market. Born from Dominijanni’s military career and passion for Scotch, Fior stands out for its exceptional quality and unique creation process. Garnering acclaim since its inception in 2023, Fior has won double gold medals and high ratings in prestigious competitions. Proud of his Miami roots, Dominijanni sees Fior as a reflection of the city’s vibrancy. With each bottle purchased, a donation is given to veterans causes.
Peterson
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Fior Scotch
- 4.5 oz Cold Brew Coffee
To make, add the Fior to the coffee and pour over crushed ice in a mason jar. No muddling. No garnish. No straw. Marines don’t have time for that.
Rishtedar
Get ready for Valentine’s Day with Rishtedar’s tantalizing dining adventure! Prepare to be swept off your feet with our two exclusive Valentine’s Day pre-fixe menus: the Kamasutra and the Tantric. Available only on Wednesday, February 14th, these menus are crafted to ignite passion and delight your taste buds.
Kamasutra Menu – $150:
- Two cocktails – Shanti
- Jheenga Koliwada (Breaded Ecuadorian shrimp marinated in masala with a
- spicy and acidic touch)
- Lobster Masala (Southern Indian flavors with coconut, spices, acidic to
- palate)
- Mathan Rogan Josh (Famous Indian lamb dish marinated in onion sauce with
- spices and plenty of masala)
- Lasun Naan (Indian garlic bread made in the tandoor)
- Basmati (Rice)
- Aphrodisiac Dessert
- Small Gift
Tantric Menu – $130:
- A bottle of Sparkling Wine
- Goa Chilly Bengan (Eggplant in fresh onion, pepper and tomato sauce with
- spices)
- Bhindi Masala (Crunchy okras, stir-fried with onions and tomatoes,
- all with fragrant spices)
- Paneer Tikka Masala (House cheese marinated in exotic tikka sauce made with
- Indian spices)
- Lasun Naan (Indian garlic bread made in the tandoor)
- Basmati (Rice)
- Aphrodisiac Dessert
- Small Gift
The carefully crafted menus promise an unforgettable experience for food enthusiasts and those seeking a bit of spice in their intimate moments. The dishes feature ingredients and spices commonly used in Indian cuisine, believed to have beneficial effects on sexual health.
Coppercraft
Step into the world of Coppercraft Distillery, where craftsmanship meets innovation in every drop. Born in 2012 in Holland, Michigan, Coppercraft is a testament to the dedication of passionate artisans. From carefully selected ingredients to expert blending techniques, their spirits redefine the art of whiskey-making. Join the journey and discover the next wave of American small-batch spirits with Coppercraft.
THE ARTISAN’S OLD FASHIONED
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 oz Coppercraft Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- 1 tsp simple syrup
- 2 dashes of aromatic bitters
- 1 orange peel
- 1 Luxardo cherry, garnish
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Muddle the orange peel, cherry, and simple syrup in a rocks glass.
- Add the Coppercraft Straight Bourbon Whiskey and bitters.
- Fill the glass with ice and stir well.
- Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.
Golden Hour Glow Up Set By Chivas Regal
Chivas Regal unveils its latest luxury offering, the “Golden Hour Glow Up” Set, a limited-edition collaboration with fashion brand Falguni Shane Peacock. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, the set includes matching tailored tracksuits designed for couples, inspired by Chivas’ “United is the New Gold” campaign. Drawing on elegant craftsmanship and glam design, the tracksuits blend black and gold hues reminiscent of Chivas’ brand world. Completing the ensemble is the Chivas Gold Rush cocktail ingredients, offering an ideal at-home Golden Hour experience.
SKYY Vodka
Celebrate National Margarita Day on February 22nd with a twist – SKYY Vodka’s Agave Lime Margarita, featuring their newest expression, SKYY® Infusions Agave Lime. This innovative blend perfectly captures the classic margarita with a contemporary flair, blending vibrant lime flavor with the natural sweetness of real agave nectar. Elevate your margarita game this holiday with SKYY® Infusions Agave Lime!
SKYY Agave Lime Margarita
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 oz. SKYY Infusions Agave lime
- .25 lime
- .25 agave syrup
- Garnish: Lime Wheel
- Glass: Coupe
METHOD:
Build in a shaking tin. Shake with plenty of ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Salted rim optional.
Lost Irish
As National Irish Coffee Day (January 25) approached, we were thrilled to introduce Lost Irish, a modern whiskey brand shaking up the scene. Priced at just $39.99, Lost Irish embodied the adventurous spirit of the wandering Irish, sourcing casks from six continents to create a truly unique blend. With over 70 million Irish scattered across the globe, this whiskey captured the essence of their global influence. It’s not too late to celebrate!
The Dead Rabbit x Lost Irish Coffee Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Lost Irish
- .625 oz (2:1) Rich Demerara Sugar Syrup
- 3 ½ oz Dark Roast Coffee
- Thumb of Prepared Heavy Cream
Method:
- Pre-heat a 6-ounce Georgian-style coffee glass by filling with hot water. Once warm, empty the glass.
- Add whiskey, sugar syrup and coffee to glass, and stir to combine the ingredients.
- Float a thumb layer of freshly whipped cream over the top.
- Dust with freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
LALO Tequila
Get ready to celebrate National Margarita Day on February 22nd with LALO Tequila’s Spicy Cucumber Margarita! Crafted with only three ingredients – water, yeast, and agave – LALO offers a smooth and sophisticated tequila perfect for upgrading any cocktail. This twist on the classic margarita combines cool cucumber, zesty pineapple juice, and a hint of spice from fresh jalapenos, transporting you to a summertime state of mind with every sip.
Spicy Cucumber Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 oz LALO Tequila
- 2 oz Lime Juice
- 1.5 oz Pineapple Juice
- .5 Small Cucumber
- 2-4 Slices of Jalapeño
- 1-2 TBSPS of Agave Syrup
Directions:
Rim edge of glass with lime wedge and dip in Tajín or salt. Add ingredients to blender and strain when smooth. In a cocktail shaker, muddle slices of jalapeño, ice, cocktail mix, and shake until chilled. Strain into glass. Serve with extra lime wedges and garnish with jalapeño slices.
As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome the much-anticipated 123-123 (12/31/23) New Year’s Eve, why not celebrate the occasion with a touch of sophistication and a splash of Tequila Avión? With a century marking this unique alignment of dates, make it a memorable transition into 2024 by elevating your festivities with three delightful Tequila Avión cocktails.
New Year, New Yuzu Margarita
Embark on your New Year’s resolution to try new things a little early with the refreshing New Yuzu Margarita. Tequila Avión’s Cristalino (SRP: $142.99), double-charcoal filtered for unparalleled smoothness, forms the perfect partnership with Yuzu—a unique blend of tangy lemon, bitter grapefruit, and sweet orange. This zesty twist on the classic margarita promises to awaken your taste buds and set the tone for a year of adventurous flavors.
New Year, New Yuzu
Ingredients
- 2 parts Avion Cristalino
- ¾ parts yuzu juice
- ½ parts ginger syrup
Preparation
Fill your shaker with Avión Cristalino, Shake with ice and strain the cocktail over fresh ice in a salt-rimmed rocks glass. Add your grated Yuzu zest as a garnish and enjoy!
Blood Orange Paloma: A Seasonal Twist
The Blood Orange Paloma adds a seasonal twist to the traditional Paloma cocktail, featuring the vibrant flavors of blood oranges. Paired with Tequila Avión Silver (SRP: $59.99), crafted from 100% blue weber agave hand-selected and hand-harvested after maturing for at least 5 years, this silver tequila brings crisp hints of grapefruit, pineapple, and black pepper. Let this cocktail be a burst of sunshine in your glass, symbolizing the brightness that the new year brings.
Blood Orange Paloma
Ingredients
- 1 part Avión Silver
- ½ part Fresh Blood Orange Juice
- ¼ parts Lime Juice
- 1 part Grapefruit Juice
- Blood orange slices and sea salt for garnish
- Citrus wheel for garnish
- Sea salt for garnish
Preparation
Fill your glass with ice and add Avión Silver tequila. Add fresh lime juice along with fresh blood orange juice and grapefruit juice. Stir everything together and then garnish, as desired. If you like it sweet, feel free to add agave nectar or simple syrup!
Classic Bloody Mary Board: Elevate Tradition
While the Classic Bloody Mary is a timeless favorite, why not infuse some excitement into this traditional drink? Enter the Bloody Mary Board—a creative upgrade that invites your guests to personalize their libations. Tequila Avión’s rich and robust flavors complement the classic Bloody Mary mix, and a garnish board adds a touch of flair. Elevate the experience by offering choices like Oysters or Stone Crab Claws as garnishes, letting your guests embark on a flavor adventure.
Bloody Mary Board
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Avión Silver Tequila
- 4 oz. Tomato juice
- ½ oz. Fresh lemon juice
- Dash each of Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco.
- 1 tsp Horseradish (optional)
- Lemon edge
- Celery stalk for garnish
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Preparation
Rim your glass with salt or chili powder for added flavor. Add ice cubes to the glass as per preference. In a shaker, mix 2 oz. of silver tequila, 4 oz of tomato juice, ½ oz. of lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce each. Add some hot sauce (Tabasco or Sriracha) according to taste. Shake well until everything is mixed properly and strain into your prepared glass filled with ice cubes. Garnish with a celery stick or lime wedge as per choice and enjoy!
Tequila Avión’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship ensures that each sip is an experience worth savoring. So, as the clock strikes midnight on 123-123, raise your glass filled with Tequila Avión, and let the festivities begin. Cheers to a flavorful and spirited entrance into 2024!
Tequila Avión is available for purchase through ReserveBar or same-day delivery via Drizly.
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