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Wines & Spirits
Josh Sauvignon Blanc
Flavor Profile: Josh Sauvignon Blanc is a bright and vibrant white wine known for its refreshing and crisp characteristics. It typically features flavors of citrus, green apple, melon, and hints of tropical fruit. This Sauvignon Blanc is well-balanced with zesty acidity, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a lively and aromatic wine.
Cocktail Recipe: Sauvignon Blanc Spritz
- 4 oz Josh Sauvignon Blanc
- 2 oz club soda or sparkling water
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- Squeeze of fresh lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Lime wheel and a sprig of fresh basil for garnish
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice cubes. Pour in the Josh Sauvignon Blanc, club soda (or sparkling water), and elderflower liqueur. Squeeze in some fresh lime juice and gently stir to combine. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh basil. Enjoy!
Food Pairings: Josh Sauvignon Blanc pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, particularly those that are light and vibrant like grilled shrimp or scallops with a citrus marinade, fresh salads with ingredients like arugula, grapefruit, and goat cheese, Thai or Vietnamese cuisine with its bright and spicy flavors.
Barefoot Chardonnay
Flavor Profile: Barefoot Chardonnay is a delightful and approachable white wine known for its bright and refreshing characteristics. It typically exhibits flavors of green apple, pear, citrus, and a subtle hint of vanilla. This Chardonnay is unoaked, which allows its fruit-forward and crisp nature to shine through, making it a versatile and enjoyable wine.
Cocktail Recipe: Chardonnay Spritzer
- 4 oz Barefoot Chardonnay
- 2 oz club soda or sparkling water
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur (optional)
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice and a sprig of mint for garnish
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice cubes. Pour in the Barefoot Chardonnay, club soda (or sparkling water), and elderflower liqueur if using. Squeeze in some fresh lemon juice and gently stir to combine. Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint. Enjoy!
Food Pairings: Barefoot Chardonnay pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, especially those that are light and fresh like grilled chicken or turkey breast with lemon and herbs, seafood dishes like shrimp scampi or baked tilapia, creamy pasta dishes such as fettuccine Alfredo.
El Jimador Tequila Añejo
Flavor Profile: El Jimador Tequila Añejo is a premium aged tequila with a rich and complex flavor profile. It features notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and a subtle hint of spice. The aging process in oak barrels imparts a smooth and mellow character to this tequila.
Cocktail Recipe: Añejo Old Fashioned
- 2 oz El Jimador Tequila Añejo
- 1/4 oz agave nectar (or simple syrup)
- Dash of Angostura bitters
- Orange peel
- Luxardo cherry (optional)
Instructions: In a mixing glass, combine the tequila, agave nectar (or simple syrup), and bitters. Fill the glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube. Express the oils from a strip of orange peel over the drink and garnish with a Luxardo cherry if desired.
Food Pairings: El Jimador Tequila Añejo pairs wonderfully with Mexican cuisine, grilled meats, and rich, savory dishes like mole. It also complements aged cheeses and dark chocolate desserts.
Noël Charcoal-Filtered Vodka
Flavor Profile: Noël Charcoal-filtered Vodka is a clean and exceptionally smooth vodka. It’s distilled and filtered through charcoal, resulting in a neutral flavor profile with a touch of sweetness and a silky mouthfeel.
Cocktail Recipe: Classic Vodka Martini
- 2 oz Noël Charcoal-filtered Vodka
- 1/2 oz dry vermouth
- Lemon twist or olive for garnish
Instructions: Fill a mixing glass with ice and add the vodka and dry vermouth. Stir well until thoroughly chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist or an olive.
Food Pairings: Noël Charcoal-filtered Vodka is a versatile spirit that pairs nicely with a wide range of appetizers and dishes: Fresh oysters or shrimp cocktail with a citrusy cocktail sauce, sushi and sashimi with soy sauce and wasabi, light and refreshing salads with vinaigrette dressing, creamy pasta dishes like fettuccine Alfredo or vodka sauce pasta, caviar or smoked salmon on blinis with sour cream and chives.
Baileys Irish Cream
Flavor Profile: Baileys Irish Cream is a lusciously creamy and rich liqueur with flavors of Irish whiskey, smooth vanilla, and hints of chocolate.
Cocktail Recipe: Baileys Espresso Martini
- 1.5 oz Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso
- 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
- Garnish: coffee beans or cocoa powder
Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients, and shake well. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with coffee beans or a dusting of cocoa powder.
Food Pairings: Baileys pairs wonderfully with desserts like chocolate brownies, tiramisu, and Irish cream cheesecake. It also complements a cheese platter with fruits and nuts.
Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey
Flavor Profile: Tullamore Dew is a smooth and balanced Irish whiskey with notes of caramel, honey, toasted oak, and a subtle hint of fruit.
Cocktail Recipe: Irish Whiskey Sour
- 2 oz Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Garnish: lemon wheel and cherry
Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients, and shake well. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a cherry.
Food Pairings: Irish whiskey pairs well with hearty dishes such as beef stew, lamb chops, and Irish soda bread. It also complements sharp cheeses like cheddar and aged gouda.
Franzia White Zinfandel
Flavor Profile: Franzia White Zinfandel is a refreshing and fruity rosé wine with flavors of ripe strawberries, watermelon, and a hint of citrus.
Cocktail Recipe: Zin Fizz
- 5 oz Franzia White Zinfandel
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz soda water
- Splash of cranberry juice
- Garnish: fresh strawberries
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice, add the wine, vodka, and cranberry juice. Stir gently, then top with soda water. Garnish with fresh strawberries.
Food Pairings: White Zinfandel is a great match for light and fresh dishes such as grilled chicken salad, seafood ceviche, and summer fruit platters.
Citadelle Gin
Flavor Profile: Citadelle Gin is a smooth and aromatic gin with juniper forward flavors, complemented by floral and herbal notes.
Cocktail Recipe: Citadelle Gin & Tonic
- 2 oz Citadelle Gin
- 4 oz tonic water
- Squeeze of fresh lime juice
- Garnish: lime wedge and fresh basil
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice, pour in the gin, and top with tonic water. Squeeze in the lime juice and stir gently. Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh basil.
Food Pairings: The herbal and floral notes of Citadelle Gin go well with light and fresh dishes like grilled shrimp skewers, cucumber salad, and bruschetta.
Grey Goose Vodka
Flavor Profile: Grey Goose Vodka is a smooth and clean vodka with subtle sweetness and a hint of citrus.
Cocktail Recipe: Grey Goose Cosmopolitan
- 1.5 oz Grey Goose Vodka
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1/2 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- Garnish: lime twist
Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients, and shake well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime twist.
Food Pairings: Grey Goose Vodka pairs nicely with appetizers like smoked salmon canapes, shrimp cocktail, and vodka-infused pasta dishes.
Les Petits Fers
Flavor Profile: Les Petits Fers is a medium-bodied red wine with notes of red berries, cherry, and a touch of spice.
Cocktail Recipe: Red Wine Spritzer
- 4 oz Les Petits Fers wine
- 2 oz soda water
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- Garnish: orange slice and mint sprig
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice, pour in the wine and orange liqueur, then top with soda water. Stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice and a sprig of mint.
Food Pairings: This wine complements a variety of dishes, including grilled chicken with roasted vegetables, mushroom risotto, and tomato-based pasta sauces.
Zeta Vino de Garnacha
Flavor Profile: Zeta Vino de Garnacha is a full-bodied Spanish red wine with bold flavors of dark berries, plum, and a hint of black pepper.
Cocktail Recipe: Garnacha Sangria
- 4 oz Zeta Vino de Garnacha
- 1 oz brandy
- 2 oz orange juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Sliced fruits (oranges, apples, berries)
- Soda water (optional, for topping)
Instructions: In a pitcher, combine the wine, brandy, orange juice, and simple syrup. Add sliced fruits and stir. Refrigerate for at least an hour. Serve over ice, and top with soda water if desired.
Food Pairings: Zeta Garnacha pairs well with Spanish tapas such as chorizo, patatas bravas, and Manchego cheese. It also complements grilled meats like lamb chops or steak.
Testa Rossa Pinot Noir
Flavor Profile: Testa Rossa Pinot Noir is a light to medium-bodied red wine with flavors of red cherry, raspberry, and subtle earthy undertones.
Cocktail Recipe: Pinot Noir Spritzer
- 4 oz Testa Rossa Pinot Noir
- 2 oz ginger ale
- 1/2 oz cranberry juice
- Garnish: fresh cranberries and a rosemary sprig
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice, pour in the wine, ginger ale, and cranberry juice. Stir gently. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Food Pairings: Pinot Noir pairs well with dishes like grilled salmon, roasted chicken, and mushroom risotto. It also goes nicely with a charcuterie board featuring various cured meats and cheeses.
Empress Indigo Gin
Flavor Profile: Empress Indigo Gin is a unique gin that changes color from its natural indigo hue to pink when mixed with citrus or tonic. It features notes of juniper, rose petals, and citrus.
Cocktail Recipe: Empress Gin & Tonic
- 2 oz Empress Indigo Gin
- 4 oz tonic water
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Garnish: lemon twist and edible flowers
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice, pour in the gin, and top with tonic water. Squeeze in the lemon juice and stir gently. Garnish with a lemon twist and edible flowers.
Food Pairings: The floral and citrus notes of Empress Gin pair well with light and fresh dishes like grilled shrimp salad, lemon herb chicken, and citrus-infused desserts.
Milagro Tequila Anejo
Flavor Profile: Milagro Tequila Anejo is a smooth and aged tequila with flavors of caramel, vanilla, oak, and a hint of agave sweetness.
Cocktail Recipe: Anejo Old Fashioned
- 2 oz Milagro Tequila Anejo
- 1/4 oz agave nectar (or simple syrup)
- Dash of bitters
- Garnish: orange peel and maraschino cherry
Instructions: In a mixing glass, combine the tequila, agave nectar, and bitters. Fill the glass with ice and stir until chilled. Strain into an old-fashioned glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel and a maraschino cherry.
Food Pairings: Milagro Anejo Tequila pairs well with Mexican dishes like carne asada tacos, chicken enchiladas, and spicy molé sauce.
Hibiki Japanese Whiskey
Flavor Profile: Hibiki Japanese Whiskey is a harmonious blend of malt and grain whiskies with delicate flavors of honey, floral notes, and a touch of oak.
Cocktail Recipe: Hibiki Highball
- 2 oz Hibiki Japanese Whiskey
- 4 oz sparkling water
- Garnish: lemon twist or cherry
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice, pour in the whiskey, and top with sparkling water. Stir gently. Garnish with a lemon twist or a cherry.
Food Pairings: Hibiki Japanese Whiskey complements Japanese cuisine like sushi, sashimi, and tempura. It also pairs well with grilled seafood and light, citrusy salads.
Patron Silver Tequila
Flavor Profile: Patron Silver Tequila is a smooth and clear tequila with notes of agave, citrus, and hints of black pepper.
Cocktail Recipe: Patron Margarita
- 2 oz Patron Silver Tequila
- 1 oz triple sec
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar (or simple syrup)
- Garnish: lime wedge and salt rim
Instructions: Rim a rocks glass with salt (optional) and fill it with ice. In a shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and agave nectar. Shake well, then strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Food Pairings: Patron Silver Tequila pairs wonderfully with Mexican dishes like guacamole, ceviche, and carne asada. It also goes well with spicy foods and citrus-infused desserts like key lime pie.
Tesoro Della Regina Chianti Classico
Flavor Profile: Tesoro Della Regina Chianti Classico is a classic Italian red wine with flavors of ripe red berries, cherry, herbs, and a touch of earthiness.
Cocktail Recipe: Chianti Spritz
- 4 oz Tesoro Della Regina Chianti Classico
- 2 oz soda water
- 1 oz Aperol or Campari
- Garnish: orange slice and fresh rosemary sprig
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice, pour in the Chianti and Aperol/Campari, then top with soda water. Stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice and a rosemary sprig.
Food Pairings: Chianti Classico pairs well with Italian dishes like pasta with tomato-based sauces, grilled meats, and aged cheeses like Parmesan.
Vineyard Block Estate 125 Cabernet Sauvignon
Flavor Profile: Vineyard Block Estate 125 Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold red wine with robust flavors of dark fruits, black currant, oak, and a hint of spice.
Cocktail Recipe: Cabernet Sour
- 2 oz Vineyard Block Estate 125 Cabernet Sauvignon
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Dash of Angostura bitters
- Garnish: lemon twist and cherry
Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add the Cabernet Sauvignon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters. Shake well, then strain into a rocks glass with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist and a cherry.
Food Pairings: This Cabernet Sauvignon complements hearty dishes like grilled steak, roasted lamb, and rich mushroom risotto.
Hennessy Very Special Cognac
Flavor Profile: Hennessy Very Special Cognac is a smooth and well-balanced cognac with flavors of toasted oak, vanilla, dried fruits, and a touch of spice.
Cocktail Recipe: Classic Sidecar
- 2 oz Hennessy Very Special Cognac
- 3/4 oz triple sec
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- Garnish: orange twist
Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add the cognac, triple sec, and lemon juice. Shake well, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with an orange twist.
Food Pairings: Hennessy Cognac pairs well with rich and savory appetizers like foie gras, smoked salmon, and aged cheeses.
Stella Rosa Black
Flavor Profile: Stella Rosa Black is a sweet red wine with flavors of ripe blackberries, plum, and a hint of floral notes.
Cocktail Recipe: Berry Bliss Spritzer
- 4 oz Stella Rosa Black
- 2 oz lemon-lime soda
- Mixed berries (blackberries, blueberries)
- Garnish: mint sprig
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice, pour in the Stella Rosa Black and lemon-lime soda. Add mixed berries and gently stir. Garnish with a mint sprig.
Food Pairings: Stella Rosa Black pairs well with desserts like chocolate-covered strawberries, berry tarts, and fruit sorbets.
14 Hands Hot to Trot Smooth Red Blend
Flavor Profile: 14 Hands Hot to Trot Smooth Red Blend is a velvety red wine with flavors of red and dark fruits, vanilla, and a touch of spice.
Cocktail Recipe: Red Blend Sangria
- 4 oz 14 Hands Hot to Trot Smooth Red Blend
- 1 oz brandy
- 2 oz orange juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Sliced oranges, apples, and berries
- Soda water (optional, for topping)
Instructions: In a pitcher, combine the red blend, brandy, orange juice, and simple syrup. Add sliced fruits and stir. Refrigerate for at least an hour. Serve over ice and top with soda water if desired.
Food Pairings: This red blend complements grilled meats, barbecue dishes, and hearty stews.
Lucas & Lewellen Chardonnay
Flavor Profile: Lucas & Lewellen Chardonnay is a medium to full-bodied white wine with flavors of tropical fruits, apple, buttery notes, and a touch of oak.
Cocktail Recipe: Chardonnay Spritzer
- 4 oz Lucas & Lewellen Chardonnay
- 2 oz club soda
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Garnish: lemon twist and sprig of thyme
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice, pour in the Chardonnay and club soda. Squeeze in the lemon juice and gently stir. Garnish with a lemon twist and a sprig of thyme.
Food Pairings: Chardonnay pairs well with creamy pasta dishes, roasted chicken, and dishes with butter-based sauces.
Angels Ink Pinot Noir
Flavor Profile: Angels Ink Pinot Noir is a delicate red wine with flavors of red cherry, raspberry, subtle earthiness, and a hint of spice.
Cocktail Recipe: Pinot Noir Punch
- 4 oz Angels Ink Pinot Noir
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- Garnish: lemon twist and fresh berries
Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add the Pinot Noir, cranberry juice, elderflower liqueur, and lemon juice. Shake well, then strain into a wine glass with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist and fresh berries.
Food Pairings: Angels Ink Pinot Noir goes well with dishes like roasted salmon, duck breast, and mushroom-based dishes.
Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon
Flavor Profile: Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich and robust red wine with concentrated flavors of blackberries, dark cherries, plum, and hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla from oak aging. It has a velvety texture and well-integrated tannins.
Cocktail Recipe: Cabernet Manhattan
- 2 oz Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon
- 1 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1/2 oz sweet vermouth
- Dash of aromatic bitters
- Garnish: brandied cherry or orange twist
Instructions: In a mixing glass, combine the Cabernet Sauvignon, bourbon or rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters. Fill the glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a brandied cherry or an orange twist.
Food Pairings: Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon pairs wonderfully with hearty and savory dishes like grilled steak, beef tenderloin, lamb chops, rich and flavorful pastas, aged cheeses, and dark chocolate desserts.
Bar Accessories
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