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On November 2, 1758, Don Josรฉ Antonio de Cuervo obtained a plot of land in the region of Tequila where the Jose Cuervo distillery, La Rojeรฑa, still stands today. At that time, locals mostly drank Vino de Mezcal, an agave wine distillate that was widely popular in the region.ย But it was Jose Cuervo who introduced Spanish distillation methods, producing the first ever agave spiritโour modern day Tequila.
50 years later, the Jose Cuervo family obtained the first license to sell and distribute Tequila (hence the 1798 date on the bottles).ย Since then, itโs been the most recognizable name in the Tequila business.
Ten generations later, Jose Cuervo is still a family-owned and operated company, one of the last few in Mexico, with Juan Domingo Beckman at the helm of this legendary Tequila empire.
Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia – Introduced in 1995 to celebrate the 200-year anniversary as the world’s leading producer of tequila. Each bottle is handmade, numbered, dated and sealed in wax. This tequila has a mellow flavor and combines floral, agave, vanilla and Cognac-like flavors.
Jose Cuervo Tradicional Reposado – This medium body tequila had hints of spicy cinnamon which came out in the body, much like I’ve experienced in a blanco. I would recommend this tequila for those margaritas with a kick.
Jose Cuervo Platino – This ultra premium concoction will probably be my new go to tequila! I thoroughly enjoy it’s smoothness. My recommendation would be to drink chilled straight with some light garnish or maybe some muddled botanicals.
Jose Cuervo Tradicional Silver – Already launched and available in a handful of test markets, this 100% agave offering will be available nationally this spring. The newest addition to the Jose Cuervo Tradicional line of products, of which Reposado, a โrestedโ tequila, is currently the best-selling in Mexico, Tradicional Silver is reminiscent of the original Tequila created more than 200 years ago by Don Jose Antonio de Cuervo and is an ode to the rich history and heritage that is Jose Cuervo.
Visit cuervo.com for more information
VODKA
Have you ever heard of Nude Vodka? We sure didn’t until recently; I had the opportunity to sample Nude Vodka at a recent open bar event and I was hooked. After doing some research I discovered Nude Vodka is a American born brand that is hip, refreshing, smooth tasting, ultra premium Vodka perfectly suited for the more sensitive pallet of the new Vodka drinker. On the rocks, in a Martini, mixed with a splash of pomegranate, NUDE is the Vodka for a new generation. Besides loving the fun and flirty name, I loveย that this product is 100% Gluten Free!
My drink of choice:
NUDE Mojito
*1 ยฝ oz NUDE Vodka
*5 mint leaves
*1 Fresh lime
*1 oz simple syrup
Muddle the mint and simple syrup in the bottom of a Collins glass. Fill with crushed ice. Add NUDE Vodka… Squeeze some of the lime juice (save lime for garnish). Top with soda water. Stir to mix. Garnish with mint sprig or lime wheel.. Serve immediately.
My NUDE Acai
*1 ยฝ oz. NUDE Vodka
*ยฝ oz. Acai Puree
*1 ยฝ oz. Champagne
*About 10 blueberries
*Splash of simple syrup
Acai Sorbet (optional,ย and not necessary, just diff. option) Use Boston Shaker. Start off with muddling the blueberries, simple syrup, and Puree. Add ice and vodka, shake well. Pour Champagne into chilled martini glass and then strain the contents of the shaker over the champagne. You can garnish with blueberries if youโd like.ย Or place a small amount of Acai Sorbet floating on top.
For more info visit nudespirits.com and follow the most popular vodka company on twitter @nudevodka09
EFFEN Vodka is a smooth and balanced super-premium vodka named after the Dutch word for โsmooth.โ As the only vodka created by the industry, for the industry, EFFEN Vodka not only offers a world-class liquid but a sleek, form-meets-function design. Made from premium wheat and using a patented distillation process, the EFFEN product line includes EFFEN Vodka, EFFEN Black Cherry Vodka and EFFENRaspberry Vodka.
EFFEN was the official vodka during the most recent Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center. In between shows I sampled their signature cocktails which I would highly recommend for holidays.
EFFEN HAUTINI
*2 Parts Effen Vodka
*5 Raspberries
*ยผ Part Ginger Spice (Ground Ginger)
*1 Part Fresh Lime Juice
*1 Part Simple Syrup
*ยผย Part Cranberry Juice
MUDDLE RASPBERRIES WITH GINGER AND LIME JUICE. ADD REMAINING INGREDIENTS AND SHAKE WELL WITH ICE. STRAIN INTO CHILLED COCKTAIL GLASS. GARNISH WITH FRESH RASPBERRY, SKEWERED.
EFFEN PICTURE PERFECT
*2 Part of Effen Black Cherry Vodka
*8 Mint Leaves
*1 Part Simple Syrup
*1 Part Fresh Lime Juice
*ยฝ Part Champagne Float
MUDDLE MINT WITH SIMPLE SYRUP AND FRESH LIME JUICE IN MIXING GLASS. ADD EFFEN BLACK CHERRY VODKA AND ICE. SHAKE WELL AND STRAIN INTO CHILLED COCKTAIL GLASS. FLOAT CHAMPAGNE AND GARNISH WITH A MINT LEAF.
John Simon Daily most recently introduced you to the world’s FIRST interactive vodka, so of course we would recommend Medea Vodka for New Years! Check out our article to read more about this innovative vodka.
BEER
If beer is your drink of choice, you should try the Guinness Foreign Extra Stout; the fullest in flavor of the GUINNESS brand variants. Deep brown in appearance, GUINNESS Foreign Extra Stout is carbonated unlike the nitrogenated GUINNESS Draught with which most Americans are familiar. GUINNESS Foreign Extra Stout has an initial effervescent impact leading to a dry finish and a full bodied palate of roast character. It is produced using four basic ingredients: grain, water, hops and yeast. Yeast from each brew is transferred on to the next, so the original yeastโs descendants are still in the GUINNESS Foreign Extra Stout we drink today.
Smithwick’s Ale, my favorite amongst the beers I sampled at a recent event is Ireland’s number one ale. The taste is far from malty and goes perfectly with pizza, chicken, and seafood dishes.
Visit Guinness.com for more information or these brands and more.
CHAMPAGNE
Ring in the New Year with some good ole bubbly! Moรซt et Chandon (established in 1743) is one of the world’s largest champagne producers and a prominent champagne house.
Martini & Rossi Asti – A fruity sparkling wine made from the finest ‘Moscato Bianco’ grapes grown in the heart of the prestigious Italian D.O.C.G. area.
Well there you have it! If you try some of our recommendations, be sure to let us know how much you enjoyed them here or on our twitter account @JohnSimonJSD. CHEERS AND ALWAYS REMEMBER TO DRINK RESPONSIBLY!
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@parvodka as soon as I get my bottle *wink wink*
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