3 Ways To Celebrate National Scotch Day with Some of our Favorite Scotch Whiskies

This National Scotch Day, raise a glass to toast the iconic whisky that has long drawn people in through it’s status and style and pay homage to this barley-made distilled spirit from Scotland.

 Whether served neat or on the rocks, each of these whiskies are best enjoyed with good company and are the perfect bottles to be added to any Scotch-lovers collection.

Buchanan's 18-Year-Old Special Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky

Buchanan’s Special Reserve is an icon of excellence among scotch connoisseurs, that includes Dalwhinnie whisky, which gives the blend its signature note of honey and richness. Aged for a minimum of 18 years, its rich, silky finish features sweet notes of dark chocolate, toffee and honey. It won the Gold award at the 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and a 94 along with the Tried & True Award at the 2020 Ultimate Spirits Challenge.

Link to Purchase: Drizly

Scottish Whisky Expedition: Single Malt Tasting Experience | $74.99

Offer your guests the chance to embark on a journey through Scotland via flavor with The Single Malts Tasting Experience. With centuries-honed flavor born & raised on Scottish soil, our Single Malts have more than a few stories to tell, including Oban, Talisker, The Singleton, Lagavulin and Mortlach. The pack also comes complete with two tasting glasses, perfect for a summer toast. Available nationwide wherever fine spirits are sold.

Links to Purchase: ReserveBar

Johnnie Walker Black Label

Johnnie Walker Black Label offers a deep and complex flavor with a wonderful combination of dry smokiness, with rich malt and peat overtones balanced by hints of cedar and fruit with trademark dark chocolate and vanilla sweetness.

Links to Purchase: ReserveBar, Drizly

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Our Newest Obsession The Dom Pérignon Inspired Tasting Menu at Morgenstern's Ice Cream

Starting today award-winning architect and gourmand Stephanie Goto and Nicholas Morgenstern, founder and owner of NYC’s Morgenstern’s Ice Cream are debuting their collaborative elevated ice cream-infused omakase menu called Elevated Expansion, inspired by the latest release from Dom Pérignon champagne.

The omakase menu will be available once a week, by reservation only, at the Morgenstern’s Sundae Bar on 88 Houston via RESY. The à la carte pairings will be available each Tuesday from 12 PM-10 PM by reservation.

Celebrating the release of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2003 Plénitude 2 and National Ice Cream Day on July 18, the limited-run tasting menu is a storytelling journey, presented in three acts and titled Elevated Expansion. Presented through Goto’s distinctly Japanese lens, the progression highlights the unexpected and shared linearities between champagne and ice cream. Centered around energy, space and time the menu curates and reimagines ingredients from Stephanie’s heritage, elevating traditional dishes to their second Plénitude.

The seven-course menu pairing concept was imagined by award-winning architect, gourmand and Dom Pérignon collector Goto through her longtime friendship with chef-turned-ice-cream innovator Morgenstern, and her friendship and love of the legendary champagne house Dom Pérignon. Goto collaborated with Morgenstern to incorporate their favorite and nostalgic ingredients – tamago, soy sauce, sushi rice, and dashi – to narrate a one of a kind journey connecting America and France, East and West, high and low in an revelatory way.

“Creating this experience utilized a parallel process to how I approach architecture and the sensorial. My vision is inspired by materials, textures, forms and presenting them in a familiar yet transformed way. The story is focused on something quintessentially American - ice cream - meeting something quintessentially French - champagne – and knitted together through my lens of Japan,” said Goto.

The menu will also feature à la carte offerings of a caviar trompe l’oeil ice cream cone featuring Russian River Imperial Caviar paired with a glass Dom Pérignon Vintage 2010, a delightful ‘toro burger’ paired with a glass of Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2006, and a prismatic matcha and red bean sundae cube paired with Dom Pérignon Plénitude 2 Vintage 2003.

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Farm To Table Restaurants Best of The Hamptons

Fresh and locally grown foods are all the craze this season. As we enjoy ever Summer weekend out in the Hampton’s we give you the top Farm to Table Foods in the Hampton area.

Estia’s Little Kitchen

Located in Sag Harbor, Estia’s Kitchen serves American fare with a Southwestern flare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant has its very own garden on premise and focus’ on the tagline clean flood-long life. Most of the time your salad will be harvested directly from the garden, shortly before service. Locally grown foods, from farmers and friends from around the area are used whenever possible.

Located at 1615 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Sag Harbor, NY 11963

Nick and Toni’s

Behind Nick and Toni’s you will find an acre into a fertile, organic garden. The kitchen staff harvests the plot daily to provide around 30 percent of the restaurants produce. Located in East Hampton, this Tuscan farmhouse style restaurant included a wood-burning oven, adds to the ambiance and peaceful atmosphere. With delicious foods and drinks, this place is a must-try.

Located at 136 N Main St, East Hampton, NY 11937

South Edison

At South Edison, you will find a menu filled with local seafood and produce.  The chef’ developed and original creative menu and continue to craft new dishes to complement the customers’ favorites. You can walk in and try an extensive array of wines and original cocktails. South Edison reflects Montauk’s fun an casual atmosphere o stop in and enjoys the food.

Located at 17 S Edison St, Montauk, NY 11954

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The Best Wines To Drink This Summer

Summer has officially started, we can finally invite friends over again, and what’s better than a nice glass of wine. Rosé is often touted as the summer drink — sometime you need a variety when it comes to what wines you can enjoy in warmer months.

In fact, there’s a whole slew of delicious options to choose from for any occasion, whether you’re lounging by the beach, picnicking with friends, or just staying in after a long day. So, we scoured our favorite wines for you to drink all Summer long.

Kim Crawford Illuminate is a lower in alcohol and lower in calorie take on Kim Crawford’s core Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé expressions, with only 7% ABV and 70 calories per glass.

Perfect for all occasions, particularly delicious with fresh seafood and vegetables. Elegant yet full flavored, its crisp acidity is highlighted with a refreshing herbal and citrus finish.

Avaline Rosé (SRP: $24.99) 13% ABV

Avaline Rosé is a new, clean and vegan-friendly wine by Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power, offering a light and fresh mouthfeel with flavors of melon and zest to bring the wine’s light pink hues to life. Made with organic grapes and free of unnecessary extras like sugars, colors, and concentrates, this fruit-forward French wine ideal for any time, whether it is cozying up inside or spending an afternoon in the sun with your best friend. Available for purchase on wine.com

2017 Stags’ Leap Winey Napa Valley Petite Sirah ($47.00) Notes of blackberry, blueberry, and black cherry fruits seamlessly integrate with the more floral musky notes of violet and jasmine in this robust Petite Sirah. On the palate, you are met with macerated blackberry, cherry kirsch, peppered plum, and black licorice. This Petite Sirah is a wonderful companion for a hearty and flavorful burger or BBQ ribs, straight off the grill.

2019 Banfi La Pettegola Vermentino Toscana IGT (SRP: $19.99)

Recommendation: For seaside or beach sipping, enhanced by an ocean breeze and fresh caught seafood

La Pettegola’s translation has double meaning: it refers to coastal seabirds and is also a term for a gossiper. Delightfully fresh, La Pettegola Vermentino is the talk of the town for the quality-for-value it offers. The Vermentino grapes are sourced from around Maremma, and fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks to preserve the purity of this wine. Fruit-forward with notes of exotic fruits, a hint of spice, and touch of salinity from the proximity to the Mediterranean coast.

Tenuta Luce Toscana

Luce is a singular and irresistible expression of Montalcino, a Super Tuscan with an exotic side, and above all full of pleasure. The spectacular estate’s diversity of soils, expositions and biodiversity of olive groves and forests come together in a wine as vibrant and exciting as the landscape.

The Merlot and Sangiovese grapes are harvested and fermented separately in multiple harvests, with rigorous fruit selection during picking and meticulous hand sorting. Fermentation is spontaneous with no added yeasts. Blending takes place immediately after fermentation and maceration and prior to barrel aging.Aging takes place exclusively in French oak in order to develop the wine’s potential and achieve a perfect balance of flavors while respecting and reflecting the characteristics of the vintage. Luce 2018 has a dark ruby red color. The nose is a prelude of aromas of black fruits, blackberries and violets, with marzipan and black pepper that further enrich the bouquet. In the mouth, the wine is soft and voluminous, balanced by a solid tannic structure, before closing with a persistent crisp finish.

Montecucco Parmoleto Riserva

With a distinguished and intense red ruby color, Parmoleto Riserva has an aromatic nose of red cherry, red plum, rosehip, and strawberry and a spiced taste that reminds of myrrh and amber. On the palate this dry, medium bodied sangiovese that is aged for two years in big oak barrels, has a somewhat-tart, red-fruit flavors supported by medium acidity and medium tannin. Perfect if paired with grilled meat and game.

SIMI Sonoma County 2019 Sauvignon Blanc (SRP $15) offers bright notes of lime zest, Meyer lemon, pink grapefruit, lemongrass, honeysuckle and a hint of wet stone. SIMI’s Executive Chef, Kolin Vazzoler, would recommend pairing the wine with pesto pasta, goat cheese with olives, barbequed shrimp, vegetable stir fry and roast chicken. The 2019 vintage is also available in a mini 375ml bottle, perfect for toting to picnics, boat outings or outdoor movies.

Vera Wang PARTY is a premium Italian prosecco made for celebrating life’s moments, big and small. Vera Wang's attention to detail has shaped every step of PARTY from grape to bottle. Designed to look chic on any table, the bottle is a sleek matte silver with "PARTY" in bold neon yellow letters exuding a modern, easy sensibility. The back of the bottle features an invitation to PARTY from Vera.To craft the prosecco Vera Wang looked to find a winemaker with both heritage and pedigree. She turned to the top winemaking region Piemonte, known for its sparkling wines, and to Araldica, producer of the best-selling Moscato in America. Vera Wang PARTY is crafted from 100% Glera grapes and boasts aromas of apple and stone fruit, citrus notes and fresh acidity on the palate, with a soft and fruity finish. This new prosecco offers a fresh perspective in the sparkling wine category with its crisp effervescence, coupled with a bold aesthetic and playful voice.

2016 Castello Banfi Magna Cum Laude Toscana IGT (SRP: $39.99)

Recommendation: Toast to a graduate with this aptly named wine, whether you celebrate them with a fun, casual barbecue or an intimate dinner party.

Latin for “high honors,” Castello Banfi’s Magna Cum Laude combines Montalcino’s historic Sangiovese Brunello clone with international grape varieties of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. Bottled unfiltered, this wine is full-bodied with notes of blackberries, plums, licorice, black olives, and pipe-tobacco. Its supple tannins and layered complexity makes for an ideal match for rustic bean soups such as the Tuscan classic Ribollita and grilled meats such as hangar steak.

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Cocktails You'll Want To Try All Summer Long

While wine and beer are always easy to drink during the Summer, nothing can be more picturesque than a colorful cocktail. Although cocktails can be hard to make, we found easy-to-make cocktails for you to sip on all Summer long.

Aperol Spritz

·       Ice cubes

·       Aperol

·       Prosecco

·       Soda, served from syphon or chilled bottle

·       Slice of orange

In a glass full of ice, combine Prosecco followed by Aperol in equal parts. Add a splash of soda and garnish with an orange slice

As an easy way to remember how to create the perfect Aperol Spritz, think P.A.S.S.!

P – Prosecco

A – Aperol

S – Splash of Soda

S – Slice of Orange

**Aperol is available for purchase nationwide on Drizly, MiniBar, and Reserve Bar platforms with an SRP of $25.99 for a 750ml bottle 

Espolón Marigold Margarita

· 2 oz Espolón Blanco

· .5 oz Monin Hibiscus Syrup

· 1 oz orange juice

· .5 oz lime juice

Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake and strain over fresh ice into a rocks glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.

Frankly Berry Cosmopolitan

·       2 oz Frankly Organic Strawberry Vodka

·       1/2 oz Cointreau

·       1/2 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice 

·       1/2 oz simple syrup

·       Lemon twist

Instructions: Combine all liquid in a shaker. Fill with ice. Shake. Pour and garnish with a lemon twist. 

Montelobos Verde Que Te Quiero Verde

· 1 oz Mezcal Montelobos Espadin

· 1 oz Ancho Reyes Verde

· 1 Tbsp. of Chia seeds

· .75 oz of Simple Syrup

· 1 oz lime juice

· 2 oz Seltzer Water

Combine Mezcal Montelobos Espadin, Ancho Reyes Verde, Chia sedes, simple syrup, and lime juice in a shaker and shake well. Serve over a Collins glass with ice and add seltzer water to top off. Garnish with mint leaves and lime juice

The Bramble

·       1.5oz Bombay Bramble

·       1oz (2.5cl) freshly pressed lemon juice

·       0.5oz simple syrup 

·       Lemon wedge & blackberry (garnish).

 Built and topped with crushed ice.

Disaronno Fizz

· 1.5 oz Disaronno Originale

· Q Tonic Club Soda

· Fresh Lemon Juice

Pour Disaronno Originale into a white wine glass with ice. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Top with Q Mixers Club Soda. Stir and garnish with lemon zest.

BACARDÍ Coco Conga

·         2 oz. BACARDĺ Superior Rum

·         1 oz. lime juice

·         12 mint leaves

·         2 tsp. extra fine sugar

·         1 oz. Club Soda

·         Splash of BACARDĺ Coconut Flavored Rum

Add the BACARDĺ Superior Rum, lime juice sugar and mint to a highball glass. Press mint with a bar spook to release oil. Add crushed ice, almost to top, and churn. Top with Club Soda and crown with a splash of BACARDĺ Coconut Flavored Rum.

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The Best Canned Drinks To Have This Memorial Day

As the city is opening up, this Memorial Day weekend may be one for the records. While you may want to make drinks at home, will be going the lazy route and have our cocktails pre-made and in a can. Which may be one of the biggest trends of the Summer, we’re recapping the best canned drinks to have this Memorial Day weekend. Drink up!

KYLA Sunbreak Series

KYLA Hard Kombucha Sunbreak Series represents the moment the sun breaks through the gray with refreshingly radiant flavors. Paying homage to the Pacific Northwest, Sunbreak offers a slightly higher ABV at 6.5% and flavors like Sunset Trio (Passion Fruit, Orange, and Guava), Lavender Lemonade, Pineapple Ginger Colada and Coconut Crush, and recently released Lychee Lemonade and Peach Tepache. (SRP: $4.99/single-serve 16 oz can).

Cocktail Squad Vodka Lemon Soda

 Cocktail Squad recently launched its new Classy Casuals zero sugar, lower ABV (5%) canned cocktail line, kicking off with Whiskey Ginger Soda and Vodka Lemon Soda. With 0g sugar, 0g carbs, 90 calories per can and no artificial sugar substitutes, these cocktails are certain to satisfy an anytime cocktail craving (https://cocktailsquad.com/classic-canned-cocktails/).

sipMARGS

Just in time for summer, sipMARGS has launched their new and exciting ready-to-drink sparkling margaritas! sipMARGS is a real, authentic margarita made with top-quality tequila, perfect for those who want fun without compromise. While it’s low calorie, low sugar, and low carbs; it’s also a bold, great-tasting margarita - making it the perfect go-to canned beverage for any occasion.  

The margaritas are now available in New York and New Jersey and will soon be available in Florida on June 1st. They come in four creative flavors, all with 5% ABV: Classic Sparkling Margarita, Sparkling Mango Margarita, Sparkling Coconut Margarita and Sparkling Mezcal Margarita. All four flavors are offered in 4-packs (SRP $11.99) and Variety 8-packs (SRP $19.99). 

BABE 100 Rosé

Real talk: we know people love the light refreshment and lower calories that seltzers offer, but some people just prefer the taste of wine. Enter, BABE 100. With the crisp and delicious taste of wine, 100 calories and 6.9% ABV, what’s not to love? Each can of BABE 100 is equal to one full glass of wine and is perfect to grab and go for any occasion. It’s made for everything from beach days spent with your whole crew to wine nights watching cheesy rom-coms with your best friend. Even better, BABE 100’s lavender can is easy on the eyes and sure to pop in those Insta stories.

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc

A fresh juicy winewith vibrant acidity and plenty of weight and length on the palate. KimCrawford Sauvignon Blanc is a pale yellow color with notes of passion fruit and guava, in addition to intense citrus notes of grapefruit, lemon, and a zesty concentration.

VOCO

a “better-for-you” RTD cocktail that combines real vodka blended with coconut water, soda water and natural fruit flavor. As a more mindful spirit offering, VOCO is also gluten-free, low ABV, and low in sugar. With only 5% ABV per can, it allows consumers to enjoy more in one sitting! This single serving canned cocktail comes in four delicious fruit flavors: Mango, Lime, Pineapple, and Passionfruit. SRP for a 4-pack of VOCO is $9.99.

Dashfire

Dashfire is a family owned bitters and cocktail company based out of Minnetonka, Minnesota. Their line of Ready-to-Drink Cocktails launched in July 2019; and features six high-proof, complex, ready-to-drink cocktails, based on some of the best classic cocktails out there. The cocktails feature base spirits that are combined Dashfire-made extracts and bitters. 

This ready-to-pour Manhattan Cocktail is made with Rye Whiskey, Cream Sherry & bitters, elevated with the addition of Black Mission Fig, Cascara Cherry, Vanilla and Rhubarb Root.

Fishers Island Lemonade

One of the original canned cocktails, Fishers Island Lemonade, or 'FIL', is a dual-spirits-based craft cocktail composed of premium vodka, whiskey, honey, and lemon coming in at 9% ABV. Last month, FIL launched four new flavors: Spiked Tea, Pink Flamingo, Fizz, and Frozen Spirit Pops, all of which use the cult-favorite original FIL recipe as a base.

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A Delicious Paradise With Boozy Ice Cream from Atlantis & Tipsy Scoop

Annabella Pardo

Is there anything truly more wonderful than sitting beachside in a tropical island with a super delicious refreshment on hand?

Atlantis Paradise Island, the world’s most remarkable resort destination located in The Bahamas, and Tipsy Scoop, New York City's liquor-infused ice cream experts. Atlantis and Tipsy Scoop have teamed up to create a Guava Lime Cocktail Ice Cream in time for summer! This limited-edition flavor features a coconut ice cream base infused with rum and guava, flavors deeply embedded in the culture and history of The Bahamas. Travelers will taste a piece of paradise when they enjoy the ice cream. 

It will be available at both Tipsy Scoop locations in NYC including Manhattan and Brooklyn from May 6th to May 27th, with free scoops being given out from May 6th to May 13th as well as one three-night trip to paradise to one lucky winner. Tipsy Scoop will begin accepting pre-orders on May 1st on their website, www.tipsyscoop.com, that can be shipped nationally for everyone in the U.S. to be able to enjoy.

For those who are ready to travel this summer, Atlantis Paradise Island is offering a fifth night free promotion available for reservations made until 6/28/2021 for travel until 8/13/2021. 

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Our Favorite Whiskeys To Drink On World Whiskey Day May 15th

World Whiskey Day, is May 15th and known to be one of the most versatile drinks 2nd to tea, no 2 whiskeys are a like. With options of being made from rye, wheat, corn, barley and more the options are endless. Not sure what to drink on World Whiskey Day? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered, try a varity to get the full experience and learn what kind of whiskey drink you are. Get the best out of your whiskey by getting these whiskey glasses for any occasion.

Nikka From The Barrel

Nikka From The Barrel is a Japanese whisky crafted by blending together more than 100 different batches of malt and grain whiskies. This expression was created to deliver full hints and richness of whisky "from the barrels" that only blenders can sniff and taste. After blending, the whisky is filled into used barrels and matured for three to six months. This "marriage" process harmonizes all components in the formula creating a mellow taste with a controlled ABV of 51.4%.

The iconic, square bottle reflects its concept "a small block of whisky" and embodies the intense and rich flavors of the whisky inside. Long after its launch, this bottle is still timeless and recognized for its ultimate simplicity. 

Middle West Spirits

 Middle West Spirits, the Columbus-based distillery crafts its award winning whiskeys from Ohio-grown grains grown and aged in Ohio-coopered barrels. The thirteen year old distillery has been refining its blend of innovation, originality and tradition, designing a few expansions, and distilling spirits for a number of notable brands available on the shelf. Only recently have they concentrated on Marketing efforts and ventured into Public Relations to share Ohio’s first micro distillery post prohibition with the masses now that they are available across the country.

The 4th generation master distiller, Ryan Lang, opened the 56th U.S. distillery in 2008. Debuting with OYO vodka, then Middle West introduced their Wheat Whiskey, followed by the Straight Bourbon. The dark pumpernickel rye was released October 2015 and the finished collection (Oloroso-finished Wheat Whiskey, Sherry-finished Bourbon) will find itself complete later this year with the release of the Ported Pumpernickel Rye. Single Barrel offerings, at both bottle and barrel proof, will also debut in fall 2021. The local favorite Bourbon Cream will roll out nationally in time for Holiday 2021! While we wait our go to is the  

Bourbon: Originally released in November 2012, Middle West Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey blends tradition with innovation, and practice with terroir to create an award-winning spirit indicative of the Ohio River Valley. Crafted with sweet yellow corn, soft red winter wheat, dark pumpernickel rye, and two-row barley to create a flavor that’s smooth, smoky, and softly sweet. 47.5% (95 proof) with an SRP of $46.99.

Ardbeg Uigeadail

Ardbeg Uigeadail ($80)

This award-winning whisky is the perfect gift for whisky-loving dad or granddad. Ardbeg Uigeadail is a peaty whisky is made with a mix of peated malts, yeast, local lake water, and then aged in both ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.

Tasting Notes: Full flavored and rich with a deep mouth-coating texture, the taste is an intriguing balance between sweet, spicy and deep smoky flavors.

Blackened

Born in cask, forged by sound; BLACKENED is a blend of Straight American Whiskeys, with notes of honey, apricot, cinnamon, allspice, clove, and mint. BLACKENED derives from an unlikely collaboration between two legendary craftsmen, Master Distiller Dave Pickerell and Metallica. The whiskey isn’t just inspired by the iconic band’s music, it is literally shaped by it. The team behind BLACKENED has taken the concept of sonic-enhancement and turned it into BLACK NOISE™, a patent-pending process that pummels Metallica’s own music to shape and envelop the flavor profile. To achieve this process, sound waves need to hit a particular frequency range to effect and intensify the molecular interaction. This - coincidentally - was the specific frequency that the majority of Metallica’s music was played in. Every batch of BLACKENED will come with an accompanying playlist curated by Metallica at. www.Blackenedwhiskey.com

HOCHSTADTER’S SLOW & LOW

Slow & Low Rock & Rye is a bottled and canned Rye Old-Fashioned. Straight rye whiskey, rock candy, raw honey, angostura bitters, and orange peel. 84 proof and extra dry (the equivalent of 1 sugar cube per 2 oz serve). Slow & Low is inspired by history, crafted with integrity, and ready to roll wherever you go. Launching Q1/2021, Slow & Low Coffee Old-Fashioned is a bottled and canned Coffee Old-Fashioned inspired by the classic New Orleans after-dinner drink, Cafe Brulot. Straight rye whiskey, Intelligentsia cold brew coffee, raw honey, demerara, angostura bitters, and orange peel. https://drinkslowandlow.com

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Celebrate National Cosmopolitan Day, The Drink Of The Summer

Tomorrow May 7th is Nationa Cosmpolitan Day, with the reboot of Sex and the City coming up and now know as Grub Street recently called the Cosmopolitan the drink of summer 2021. We wanted to make sure you know how to make the perfect Cosmopolitan

Citreon Cosmopolitan

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz. Ketel One Citroen® Flavored Vodka

• 0.75 oz. cranberry juice

• 0.75 oz. fresh lime juice

• 0.25 oz. simple syrup

Method

Combine ingredients in a mixing glass. Shake with ice and strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

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The Best Wineries in Central Coast CA Wine Country

Gabriella Pryor

With warmer months and the hope of larger gatherings on the forefront of how summer will play out, one thing that is for certain is that the wine season is around the corner. Whether on a road trip down the PCH, or interested in a weekend getaway, Pinot and Chardonnay lovers alike can come together on the central coast tasting hot spots, located between San Francisco and Los Angeles. 

DAOU 

Paso Robles, CA 10am-5pm Mon-Sun

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Offering Virtual Tastings amidst the pandemic, DAOU Vineyards additionally offers an extensive variety of tasting and bottle options for those looking for a winery with a built in estate. Separated by categories of Discovery, Expressions, Reserve and Estate, there is enough variety to go around to even find an option your average vino novice would enjoy. 

Chronic Cellars 

Paso Robles, CA ,10am-5pm Mon-Sun

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One of the first things members of Chronic Cellars have to comment on is their fine wine but also graphic flair. Eye catching labels are just one of the many aspects of Chronic Cellars that makes them a tucked away gem. Red variety is the most popular with this local cellar however offer a couple of sweet pours for those out seeking white or rosé. 

Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards

San Luis Obispo, CA, 12am-5pm Mon-Sun

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If the beach is your main priority when visiting this part of California, Kelsey is a quick five minute drive from some of the central coast’s most popular beaches and surf spots. Red and Golden Delicious stand out to locals along with the barrel, coastal homey feel of the tasting area. Always coming up with different variations of wine flavor complexes, Kelsey is worth stopping by. 

Tobin James Cellars

Paso Robles, CA, 10am-6pm Mon-Sun

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Sophisticated outside tasting is perfectly matched with knowledgeable pourers having a surplus red, white and dessert wine variety. Located in the North of San Luis Obispo County, long-standing Tobin James and their radiating sun trademark makes the spot notable enough for it to be too hard to walk out without a bottle. 

Chamisal

San Luis Obispo, CA, 10am-5pm Thurs-Sun

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Tucked away in the outskirts of San Luis Obispo, Chamisal’s tasting room has a classy upscale view with a strong sense of where the wine is really coming from. Tables featuring placemats with printed outlined glasses pair easily with keeping track of what wine you just sipped. Stunning views that don’t disappoint the further the tasting proceeds, is just one highlight of this rosé favorited vineyard. 

Justin Winery

Paso Robles, CA , 10am-3pm Mon-Sun

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Most commercialized of those on this list, Justin is one that can’t be missed if you’re looking for an Instagrammable landscape and tasty pairings to go with. Multiple tasting rooms offer options for regular members wanting to switch up their tasting atmosphere. Wine Club options include 6-12 bottles for those who can't get enough of Justin, but live outside of the Central Coast.

Halter Ranch

Paso Robles, CA, 10am-5pm Thurs-Sun

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One most memorable at Halter Ranch can be their large wooden table taking up the stunning tasting room, but another is that each type of wine is suburb. Aesthetically pleasing branding and photo opportunities offer a nice balance for the country and upscale vibes all around.

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Where New Yorkers Are Dining In Miami

Annabella Pardo

It is no surprise, many New Yorkers have switched their jackets and snow boots for bathing suits and sandals in recent months. With their wardrobe, New Yorkers are also bringing down one key essential of their upscale cultured lifestyle, the cuisine. Miami has been a hotspot opening for many New York famed restaurants and much like the South Florida heat, they are burning up. Take a look at some of Miami's most coveted and exclusive reservations. 

Mila

Mila restaurant is the absolute hottest dinner reservation in town, their "MediterrAsian" cuisine and ambiance is on fire. We do mean that quite literally, their grilled branzino is flambeed table side as you gaze your eyes towards the enchanting fire dance performance.

Mila, 1636 Meridian Ave

Tryst Faena

A 5-star hotel, wine served in a romantic cabaret, and an outstanding performance; what a glorious evening at Tryst, Faena Hotel. Tryst– A Lovers’ Rendezvous combines burlesque, riveting cirque nouveau, and spell-binding music into a night of provocative sensations. Starring award-wining Kat Cunning, Tryst will delicately entice the mind with stories of explicit escapades from a bewitching mistress’s past, present, and future loves.

Faena, 3201 Collins Ave

Red Rooster

Out of all the New Yorkers that have brought their food excellency down to Miami, acclaimed chef Marcus Samuelsson is one of the greatest. Red Rooster serves comfort food celebrating the roots of American cuisine and the diverse culinary traditions of the neighborhood.

Red Rooster Overtown, 920 NW 2nd Ave

Carbone

3 Words: Spicy Rigatoni Vodka. This exquisite, month tangling, heavenly pasta dish will have you living la dolce vita. From the executive chefs which placed Carbone New York on the map, it's brand new Miami location is quite certainly living up to its esteemed and delicious reputation. Travel back in time as we sip our Italian wine to the musical stylings of Frank Sinatra.

Carbone, 45 Collins Ave

Amara At Paraiso

Sit waterfront as the sun sets and glistens, at the très chic Amara at Paraiso. Their fresh, bold Latin American cuisine is a reflection of Miami's rich flavorful history.

New Yorker tip, their extraordinary wine list is 50% off on Mondays!

Amara at Paraiso, 3101 NE 7th Ave

La Mar

Savoring international cuisine is currently the best and safest form of travel. Celebrating one of the world’s most eclectic culinary cultures, La Mar brings a true taste of Peru to Miami. Offering a unique gastronomic experience, and marvelous views, it'll be a night to remember.

La Mar, 500 Brickell Key Drive

Cote

New Yorkers and Miami natives have a love for international plates, it's then no surprise for COTE, the Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse to recently unveil in Design District. COTE is a unique and convivial atmosphere and we are delighted to have more delicious Korean cuisine.

Cote Miami, 3900 NE 2nd Ave

1990 Group

After a plentiful dinner, it's time to dance the night away. The 1990 Group from New York, has found it was best to bring their talents to South Beach! Opening up their first luxe nightclub in Miami Beach, the 1990 Group is bringing the heat back into the sunshine city.

You can also catch their interview and others from the hospitality industry, inside Alana Udwin's newest book, the Business of Partying.

1990 Group, 1669 Collins Ave

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Friendly To The Earth, Wines To Drink This Earth Day

With Earth Day approaching, we’re reminded how critical it is to protect our environment and fight the effects of climate change, especially during a year that already challenged us in many ways and brought cause for reflection. This year April 22nd will mark the 51st Anniversary of Earth Day, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with wines that’s easy on the planet. Be kind to the Earth and celebrate Earth Day with these wines.

Bonterra 2020 Sauvignon Blanc

The lively Bonterra 2020 Sauvignon Blanc is layered with aromas of grapefruit, and an exotic thread of kumquat, mango and passionfruit, and a palate that is equally as mouthwatering and complex. Best served with a chill, this wine is delectable on its own or tantalizingly paired with bianca pizzas, seasonal vegetables or light spring fare. (SRP $14)

This Grilled Pizza Bianca with Radicchio is anything but your typical New York slice – but that’s the appeal as it brings together refreshingly light and creamy flavors of mozzarella, ricotta and the crisp bite of radicchio. Although restaurants have been reopening around the country, you likely have garnered new culinary skills throughout the pandemic that they can continue flaunt when they, once again, can entertain a crowd.  

Sonoma Cutrer Rose of Pinot Noir 2020

2020 Rose’ of Pinot Noir is a beautiful and delicate example of why Russian RiverValley Pinot Noir makes a wonderful rose’. The beautiful, light salmon color of the wine catches the light in the glass and opens up with aromas of blueberry, pink grapefruit,cantaloupe and a light hint of rose petal. A crisp, refreshing mouthfeel accentuates the fresh fruit flavors of citrus, strawberry and blood orange. The wine finishes long and tangy.It is the perfect warm weather wine to enjoy all summer long.

Meiomi Pinot Noir

This beautiful Pinot Noir carries aromas of tobacco, dark red fruits and fresh berries. The rich cherry flavor is complemented by notes of cedar, raspberry and strawberry. Enjoy with turkey, salmon or beef dishes.

Meiomi is donating $100,000 to the National Forest Foundation, to support the ongoing efforts behind wildfire prevention in CA! $75K of the brand’s donation will be put towards the National Forest Foundation’s Southern California Forest Fund to restore the health and vitality of Southern California’s National Forests – the Cleveland, San Bernardino, Los Padres, and Angeles National Forests. The remaining $25K will plant 25,000 trees on California’s Sierra National Forest—a project that will support replanting and canopy restoration as part of the organization’s 50 Million For Our Forests campaign. With California being home to the brand, Meiomi is dedicated to maximizing efforts to help its local community and wine industry recover, rebuild and reemerge stronger from the devastation of these wildfires.

L'Impostino Viandante

This is a Montecucco Riserva made from 100% Sangiovese grapes in the area of Montecucco, between the Brunello and Morellino di Scansano appellations. On the nose, fruity notes dominate, ranging from cherry, raspberry to blackberry and blackcurrant. Spicy notes of tobacco, leather and cacao emerge also emerge, due to the long ageing process. Tannins are ripe and well balanced. This classic, pure expression of Sangiovese impresses with its elegance, minerality, and its long, persistent finish.

Coen Wines Coen Classic Malbec 2019

Coen is a New World Winery with an Old-World influence. Acclaimed Italian winemaker Attilio Pagli brings his expertise to Mendoza as head winemaker for Coen Wines. Attilio, along with fellow winemaker Ana Musso, has created a lineup of three wines now available under the Coen label, all Malbec but with a unique style highlighting Attilio’s influence. Made with organic grapes and sourced from high-elevation vineyards in the Uco Valley, the wine is an intense violet red color, with intriguing aromas of cherry, blackberry and spicy black pepper. Deep flavors match the aromas creating an elegant Malbec with a persistent palate.

Manuel Cantalapiedra Majuelo La Otea 2017

Manuel Cantalapiedra Majuelo La Otea 2017 is a perfect spring wine from Spain - which actually the most acreage of organic vineyards worldwide. Sam Stoppelmoor (Wine Director at Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels, a prominent NYC wine bar) adds "This fresh and lively white from Rueda is 100% Verdejo and really shows the depth and texture that Spanish white wines are capable of." This bottles comes from 150 year old vines, is certified organic and uses native yeasts for fermentation.

Avaline Red

Avaline Red is a brand-new, clean and vegan-friendly wine by Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power. This light to medium-bodied red offers bright red fruit and delicate aromas that are balanced by the perfect touch of spice. The French blend is free of unnecessary extras like sugars, colors, and concentrates, and for full transparency, nutritional information is directly included on the bottle’s label.

Sonoma Coast 2019 Chardonnay

This vintage of Sonoma Coast is a beautiful pale, medium straw color. As you pour, you are greeted with stone fruit aromas of white peach and nectarine along with scents of juicy melon combining with oak spice hints of vanilla, toasted nuts, light caramel and subtle notes of cinnamon. The creamy richness of this wine boasts flavors of ripe pear and peach that give it an elegant, beautiful balance that is seamless from start to finish. Our V’19 Sonoma Coast is mouth filling with lots of finesse that leads to a lush finish. The balanced vibrant acidity and long barrel spice finish round out a nice length of flavor.

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