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Every professional bartender has a few bottles they don’t like. But there’s usually one bottle that functions as something of a nemesis, and seeing it on a trusted establishment’s back bar or a good friend’s bar cart is enough to burrow under their skin — and heaven help the well-meaning soul who presents it as a gift.
Every spirits brand wants its packaging to look attractive and stand out on the shelf, but when the time comes to design a new bottle, aesthetics are only a fraction of the equation. Cask-strength bourbons , navy-strength rums , and still-strength tequilas all have a couple of characteristics in common. Beam Distilling Co.
Photo by Emily Schultz Rum Bumble Bee cocktail by Le Loup Nashville Ingredients 1 egg white ½ oz. Photo by Andrew Thomas Lee Liqueur , Mezcal , Tequila Viva Maria by Le Loup Nashville Ingredients 6 JD* chili tincture 2 JD Peychauds Bitters.25 minted honey syrup ¾ oz. lime juice ¾ oz. flor de cana ¾ oz. 5 oz lime juice.5
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So, what bottles reign supreme on top shelves across the country? Each bottle offers a unique flavor profile and plays a key role in crafting the delicious and diverse cocktails we all enjoy. A bartender’s canvas for vibrant Margaritas, Tequila Sunrise, or other unexpected twists.
So went spirits critic Robert Whitley’s 2002 review of Ciclón, a just-released Barcardí product that combined the brand’s Gold Rum with “blue agave” tequila and a “hint” of natural lime juice. The spirits giant’s own motto was a little more blunt: “90% rum, 10% tequila, 100% un-be-lievable!” It, too, was a smash hit.
It’s an accepted truth in the drinks world that no spirit demonstrates as much diversity in style and breadth of range as rum. But while rum and its sugarcane kin have long been celebrated in carefree cocktails evoking the tropics, rum’s true story is much deeper, and sometimes darker. We’re taking a closer look at rum.
The cocktail combines equal parts vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and triple sec ironically containing almost every ingredient in the book besides tea. The recipe calls for light rum, dark rum, and overproof rum, not to mention apricot brandy and grenadine. Either way, the drink is truly a powerhouse of booze.
ANGOSTURA® 200-Year Anniversary Limited-Edition bitters pairs globally influenced spices and herbs and ANGOSTURA® aged rum for the first time ever! Limited to just 120,000 bottles globally, this exclusive release promises to elevate cocktail experiences around the world. Stirred over craft ice. Top with splash of champagne.
Today we’re highlighting just some of the (many) bottles we’ll be gifting this season. Espanita Double Barrel Añejo Tequila Rich, elegantly executed, and decadently delicious double-barrel aged Añejo tequila that charms with tantalizing, aromatic Bourbon notes while expressing its grassy, fruit-driven Agave foundation.
Fraser & Thompson North American Whiskey 1 cup Pomegranate Juice Zest of 1 Orange 1/2 cup freshly squeezed Orange Juice 1 (750 ml) bottle Prosecco or Sparkling Wine, chilled Arils from 1 Pomegranate Preparation In a large pitcher, combine Fraser & Thompson, pomegranate juice, orange zest and orange juice. Kraken Black Spiced Rum 3 oz.
17, 2024 The Coca-Cola Company and Bacardi Limited today announced an agreement to debut BACARDÍ rum and Coca-Cola as a ready-to-drink (RTD) pre-mixed cocktail! Through this relationship, we will expand our reach and accessibility so that even more consumers of legal drinking age can enjoy this classic BACARDÍ rum and Coca-Cola cocktail.”
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Is there a better deal in premium spirits right now than rum? Bourbon’s popularity has led to price spikes across that category, while tequila’s recent rise has had a similar effect on the cost of agave spirits. Meanwhile, a well-aged rum is unlikely to cause sticker shock. Which is good news for the category.
Spirit of Gallo is expanding its luxury spirits portfolio with an investment in Puerto Rican rum brand Ron del Barrilito, according to a Monday press release. The deal will make Gallo the rum’s exclusive U.S. This move marks Spirit of Gallo’s return to luxury rum. To win in rum, we know it needs to be Super Premium+.
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By the late 50s Hood River Distillers had begun blending and bottling spirits for distribution throughout the Pacific Northwest. Our stunning homebase in the shadow of Oregon’s Mount Hood provides us access to glacier-fed spring water, and this water is used in all products that are produced and bottled at Hood River Distillers.
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Once acquainted with makgeolli, don’t sleep on the cocktails, like the stellar Sesame Sour (Takju 16 makgeolli, white rum, pineapple, yuzu, vinegar, soy sauce, Suze, sesame, egg white). More than 200 bottles expand the selection further, but don’t worry—they’re here to walk you through it.
Beverage manager and award-winning mixologist Devender Sehgal and the skilled bar team craft sophisticated, Japanese-infused cocktails with a focus on shochu, such as the seasonal Cheek to Cheek, a Painkiller-inspired cocktail with Okinawan pineapple, rum, Kumamoto rice shochu, and coconut cream. 10 slot in Asia’s 50 Best Bars.
It’s well-stocked with a variety of high-quality spirits, including gin, whiskey, tequila, and rum. Additionally, I keep some rare bottles collected from my travels, each with its own story and distinctive flavor.” “My home bar is a mix of essentials and unique finds.
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Teremana Tequila is serving holiday cheer by the bottle while giving back to the hospitality community that shines so brilliantly, now and year-round. The bar I work at] is really a rum-based cocktail bar. But ironically enough, tequilas are our bestsellers. And I love a tequila with an aged flavor.
From tequila to rum, there is something for every palate (even if you also treat yourself to the traditional chocolate advent calendar, I know I will). Tequila & Mezcal Advent Calendar By The Spirit Co. Inside this calendar are great examples of Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo tequilas from the Jalisco region of Mexico.
It is here, in the lowlands of Jalisco, where tequila originated and where Casa Herradura’s story began. Back then, the only tequila available was Blanco (silver), an unaged tequila distilled from Blue Weber agave. This infographic is sponsored by Tequila Herradura.
Mai Tai The story of the Mai Tai is the story of tiki, one of the most iconic drinks – if not the most iconic drink – to come out of ‘40s rum culture. We make it here with just four ingredients, though you’re free to jazz up the rum selection and use a combination of products if you want to get fancy. dark rum 3/4 oz.
Everyone had their highly specific Martini specs down to a science and knew which allocated bottle of bourbon they were willing to splurge on. Will the seemingly unstoppable rise of tequila come to a screeching halt? In 2023, drinkers really knew what they wanted. Espresso Martinis ? Chilled red wines ? Already in the fridge.
A traditional combination of tequila , lime juice, and grapefruit soda (though whether that soda should be Squirt or Fresca is up for debate ), the Paloma is tart, invigorating, and essentially swelter-proof. Rather than building it over ice, ditch the glassware altogether and mix it right in your bottle of Topo Chico.
Rum White Cane Spirit Ritual Zero Proof Rum Alternative Your car cart needs a light rum for mojitos and daiquiris and Lyre’s knows exactly what they’re doing in this department. Ritual Zero Proof’s dark rum hits all the marks for tropical cocktails + rum punch. This is the shot you won’t regret in the morning.
My favorite spirit to play with is tequila. I also find that folks who have previously been exclusively “brown liquor” drinkers are apt to find an aged tequila that they enjoy sipping on as much as whiskey. When it comes to mixing cocktails, I appreciate that tequila plays nicely with bold and subdued flavors alike.
Start with the "holy trinity" of base liquors: vodka, gin, and rum. Then, add tequila and whiskey. Plantation 3 Stars is an excellent white rum choice. For tequila, Don Julio Blanco is a classic. As your collection grows, explore unique spirits like mezcal or aged rum. Quality over quantity is crucial.
Now with Volcán de mi Tierra, the company is aiming to leverage the tequila boom in India. A Volcanic Story Volcán de mi Tierra, which translates to ‘Land of the Volcano,’ is deeply rooted in the story of its birthplace—the Tequila Volcano in Jalisco, Mexico.
Print Sunset Paradise Course Drinks Keyword butterfly pea flower tea, cranberry, lime, orange juice, peach brandy, tequila, Triple sec, vodka Ingredients ½ oz. Tequila blanco ½ oz. Lime juice Vodka float Instructions Combine peach brandy, orange juice, triple sec, lime juice and tequila and shake.
Dozens of categories considered, thousands of bottles tasted, and almost 12 months in the making, the publishing of VinePair’s 50 best spirits list marks a major milestone in our calendar and one of our favorite annual traditions. Surin Rum Clairin Mezcal drinker, meet clairin! Check out the best spirits from previous years here !
Another new rum drink is the Zydeco Zombie, made with Bacardi Superior rum, Don Q Gold rum, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, Finest Call citrus sour, mango puree, Grenadine and Red Bull Yellow Edition. The Wild Rona-Rita. mason jars and priced at $13. cocktail served in a shareable fishbowl. Mason jars.
Bottled at 107 proof, it’s available at select US retailers beginning July 2024. Bottled at 103 proof, just 1800 bottles were produced. Bottled at 103 proof, just 1800 bottles were produced. Aged for 5 years, it’s bottled at the required 100 proof. SRP $21.99/1L)
The finishing period was around 6 months before bottling. Campari Cask Tales is being sold as a 3-pack 1L set with this Bourbon Finish, a Tequila Finish, and a Rum Finish via ReserveBar.com. Here, Campari is finished in selected rum barrels from Appleton Estate Rum.
With this “Spirited Xchange” collection, Diageo is leaning on its global footprint and introducing some expressions that are unlike anything previously seen in the collection, including a bold range of finishes in wine, rum, tequila, and other cask types — sometimes in combination. ” I’m ready to dig in.
The trendiest shots right now, according to bartenders: Fernet Branca Hard Start Mezcal and Amaro Angelino Rye-Nar Forghetti Dickel whiskey and shot of au jus Vermouth Green Tea Bourbon Tequila Amortized wine Bottled-in-bond rye St. Our go-to is a 50/50 of rum and amaro. We call it either the Rum House shot or S&M.”
Add a personal touch by flagging your own favorite cocktail recipe or adding a mini bottle of alcohol to the gift. Pair with the A Bar Above wine key bottle opener and a bottle of wine, and you have a complete gift! And if you like making bitters, gift your DIY bitters with our brand new bitters bottles !
While clear spirits like gin and tequila might feel like the most obvious choices for summertime sipping, rum and bourbon also have their place, as do lighter, low-ABV options like vermouth and Pimm’s. Their responses ranged from the classic rum Daiquiri to some less expected options. “The Saturn. .’”
We’re all for buying bottles for our loved ones during the holidays, whether they’re beginner-friendly bourbons , blancos for agave geeks , or stellar Syrahs. With tequila booming stateside with no signs of a plateau, there’s never been a better time to learn the ins and outs of agave spirits straight from the source.
Other beertails include the Tirini One (with lager, tequila, Red Bull and orange); the Midori Spritz (lager and Midori); the Beer Julep (lager, lime, sugar, strawberry, pineapple, cherry and Hurricane Rum); and the Heineken Spritz (lager, Aperol and orange).
CATOCTIN CREEK RABBLE ROUSER BOTTLED IN BOND RYE 6 YEAR Made to commemorate Catoctin Creek’s 15th anniversary, the brand announces their oldest release to date: a 6 year-old Rabble Rouser Bottled in Bond Rye Whiskey. The bottle, cork, and twine were all made from recycled materials. It is bottled at 124.2
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