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Getting Acquainted with Macallan Rare Cask

by xoJohn November 5, 2015

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Residing in Speyside, The Macallan has been considered as an acclaimed distillery of Scotland since 1884. Combining the multi-cultural influences of leading whiskey countries such as Spain and North America, The Macallan bottles, one of the finest traditional whiskey through its detailed and skilled processes. To date, The Macallan has admittedly accounted for as a renowned pioneer of the traditional Scotch whiskey, and with the introduction of its latest Rare Cask; The Macallan has indeed surpassed all its previous milestones and success.

November 5, 2015 0 comment

Ditch The California Merlot for California Rhônes

by Anbessa Tiwoni, Sommelier October 28, 2015

written by Anbessa Tiwoni, Sommelier 1 minutes read

Wine is precarious. There are times when I have bought a $14 bottle of wine that tasted better than a $56 bottle. Some grape varietals prove more giving at the inexpensive price levels. Merlot- especially from California, however, is not so forgiving. There’s a trend in America, an unspoken law of the land that for occasional wine drinkers Merlot is easy to drink, and always available. Any bar or restaurant here in New York City that has only a limited selection of wine, has Merlot, usually from California.

October 28, 2015 0 comment

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Cocktails and Small Plates at Monarch Rooftop Lounge

by Desha Winborne October 22, 2015

written by Desha Winborne 1 minutes read

Location: 71 W 35th St, New York, NY 10018

Cuisine: Cocktails and small plates

Best Dish: The flatbread was absolutely delicious. The dollop of marscapone was a sweet surprise and paired well with the light balsamic drizzle and prosciutto.

Overall: Monarch is an impressive space and an ideal venue for a first date. The cozy seating, soft lighting and relaxed atmosphere will melt away the first date jitters easily. The space is also great for entertaining out of town guests, the view coupled with the decor will leave your visitors speechless.

October 22, 2015 0 comment

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21 Spooky Halloween Cocktails

by xoJohn October 14, 2015

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Halloween is a few weeks away! We’ve complied a list of our favorite spooky Halloween inspired cocktails for you to indulge in. We have everything from Rum to tequila.

As you begin to carve your pumpkins and break out your heavy sweaters, Kahlúa, the rum and coffee liqueur and Malibu, the original coconut liqueur and Caribbean rum blend want to ensure you are well prepared to enjoy the change in season with fall flavor favorites Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice and Malibu Black, Red and Spiced.

October 14, 2015 0 comment

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Mohegan Sun BrewFest 2015

by Desha Winborne October 13, 2015

written by Desha Winborne 1 minutes read

Mohegan Sun BrewFest was back in action for another spectacular year. The yearly event attracts beer lovers from all over the tri-state area and exposes them to a wide assortment of brews. This year over 100 different beers were represented and guests spent the weekend sampling the mall 2 oz at a time with signature Brewfest mini pilsner glasses. The weekend of fun began with a trivia night on Friday, two tasting sessions on Saturday and a fabulous brunch on Sunday.

October 13, 2015 0 comment

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Introducing Keurig KOLD

by xoJohn September 29, 2015

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

The Keurig KOLD system is finally here and it’s what we all have been waiting for. Keurig KOLD is the first beverage system that allows consumers to freshly make cold sparkling and still beverages at home at the push of a button, including beloved favorites from The Coca-Cola Company and Dr. Pepper Snapple Group. For the first time, consumers will be able to actually make a Coca-Cola or a Dr. Pepper on their kitchen counter. The Keurig KOLD system encourages choice and discovery, including new and exciting exclusive beverage brands from categories including craft and fountain-style sodas, zero- and low-calorie flavored seltzers and waters, sports hydration drinks, iced teas and – coming soon – cocktail mixers. We are looking forward to that!

September 29, 2015 0 comment

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Stella Artois NOVA Launch

by xoJohn September 14, 2015

written by xoJohn 2 minutes read

Stella Artois NOVA is finally here. If you haven’t heard, it’s a stylish and design-driven innovation in draught beer. Stella Artois NOVA is an all-in-one, refrigerating countertop draught unit, created by Stella Artois in partnership with acclaimed industrial designer Marc Thorpe.

“Stella Artois has set the bar for the highest standards in beer production with a heritage that dates back hundreds of years. Over those years, the brand has built a culture around its identity reflecting timeless beauty, innovation, artistry, refined craftsmanship and a commitment to quality,” said Marc Thorpe. “The vision of this project was to design a best in class draught experience to be shared at bars and restaurants that did not previously have this capability. Stella Artois NOVA brings a new draught experience that celebrates the essence of this culture by bringing the standards, technology and rituals of Stella Artois to life.”

September 14, 2015 0 comment

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Happy Hour x Hornitos Tequila

by xoJohn September 8, 2015

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

This post is sponsored by Hornitos® Tequila

Happy Hour is a good ole tradition where folks hit up their favorite restaurant, bar, stadium, or state/county fair, for affordable alcoholic drinks, such as beer, wine, and cocktails. Sometimes free or discounted Hors d’oeuvres are offered as well. I personally love a good Friday afternoon Happy Hour, especially if my friends get out of work early for Summer Fridays. Since summer is winding down, I wanted to grab onto what’s left of it. During summer and Happy Hour, I often go for refreshing cocktails, nothing too strong or overbearing, because it’s too darn hot in New York City for any strong alcoholic beverages. During my recent vacation in Aruba, I fell in love with coconut water all over again. Imagine lounging on the white sandy beaches of Aruba and a hotel staffer hands you a fresh coconut with a straw in it. So good! To capture that moment, I wanted to create a delicious drink with coconut water and tequila, to make the ultimate Happy Hour cocktail. This cocktail had to be enjoyable enough for me and my friends to keep our minds off the cool fall weather that’s about to hit us on the east coast.

September 8, 2015 1 comment

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