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Patrón Tequila and Ultimat Vodka Cocktails Featured at the 2013 GRAMMY Celebration®

February 11, 2013/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

The Official After-Party of the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards^®

LOS ANGELES, CA – Patrón tequila and Ultimat vodka cocktails will again be featured at the 2013 GRAMMY Celebration^® – The Recording Academy’s^® official after-party celebration, immediately following the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards^® telecast on Sunday, February 10, 2013.

During the star-studded event, the featured Patrón drink will be the “Patrón Lyric,” a cocktail made with high-quality Patrón Silver tequila, Patrón Citrónge orange liqueur, fresh juices and lime. The Ultimat vodka cocktail to be introduced at the event will be the “Ultimat Spin,” created with ultra-premium Ultimat vodka, Patrón Citrónge orange liqueur, and cranberry and orange juices.

“A celebration like this definitely calls forhigh-quality, delicious cocktails! We’re tremendously honored that Patrón tequila and Ultimat vodka cocktails will be enjoyed by the many musicians, celebrities and other VIP guests that will attend the Annual GRAMMY Awards after-party,” says Patrón’s Ed Blinn.

Patrón is produced from the highest-quality 100 percent Weber Blue agave grown in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. At Patrón’s French Colonial-style Hacienda and distillery in Mexico, every step in producing Patrón tequila – from harvesting the agave, to the time-honored Tahona and roller mill distillation processes, to the individual labeling, signing and inspection of each bottle – is done with the careful precision and care that can only be accomplished by hand. For more information, please visitwww.patrontequila.com.

Ultimat Vodka is one of the world’s most distinctive vodkas. Created in the birthplace of vodka—Poland—it is the only vodka distilled from both grains (wheat and rye) and potato, a break from the traditional process of using just one or the other. The result is a subtle taste, smooth texture, and rich complexity uncommon in most vodkas. Ultimatvodka is bottled in a striking cobalt blue crystal decanter. For more information about Ultimat vodka, visit www.ultimatvodka.com.

The Patrón Spirits Company portfolio includes Gran Patrón Burdeos, Gran Patrón Platinum, Patrón Silver tequila, Patrón Reposado, Patrón Añejo, Patrón Citrónge (orange liqueur), Patrón XO Cafe and Patrón XO Cafe Dark Cocoa (coffee and tequila liqueurs), Pyrat XO Reserve, and Pyrat Cask 1623 (fine Caribbean rums), and Ultimat ultra-premium Polish vodka. For more information please visit www.patronspirits.com.

To prepare at home the cocktails that musicians, celebrities and VIPs will be enjoying at the official GRAMMY Awards after-party celebration:

The Patrón Lyric

1 1Ž2 oz. Patrón Silver Tequila

1 1Ž2 oz. Patrón Citrónge Orange Liqueur

2 oz. Fresh Mango Juice

1 oz. Fresh Orange Juice

Lime garnish

The Ultimat Spin

1 1Ž2 oz. Ultimat Vodka

1Ž4 oz. Patrón Citrónge Orange Liqueur

2 oz. Fresh Cranberry Juice

1 oz. Fresh Orange Juice

Orange Garnish

25 New Cocktails Sparkle for the Holidays at Bibiana along with House-Made Liqueurs And New Bar Snacks

December 17, 2012/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

Washington, D.C. (December 5, 2012)— Beverage Director Michael King of Ashok Bajaj’s Italian hot spot Bibiana has created 25 new seasonally inspired drinks; a countdown to December 25th and the merrymaking holidays. Cocktails like the Vin Brule served warm and made with mulled wine and spices are more tempting than a partridge in a pear tree! The Hazelnut Old Fashioned, made with Hazelnut infused Filibuster bourbon, orange and cherry is sure to make guests feel jolly while the bubbly Café Corrector with Prosecco Grappa, espresso and lemon air is perfect for toasting. These cocktails will start shaking on November 30^th so guests can experience a new libation every evening through December 24^th and each is priced at $12.

Additionally, Bibiana is serving house-made Rosolio, a traditional liqueur distilled from the peel of lemons, mandarin, fennel or other ingredients most commonly found throughout the Amalfi Coast. Beverage Director Michael King is making his own version of the natural liqueur and according to the Neapolitan tradition, Rosolio is must for savoring after coffee. It can be served at room temperature or cold, like a digestive or aperitif. Every Italian has an opinion on the best way to enjoy Rosolio as some like it plain, some enjoy adding tonic water, and some feel it is best to add in Champagne or Prosecco.

For the perfect pairing, Executive Chef Nicholas Stefanelli has debuted a selection of snacks for guests to enjoy for sipping holiday cocktails exclusively at the 12-seat bar. Standout items not to be missed include the Cotechie, black truffle pork skins; the Ceci, fried chick peas with chile, salt and vinegar; the Costa di Agnello, lamb ribs glazed with Sherry vinegar and soda, as well as the Chippollini Agro-dolce, sweet and sour cippolini onions. Prices range from $2 to $10 each.  The new holiday cocktails are as follows:

1.      Vin Brule: Mulled Wine, Spices Served Warm

2.      Hot Chocolate with Cognac and House-made Cardamom marshmallow

3.      Sbagliato: Campari, Cochi Vermouth, Prosecco

4.      Café Correcto: Espresso, Prosecco Grappa, Lemon Air

5.      Hazelnut Old Fashion: Hazelnut infused Filibuster Bourbon, Orange, Cherry

6.      Hot & Cold Gin Fizz

7.      Cranberry Bourbon Smash

8.      Carino: Grey Goose, Quince & Pear Jam, Lemon, Honey

9.      Affogato Martini: Grey Goose, Kahula, Espresso, Gelato

10.   Italian 75: Blood Orange, Prosecco, Gin

11.   Classic Eggnog with a Twist: Pedro Ximenez, Benedictine, Buffalo Trace

12.   Amari Cup: Cucumber, Averna, Fernet Branca, Lemon, Lime, Gassoza

13.   Sanguinella: Bourbon, Luxardo Maraschino, Campari, Blood Orange Juice

14.   Hot Buttered Rum: Rum, Butter, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon

15.   Speciale: Ginger Infused Vodka, Grapefruit, Cherry Bitter, Rosemary Tincture

16.   Fichi: Maker’s Mark, Pureed Figs, Maple Syrup, Vanilla Sugar

17.   Tropicale: Vodka, Aperol, Grilled Pineapple Juice, Passion Fruit, Lime

18.   Francesca: Hayman’s Old Tom Gin, Creme de Violette, Luxardo Maraschino, Lemon

19.   Pimms: Figs, Balsamic Syrup, Amaro Montenegro, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Lime, Rosemary, Grapefruit Juice and Bitters

20.   Forte: Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Orange, Ginger, Maple, Lemon

21.   Cranberry Apple Sour: Bourbon, Apple Cider, Cranberry

22.   Aged Negroni: Barrel Aged for 12 months

23.   Variopinto: Prosecco Grappa, Orange, Honey, Fig, Ginger, Rosemary Tincture

24.   Acero Sprezzatura: Buffalo Trace, Maple Syrup, Nonino Amaro, Orange

25.   Vespa: Ketel One, Bombay Sapphire, Cochi Americano, Tangello Bitter, Ginger

Bibiana opens weekdays for lunch from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner is served from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM Monday through Wednesday, and 5:30 PM to 11 PM Thursday through Saturday. The restaurant is located close to Metro Center at 1100 New York Avenue, NW, at the corner of 12^th and H Streets in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C. For more information, please call (202) 216-9550 or visit the website at www.bibianadc.com.

Holiday Cocktails!

December 17, 2012/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

Pretty, Pretty, Please!!!!! Maker’s 46, Maraschino Liquor, Melleti Chocolate Liquor, Cousin Carlo’s house made cherry juice & a cream float. Served up with a cherry on top!

Pretty, Pretty, Please!!!!!

1½oz. Makers 46

¾oz. Melleti Chocolate

¾oz. Marachino Liqour

¾oz. CC’s Cherry Juice

Shaken Cream Float

Speared CC’s Cherry

Martini

Hott Tea w/ Lemon A heated mixture of tea-infused Maker’s 46 mixed with barenjager honey liquor, fresh lemon juice, Served in a snifter.

Hott Tea w/ Lemon

2oz. Tea Infused Makers 46

½oz. Barenjager

¾oz. Lemon Juice

2oz. Hot Water

Lemon Wedge

Granny Snifter

Jalisco Manhattan Scorpion Mezcal mixed with orange oil, Pineau de Charantes & a dash of barrel aged bitters. Garnished with candied rosemary & properly stirred. Served up or on the rocks.

Jalisco Manhattan

2½oz. Orange Infused Mezcal

1½oz. Pineau de Charantes

Dash Barrel Aged Bitters

Candied Rosemary

Large Rocks/Martini

Moonshine Punch Cranberry Shine, Cinnamon –Infused Rye, amaretto, black walnut bitters and pome juice. Cousin Billy Joe-Bob strikes again…Served in a mason jar with moonshine cranberries.

Moonshine Punch

1.5oz. Cran Midnight Moon

1oz. Cinnamon Infused Whiskey

½oz. Amaretto

3oz. Pom Juice

Dash Black Walnut Bitters

Speared Shine Cranberry

Mason Jar

The Violette Dream…. you won’t want to wake up. Nolet’s Gin, Lillet & Barenjager shaken with the violette liquor. Served up with a turbinado rim.

The Violette Dream…

1½oz. Nolets

1oz. Lillet

1oz. Barenjager

¾oz. Violette Liqour

Turbinado Rim

Coupe

Pear-fection A blend of Double Cross Vodka, poire liqueur, apple pucker, pineapple juice, and a champagne topper. Served up with a baby pear.

Pear-fection

1oz. Double Cross Vodka

¾oz. Apple Pucker

¾oz. Poire

¾oz. Pineapple Juice

Topped with Bubbly

Baby Pear Garnish

Martini

Pimm’s Fruit Cup Pimm’s No.1, Apple Moonshine, Pierre Ferrand 1840 & cider. Served up with cinnamon apple cubes.

Pimm’s Fruit Cup

2 .5oz Pimm’s No.1

1oz Apple Moonshine

.5oz Pierre Ferrand 1840

3oz Apple Cider

Speared Cinnamon Apple Cubes

Martini

A Cup of Joe Not your everyday Seattle brew! Espresso bean infused Sailor Jerry blended with organic vanilla syrup & 5yr old maderia. Served…How else? In a coffee mug with grown-up cream and sugar on the side.

A Cup of Joe

1½oz.Esspresso Infused Sailor Jerry

¾oz. Café Mocha

½oz. Organic Vanilla Syrup

Dash Madera

½oz. Rumchatta on side

Rock Candy Stick

Glass Mug

The Bitter Saint He’s just mad because he doesn’t get to have any fun. A phenomenal blend of St. Germaine, Cynar, sage and limonata. Served on the rocks with fresh herbs.

The Bitter Saint

1½oz. Saint Germaine

½oz. Cynar

1oz. Sage Spirit

Topped with Limonata

Sage herbs

Large Rocks

Napoleon’s Nightmare…….. Amiricaan’s mixing brandy with what?!?!. Ratafia, Cassis & Suze. On the rocks with Cousin Carlo’s maraschino cherries.

Napolen’s Nightmare

1oz. Ratafia

1oz. Suze

1oz. Casis

Topped with Bubbly

CC’s Cherry

Small Cooler

NEW SPECIALTY COCKTAILS AT BLT STEAK SOUTH BEACH

December 17, 2012/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

The Betsy South Beach’s BLT Steak is spicing up its cocktail menu with a new drink lineup just in time for cooler weather. The distinctive creations ($15 each)created by BLT’s talented mixologists, offer up a refreshing seasonal kick. Enjoy these libations at the Betsy’s welcoming bar and/or before or after dinner at BLT Steak.

The Caipiroska de Uva, made with Stoli Vodka, fresh lime juice, demerara syrup, the unique use of muddled green seedless grapes and a dash of Valet Falernum, is a new form of caipirinha made with vodka rather than cachaça.

Served on the rocks, the Smokey Mt. Rye is made with Bullet Rye Whiskey, fresh lemon and cranberry juice, blood orange bitters, smoked honey syrup and garnished with a torched rosemary sprig; this powerful smokey cocktail is sure to hit the spot.

The LaBrava Blossom, is served straight up, with Hendricks gin, St. Germain, Moscato D’Asti, Prosecco, and lavender-infused syrup, garnished with a flamed lemon twist. This aromatic cocktail delivers a complexity of flavors accented by effervescence of Prosecco with a citrus finish.

Made with Hangar One Vodka, honey ginger essence and white balsamic vinegar, the Ginger Breeze is topped with real English ginger beer, and then garnished with three lime wheels. This take on a Moscow Mule delivers a unique play on the palate delivered by the white balsamic vinegar and ginger beer.

The Honeycrisp Reserve, using Woodford Reserve Bourbon, AppleJack Brandy, fresh lemon juice and muddled apples with cinnamon-clove infused simple syrup, contains distinct hints of Autumn. The aroma is that of fresh baked apple pie!

The Miami Heat is made with Milargo Tequila, passion fruit puree, fresh lime juice and habanero syrup, then garnished with a lime twist. Think margarita with a Miami twist. This refreshing classic is amped up with passion and a little heat on the finish.

BLT Steak at The Betsy is located at 1440 Ocean Drive on South Beach, FL 33139. Mondays through Fridays, BLT Steak is open for breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and for brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dinner is served from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; the restaurant is open until 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For reservations please call 305-673-0044 or visitwww.bltrestaurants.com.

Clos de los Siete Thanksgiving Leftover Empanadas

November 19, 2012/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

Clos de los Siete is the perfect wine to enjoy during the holidays. The new world wine is a blend of classic Bordeaux varietals that pairs perfectly with the hearty, home-style flavors of festive meals, such as Thanksgiving dinner. This year, do something creative with your leftovers by preparing a delicious twist on an Argentine classic, the empanada. Liven up leftover turkey and sweet potatoes with a blend of wine, peppers, and herbs to create a delicious stuffing for these enjoyable Argentine treats. Bake until brown and a delicious new meal is ready for you to enjoy!

Filling Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound turkey breast
1 sweet potato, diced
1 cup Clos de los Siete wine
1 green pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 medium white onion, chopped
1 clove minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
1 pinch of crushed red pepper (to taste)
Empanada Ingredients:
1 package store-bought empanada discs or one package pastry dough
1 egg, lightly beaten
¼ cup water

Preparation:
Place a pan over medium heat, add the tablespoon olive oil, cup of Clos de los Siete wine, garlic, onion, red and green pepper, and sweet potatoes. Let simmer on medium heat for ten minutes. Add turkey breast, salt black pepper, cumin, paprika and crushed red pepper. Continue to cook over medium heat until mixture is thickened, approximately ten minutes.

Once filling has thickened, remove from heat and set aside for 10 minutes to cool. During this time, flour a counter and lay out the empanada disks or roll out 4 inch squares of pastry dough. Carefully spoon 2 tbsp. of the filling into the center of each disk. Once each disk has been topped, seal the edges with water and fold in half, pressing down corners with the tines of a fork to close the dough. Then, fold the dough in on itself every half inch, from end to end to create the traditional Argentine seal.

Once all of the empanadas are folded, brush with egg wash and place on a prepared baking sheet. Bake in a 400°F oven until golden brown, around 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 15 minutes before serving, then enjoy!

Serve with a glass of Clos de los Siete. The well-balanced Argentine wine’s ripe berry aroma and intensely flavorful, rich blend of Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet will stand up to and complement the hearty, wholesome flavors of the dish, making for an easy and delicious pairing.

Check out these Seasonal Cocktails from our friends over at Caesars Entertainment in Atlantic City, NJ

October 17, 2012/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

Caramel Apple Martini

2 oz Captain Morgan Spiced Rum

2 oz Angry Orchard Apple Cider

1 oz Buttershots

Drizzle glass with caramel sauce.

Shake Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and Buttershots in Cocktail Shaker and pour into Martini Glass and top with Angry Orchard Apple Cider.

Pumpkin Margarita

2 oz Sauza Tequila

1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Puree

½ Teaspoon Cinnamon nutmeg mixture

Splash simple syrup

Splash Lime juice

Splash of Triple Sec

Rim glass in raw sugar and cinnamon

Shake All ingredients in Cocktail Shaker, Strain and pour over ice.

Kiss of Death

4 oz stoli razberry vodka

2 oz crème de coco white

Splash of simple syrup

Grenadine mixture pour into glass at the end

Shake Stoli Razberry vodka and Crème de coco white in a cocktail shaker and pour into martini glass. Slowly pour grenadine and simple syrup into the martini glass. The grenadine should settle to the bottom of the glass. Top with a Spider Ring.

The Evolution of Popcorn: A Poppin’ New Shot

October 17, 2012/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

360 Vodka celebrates National Popcorn Poppin’ Monthwith a new flavor: 360 Buttered Popcorn

WESTON, MO, Oct. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – It’s October, the time of year when
corn is harvested and Americans eat more popcorn than ever, leading the
Secretary of Agriculture in 1999 to declare October as National Popcorn
Poppin’ Month. To celebrate, 360 Vodka has created a buttered popcorn
flavor to honor America’s oldest snack food.

With its telltale aroma and freshly popped corn flavor, 360 Buttered
Popcorn captures that buttery goodness that has led Americans to eat 16
billion quarts of popcorn each year!

The first Europeans to colonize the Americas soaked popcorn in milk as a
breakfast cereal, then in the 20s it became a popular movie snack and
today, 360 Vodka has evolved this taste into a savory grown-up treat.
Add a splash of soda, garnish with a chocolate or candy and you have
all your movie snack favorites in a glass with no mess or kernels that
haven’t popped!

“Classic and nostalgic flavors continue to dominate mixology trends and
we’re thrilled to give cocktail lovers another innovative flavor to
spark their creativity and treat their taste-buds,” says Vic Morrison,
Vice-President of Marketing for 360 Vodka.   “In June, we satisfied
their sweet-tooth with 360 Glazed Donut and now we’re appealing to
their salty side with 360 Buttered Popcorn.”

With a collection of thirteen flavored vodkas, including the multiple
award-winning and favorite 360 Double Chocolate, 360 Vodka, the world’s
only sustainable vodka   is celebrated for perfecting innovative vodka
flavors while leaving the smallest footprint thanks to the distillery’s
numerous and significant sustainability practices.

360 Buttered Popcorn is now available across the US, so pop in a movie,
pop off the 360 swing-top and savor the flavor that has been a part of
America’s history for years.

Night at the Movies

1 1/2 oz. 360 Buttered Popcorn
Cola
Lime wedge
Popcorn

Fill a tall glass with ice, add 360 Buttered Popcorn, top with cola and
stir. Garnish with a lime wedge and fresh popcorn.

Caramel Corn Collins

2 oz. 360 Buttered Popcorn
1/2 oz Caramel sauce
2 Lime wedges squeezed
Root Beer
Caramel popcorn

Combine vodka, lime juice and caramel sauce in a mixing glass filled
with ice. Shake well to loosen caramel and dilute. Strain into martini
glass with fresh ice. Top with root beer. Garnish with caramel popcorn.

Kettle Corn Shooter

1 oz. 360 Buttered Popcorn
50/50 Sugar and Salt mixture

Rim a shot glass with sugar and salt mixture. Add 360 Buttered Popcorn
to a mixing glass filled with ice and shake.   Strain into the rimmed
shot glass.

BBQ Corn Daiquiri

2 oz. 360 Buttered Popcorn

2 oz. Margarita mix

50/50 Salt and Pepper

Lime wheel

Rim a rocks glass with salt and pepper mixture.   Add 360 Buttered
Popcorn and Margarita Mix to a mixing glass filled with ice and shake.
Pour into rimmed rocks glass.

Price and Availability:

360 Buttered Popcorn retails for approximately $15.99 (750mL) and is
available at liquor retailers across the USA. Check the ‘Where to Buy’
section at www.vodka360.com for specific local retailers.

Leaving the Smallest Footprint

Each bottle of 360 Vodka is made with recycled glass, featuring reusable
closures and recycled paper printed with water   based eco   friendly inks.
As organic grain leaves a larger footprint, 360 Vodka uses local grain
grown less than 95 miles from the country’s most energy efficient
distillery where 360 Vodka is crafted. This gives the brand its
distinctive, smooth taste that has been awarded with multiple platinum
and gold medals for taste from international spirits competitions. 360
Vodka is proud to donate one dollar from every closure returned to a
dedicated environmental charity.

Agave Loco® Pepper Cured Tequila Adds a Sweet & Spicy Flavor To Bartender®s’ Playbooks This Football Season

September 19, 2012/in Cocktail Recipes, Cocktails

The Agave Maria™ Will Keep Customers Cheering for More

CHICAGO – August 20, 2012 — Football season is Bloody Mary season. From pre-game to
halftime to the end of game celebration, the Bloody Mary is a perennial favorite for football fans
while watching a game at their favorite bar.

To celebrate the season of the Hail Mary, Agave Loco® Pepper Cured Tequila is bringing its
Agave Maria™Bloody Mary to bartenders’ playbooks. A play that will keep fans calling an
audible when ordering a Bloody Mary – “Make mine with Agave Loco!”

Agave Loco is the first ever “Pepper Cured” tequila. It is aged for 6 to 8 months in bourbon
barrels. The flavor and character of 100% Agave Reposado tequila is infused with the oils of six
different varieties of pepper to provide a rare sweet and spicy taste experience.

As complex as the flavors of Agave Loco are, turning any Bloody Mary into an Agave Maria is
very simple – just add Agave Loco.

Agave Loco® allows consumers to taste the true, sweet flavor of Jalapeno, Serrano and Habanero
peppers without overwhelming them with heat. The first taste is like biting into a fresh jalapeno
pepper with a burst of sweet heat and then a great pepper finish. When added to any Bloody Mary
mix, the sweet heat of pepper comes through very subtly and enhances the flavors of the cocktail,
creating the most delicious Bloody Mary a customer will ever drink.

Agave Maria™ Recipe
• 1 part Agave Loco™ Pepper Cured Tequila
• 4 parts Bloody Mary mix
• Combine, pour over ice and enjoy

Agave Loco® Pepper Cured Tequila is Rated 91.2 By Tequila.net

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