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Brown-Foreman Introduces: The Triple Crown of Cocktails

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With the 136th annual Preakness only a day away, alcohol giant Brown Foreman has decided to release what they are calling the “Triple Crown of Cocktails”. Three delicious recipes highlighting one of each of the three major races. Early Times and Woodford Reserve bourbon are both featured in the signature drinks.

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The Early Times Mint Julep
Official Cocktail of the Kentucky Derby

The mint julep is the Official Drink of the Kentucky Derby and the Early Times Mint Julep has been the Official Drink of the Kentucky Derby for the past 24 years. Over 120,000 Early Times Mint Juleps are served at Churchill Downs during Derby week.

2 ounces Early Times Kentucky Whisky
1 Tablespoon Simple Syrup
Mint Sprigs
Crushed Ice

Muddle a few mint leaves in the bottom of your mint julep cup, then fill with crushed ice. Add one tablespoon of simple syrup and two ounces Early Times Kentucky Whisky. Stir gently until glass frosts. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, sip and enjoy.

The Black-Eyed Susan
Official Cocktail of the Preakness

The Preakness Stakes is held at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland and marks the second leg of the Triple Crown. The Black-Eyed Susan serves as the Official Drink of the Preakness and Early Times Kentucky Whisky is a key ingredient to this signature cocktail.

1 ¼ ounces Early Times Kentucky Whisky
¾ ounces vodka
3 ounces sweet and sour mix
2 ounces orange juice
Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.

Woodford Reserve Belmont Jewel
Official Cocktail of the Belmont Stakes

The third and final leg of the Triple Crown is the Belmont Stakes, held every June at Belmont Park in Elmont, NY. Woodford Reserve is the Official Bourbon of the Belmont Stakes and is the main ingredient for the Official Cocktail, the Belmont Jewel.

1 ½ oz. Woodford Reserve
2 oz. Lemonade
1 oz. Pomegranate juice

Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain over ice into a rocks glass. Garnish with a lemon wedge or cherry.

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How to Make an Aruba Ariba Cocktail

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Bon Bini (Welcome in Aruban!)

Before the craziness that was 2020 (and to an extent, still is 2021) we had the opportunity to travel to Aruba for a bit of “work and play”. To this day, it’s probably one of our most memorable trips and even though it seems like after every trip we say “we should move here”, it’s one of the few places we seriously considered. Aruba is equal parts culture and paradise and we had a blast, we strongly consider it for anyone looking for their first vacation post-pandemic.

While in Aruba, we sipped our way through every bar, watering hole, tiki hut, and beach bungalow we could find, and in the end we kept finding ourselves going back to a unique little cocktail the locals have crowned as their official drink. It’s called the Aruba Ariba, a tropical cocktail made using a local Aruban liqueur called Coecoei (Koekoei) and it features some common ingredients you would expect to find in any paradise cocktail but its the Coecoei (Koekoei) that gives the Aruba Aribe it’s signature unique flavor. Unfortunately for us, but fortunately for Aruba, Coecoei (Koekoei) is not exported off the island and makes it THAT much more sought after. Being the enthusiasts we are, after tasting this one over and over on our week long stay, we hunted down and bought several bottles to bring back with us to the states and today we’re keeping the Aruba Ariba alive in Orlando, FL. Today we’re sharing the recipe but if you MUST try it and don’t happen to have a visit planned for Aruba anytime soon, we’ve heard some substitutes for Coecoei being passion fruit. But our recommendation is to book a flight immediately, yes, it’s THAT good.

Aruba Ariba Cocktail

  • 1/2 oz. vodka
  • 1/2 oz. 151 proof rum
  • 1/8 oz. Coecoei (Koekoei)
  • 1/8 oz. Creme de Banana
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup cranberry juice
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • Crushed ice

In a cocktail shaker, add the above ingredients and shake vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour into a tall cocktail glass and add a splash of Grenadine and top with Grand Marnier. Garnish with an orange and maraschino cherry… and enjoy!

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Review: Stonecutter Spirits Heritage Cask Whiskey

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stonecutter spirits heritage cask whiskeyStonecutter Spirits Heritage Cask Review:

We’ve got new booze in this week and it comes courtesy of Vermont distillers, Stonecutter Spirits. So what do you get when you take a whiskey distilled like a bourbon, aged like an Irish whiskey (3 1/2 years), and finished like a Scotch in Cabernet barrels (4 months)? You get one hell of a confusing whiskey, but more importantly you get Heritage Cask Whiskey.

First Impression: If presentation is worth anything to you, you’ll like this one. A uniquely shaped massive bottle that reminds me of a decanter more than a commercial bottle design. If you’re one of those people who love to “hack” everything (like me because I’m cheap!), when you’re done with this one scrub off the labels (goo-gone is your friends!)  and you’ve got a nice whiskey decanter for your mini bar.

Tasting Notes: When I first sipped this I immediately got a very subtle taste, almost like a whiskey that had been watered down with ice already and THEN the spices kicked in. I like it, it kind of sneaks up on you with fruity and sweet notes like peach, vanilla, and cinnamon. But the real balance is in the bite of black pepper that really rounds it out for me when it hits the back of your throat. It’s complex enough so that you feel like you’re sipping something special and yet not so complex that you worry if all the flavors will go over your head. Your taste-buds can appreciate this one.

ABV: 45% [90 Proof]

Price: $60 [750 ml]

Drink Recommendations: Neat, Sazerac,

Final Word: I’m pretty particular about what whiskies I keep for myself, which ones I serve to guests/friends/family, and which ones I serve when I want to impress you. This one falls into the “impress me” group. The flavor itself I’m a fan but I’m a bigger fan of how subtly the spices kick it up in your mouth.  It’s a little on the expensive side for some, but for a good whiskey it’s well priced and would work well in any bar. Whiskey in Vermont, who knew? If you’re looking to get your hands on a bottle it’s currently available in Vermont, Massachusetts, and the NY Capital region.

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For more information on Stone Cutter Spirits Heritage Cask Whiskey including recipes and where to purchase, visit them at www.stonecutterspirits.com

Cheers,

Alex

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New Booze: Flavored Rums, Rye Whisky, Crazy Vodkas, and more…

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We’re back with another edition of New Booze. We got an overwhelming response from our readers so this one’s here to stay. There’s some new booze hitting the shelves this week (or soon) that might be worth your buck. We’ve got a couple Canadian whiskey’s, a flavored rum just in time for Summer, and it looks like Pinnacle isn’t giving up on the crazy flavored vodka “fad”.

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Alberta Rye Dark Batch: Alberta Rye Dark Batch Whisky features a blend of 91% rye whisky, 8% bourbon and 1% sherry to add layers of complexity in each bottle. The distinct rich color of the liquid comes from a combination of factors, including the aging process, which incorporates both new charred American white oak and once-used American bourbon barrels. Other contributing factors include the addition of a touch of sherry and Alberta, Canada’s high altitude, desert-like humidity levels and extreme seasonal and daily temperature changes, which promote maturation.Alberta Rye Dark Batch Whisky is at its best in cocktails that highlight its distinctive flavor, such as the Rye Squeeze below, and can also be enjoyed neat.[$29.99 750 ML | 90 Proof]

Cruzan-Blueberry-Lemonade-Rum

Cruzan Blueberry Lemonade Rum: Cruzan Blueberry Lemonade blends fine Cruzan Rum with the essence of ripe blueberries and vibrant citrus to create a well-rounded spirit bursting with the taste of fresh fruit. Cruzan Rum is made from natural ingredients including cane molasses and tropical rainwater, using a unique five-column distillation process and staying true to Cruzan’s dedication to creating the cleanest-tasting rum on the market.[$14.99 750 ML | 42 Proof]

 

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Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye:The newest addition to the Crown Royal family combines the distinctiveness of northern harvest rye the unmistakable smoothness of Crown Royal. [$14.99 750 ML | 90 Proof]

 

Pinnacle Cucumber:  Pinnacle Cucumber is a 70-proof, five-times distilled vodka that can be enjoyed chilled, on the rocks or in mixed cocktails.  [$11.99 750 ML | 70 Proof]

 

Pinnacle Mimosa: Pinnacle Mimosa Vodka offers the refreshing combination of juicy orange and crisp champagne flavors with a short and sweet finish.[$11.99 750 ML | 70 Proof]

 

Pinnacle Habanero: Pinnacle Habanero Vodka offers a spicy and sweet taste of ripe, juicy chili peppers with a lingering warm finish. [$11.99 750 ML | 70 Proof]

 

Cheers!

 

 

 

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