The 6th New York Rum Festival & Congress successfully held their two-day event this Saturday, June 10th at the Metropolitan Pavilion, and Monday, June 12th at the Astor Learning Centre. The New York Rum Festival kicked off a week-long schedule of spirits events in the city with around 150 rums available for tasting on-site from more than 35+ vendors.
Through the rain and the wind, hundreds of New Yorkers braved the elements to attend The Village Voice’s 3rd Annual Holiday Spirits Cocktail Cruise on Thursday, November 19. The event took was held on the well-appointed Hornblower Infinity Cruise Ship. A little bad weather was no deterrent for the lively crowd. Attendees enjoyed three levels of entertainment. Three decks, with a live salsa band on the top deck in the Rums of Puerto Rico Lounge and below heads bopped and toes tapped to the party long DJ set by Tim Martell.
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.
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Are you ready for some football?!?! How about some cocktails?!?! OK, why not both? We’ve searched high and low for some manly and girl friendly cocktails for you rowdy football fans to mix up as the Patriots take on the Seahawks! Even if you’re just tuning in to watch Katy Perry’s halftime show or catch some funny Super Bowl commercials, we have something for everyone. Our carefully thought out selections pairs perfectly with traditional Super Bowl party foods! Punch and Chips? We got it. Wings and Margaritas? We got it. Check out our list for Super Cocktails for Super Bowl Sunday:
Let’s get started with Ciroc, the vodka is gluten free, low in calories, and has natural sugars.
The Kickoff
The Manhattan Cocktail classic is an annual treat for all drinkers, bartenders and purveyors of fine spirits. This 2 day convention is one of the most coveted events of the year. The price of a ticket gets you access to seminars, exclusive booths and a growing supply of recipes to tantalize your taste buds. We visited this fab event nearly 2 weeks ago and enjoyed ourselves immensely; now that we have just about recovered it’s a great time to share some of our favorite finds from the event.
If you’re looking to spice up your Valentine’s Day, then look no further! We have complied some delicious V-Day cocktails that we guarantee will impress your spouse and friends. Some of our options included, Malibu Rum Sparkler, Kahlua, Caliche Rum, and more.
Cali Kiss
Who doesn’t love a good cocktail? The drink is so popular that there is a day named after it. Today is that day, National Rum Day! But before you grab that cocktails, Santa Teresa “1796” Rum shares with us tips for how to enjoy this special day.
Looking for a Santa Teresa “1796” Rum cocktails? Try these:
No Regrets by Miguel Olmedo of Aretsky Patroon
2 oz “Santa Teresa 1796” Rum
1 oz Aperol
½ oz Punt e Mes
1 dash Orange Bitters
Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir. Strain into a coupe glass.
If you’re looking for something a little different check out Caliche Rum, the hot new premium white rum from Rande Gerber, and sixth-generation rum maker, Roberto Serralles, whose legendary family has been producing rum in Puerto Rico for nearly 150 years. Unlike most white rums on the market, Caliche is made from a blend of four different aged rums – yet is still crystal clear and bursting with flavor.
If you’re in New York check out these top restaurants and lounges for your first Caliche rum experience. You won’t be disappointed.
If you’re looking to entertain guests at home you can always mix it up at your own person bar by trying these cocktails from Caliche Brand Ambassador, Esteban Ordonez:
Cali Daiquiri
2 oz Caliche Rum
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
¾ oz Agave Nectar
1 Fresh Strawberry
Garnish: Strawberry
In a shaker, combine all ingredients, then lightly muddle the strawberry. Shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into an ice filled rocks glass and garnish with strawberry
Cali Mojito
oz Caliche Rum
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
¾ oz Agave Nectar
8 Mint Leaves
Crushed Ice on Top
Garnish: Mint Sprig
In a rocks glass, combine all ingredients, then lightly muddle mint leaves. Top with crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig.
Cali Queen Bee
2 oz Caliche Rum
3/4 Fresh Lemon Juice
3/4 Honey Syrup
Garnish: Lemon Peel
Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice, shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into cocktail glass and garnish with lemon peel.
Cheers! Always Remember to Drink Responsibly!