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Sip and Celebrate: Unveiling Our Favorite Valentine’s Day Cocktails, Celebrating BHM with Fior Scotch and More!

by Avyana Chapman February 13, 2024
written by Avyana Chapman

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: 

  1. Pre-heat a 6-ounce Georgian-style coffee glass by filling with hot water. Once warm, empty the glass. 
  2. Add whiskey, sugar syrup and coffee to glass, and stir to combine the ingredients. 
  3. Float a thumb layer of freshly whipped cream over the top. 
  4. 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.

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