This weekend’s Super Bowl doesn’t have to end in four hours of bloated agony from the unthinkable amount of beer you consumed. A wide variety of wines can pair perfectly with Sunday’s wings, subs, chips & dips, and won’t leave you feeling like you’ll need to be put on bed rest for the next week. […]
December 24th is not only Christmas Eve, but also National Eggnog Day. On a fateful day in 1826, US Military Soldiers smuggled inexpensive whiskey into the barracks to make Eggnog for Christmas Day—an event now known as the Eggnog Riot. Originally crafted in Europe centuries ago, Eggnog eventually made its way to America and into […]
Brendan Dorr, B&O American Brasserie – Baltimore, MD Inspiration: Whiskey is a popular spirit in Baltimore right now, and this expression of Cruzan Rum pairs perfectly with Knob Creek’s Rye Bourbon, which adds a delicious spicy finish. The flavor profile of this cocktail is balanced with a heavily sugared rim, which is a signature characteristic […]
Cheryl Gibbs, Capt. Foxheart’s Bad News Bar & Spirit Lodge – Houston, TX Inspiration: This cocktail is a nod Houston’s long history as port town. The city’s ship channel is one of the most used in the United States and the French rooted name references the country (France) that exported herbs and spices like the […]
Mike Treffehn, The Franklin Mortgage and Investment Co. – Philadelphia, PA Inspiration: This drink is inspired by long, hot Philadelphia summer nights. Whether sitting on rooftop decks or in concrete backyards, it’s about enjoying drinks with friends until the sun dips into the dark sky and you sit down to a delicious, hearty meal. The […]
Nick Detrich, Cane and Table – New Orleans, LA Inspiration: The Cruzan® Natchez Cocktail is inspired by the Rum Ramsey, a truly New Orleans drink. Combining a spirituous sipper format, anise aromatics, and a touch of New Orleans’ Peychaud’s Bitters, the Natchez Cocktail embodies the types of drams sipped along the crescent river. Signature Cocktail […]
Jeremy Jones, Thirty 7 North – Virginia Beach, VA Inspiration: The Cruzan Blackberry Smash is a twist on the traditional smash cocktail with a few extra layers of Virginia flavor. Hot Virginia summers and the blackberries that are bountiful throughout the state this time of year inspire it. Combined with fresh lemon and lime, this is the perfect cocktail to cool […]
Stefan Huebner, Heist Brewery – Charlotte, NC Inspiration: This cocktail is a twist on a Cable Car cocktail, but here in Charlotte we have a trolley system to get around the uptown area. The Cruzan Rum gives this cocktail the oomph that is needed to stand up with the fruit juices and the Blue Curaçao. The Blue Curaçao adds a touch […]
Wine is delicious. How’s that for the understatement of the year? Many people avoid ordering and or buying the yummy libation because there’s way too many kinds and you never know what tastes amazing or what tastes like sour fruit. Oh and let’s not forget one of the main reasons–you may think it costs too […]
What’s a Halloween party without creepy cocktails? Why bore your guests with the same old tried and true plain old punch. Take up your Halloween soiree a notch with these hauntingly delicious drinks that are sure to get your costumed guests in a party mood. The Creepy Crawler 2 ounces of SKYY Infusions Blood Orange […]
Whether its champagne, wine or beer, all alcohol is not created equal. While many women enjoy delving in to the world of wine tastings and martini culture, learning about the complexities of beer culture is often left to men. Beer can be as exquisite a compliment to meals as any good glass of wine. We […]
