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June 2021

Snoop Dogg Celebrates World Gin Day

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The King of Gin N Juice, Snoop Dogg & son Cordell Celebrate World Gin Day with his very own INDOGGO® Gin inside the INDOGGO® Cabanas featured image

The Dogg Father himself celebrated World Gin Day in style with his own INDOGGO Gin on the rooftop at the Highlight Room in Hollywood, CA.

Snoop Dogg Sippin’ on Some INDOGGO® Gin ‘N Juice on World Gin Day

Snoop Dogg Sippin’ on Some INDOGGO® Gin ‘N Juice on World Gin Day

Snoop’s son, Cordell Broadus, and Terrence J hosted the celebration with a curated pairing lunch for the crew to enjoy alongside their INDOGGO Long Beach Lemonade’s, The INDOGGO Remix and the classic INDOGGO Gin N Juice. The three cocktails were served alongside pasta primavera and shrimp tacos.

Terrence J Shows Off a Bottle of his Favorite Gin, INDOGGO® as he Celebrates World Gin Day at for an Exclusive INDOGGO® takeover at the Highlight Room

Terrence J Shows Off a Bottle of his Favorite Gin, INDOGGO® as he Celebrates World Gin Day at for an Exclusive INDOGGO® takeover at the Highlight Room

The rounds of gin & juice cocktails flowed freely across the rooftop decked out in INDOGGO bottles, swag, and decorations. Naturally, a DJ was on hand to spin Snoop’s greatest hits including the cult classic “Gin N Juice” which played several times throughout the night turning the entire space into a karaoke session. Snoop Dogg took pictures with all the guests before grabbing some INDOGGO to go.

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8 Martinis for National Martini Day

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National Martini Day falls on Saturday, June 19. What better way to celebrate the holiday and weekend than with a Martini or two?

We have rounded up eight of our favorite Martinis — some classic and others with a twist. Whether celebrating with a virtual happy hour or having an outdoor gathering, one of these Martinis will help bring the fun. Hopefully, one of these cocktails will introduce you to new and exciting flavors.

For all the Martini lovers out there, try making one of these this National Martini Day.

Hazelnut Espresso Martini

Hazelnut Espresso Martini

Hazelnut Espresso Martini

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 oz. pH Hazelnut Syrup
  • 1 1/3 oz. Vodka
  • 1/2 oz. Kahlua
  • 1 oz. Cold Brew Concentrate or Espresso

Preparation: Mix all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake, shake, shake. Strain into your favorite glass. Garnish with three coffee beans or finely grated dark chocolate. Enjoy!


Another Round

Another Round

Another Round

Ingredients:

  • 1 3/4 oz. Belvedere
  • 1/2 Acquafava
  • 3/4 Rose Syrup
  • 1/2 Lemon Juice
  • 2 Sprays of Rose Water

Preparation: Serve up in Martini glass with Pansy.


Emerald City

Emerald City

Emerald City

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz. Reisetbauer Blue Gin
  • 3/4 oz. Cyril Zangs ’00’ Apple Eau de Vie
  • 1/2 oz. Quintinye Blanc Vermouth
  • 1/2 oz. Absentroux
  • 1 dash Celery Bitters
  • 1 dash Absinthe
  • 1/2 oz. Water

Method: Pre-batched pour

Garnish: Pickled Apple Fan


Umami Martini

Umami Martini

Umami Martini

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. iichiko Saiten
  • 1/2 oz. Bianco Vermouth
  • 2 Dashes Orange Bitters
  • Lemon Peel

Preparation: Mix all ingredients into a Martini glass. Stir, then express and garnish with lemon peel.


Clover Club

Clover Club

Clover Club

Ingredients:

  • 50 ml Bombay Bramble
  • 25 ml Freshly Pressed Lemon Juice
  • 20 ml Sugar Syrup (2:1 ratio)
  • 1/2 Egg White (circa 20ml –can use fresh or pasteurized egg whites)
  • Lemon Thumb

Preparation: Shake (hard) and strain.


Gunpowder Martini

Gunpowder Martini

Gunpowder Martini

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
  • 1/2 oz. Boissiere Dry Vermouth
  • 2 dashes of Grapefruit Bitters
  • 1 bar spoon of Gunpowder Tea

Preparation: Add the Drumshanbo Gin, Boissiere Vermouth, bitters, and gunpowder tea to a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with fresh lemon zest.


Broken Martini

Broken Martini

Broken Martini

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz. Broken Shed Vodka
  • Splash of Olive Brine
  • Garnish: Three Olives on a toothpick

Preparation: Add Broken Shed Vodka and a splash of olive brine to a shaker with ice. Shake, stir and strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with three olives on a toothpick.


Partida Anejo Cristalino Martini

Partida Anejo Cristalino Martini

Partida Anejo Cristalino Martini

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Partida Añejo Cristalino
  • 3/4 oz. Sweet White Vermouth ¾ oz
  • 1/4 oz. Lemon Juice
  • 2 dashes Orange Bitters

Preparation: Shake all ingredients in a shaker and double strain over a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

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Upgrade Your Next Drink With These Mixers and Ingredients

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As life incrementally gets back to normal, it’s time to let loose and enjoy our new Roarin’ 20s with some of the best libations we can muster.

And everyone knows that aside from the booze, no good cocktail isn’t complete without some quality accompaniments. From top shelf mixers to incredible ingredients, here are some of the best cocktail co-stars on the market.

Montgomery Distillery Bloody Mary Mixer

Based in the picturesque community of Misuola, Montana, Montgomery Distillery is a mom and pop operation known for its outstanding spirits and inventive bar. It’s all the brainchild of Ryan Montgomery, a farmer’s son who brings a passionate spin to his craft. It’s a passion that also shows up in its unique line of mixers, including a Bloody Mary mix which spares no expense by using homemade Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce, along with other locally-sourced ingredients. The result will blow every brunch spot Bloodys you’ve tried out of the water. (Limited availability, check website for details.)

https://www.montgomerydistillery.com


SaltiereOne

In addition to the tequila and lime, no good margarita is worth its salt without, well, salt! Any amatuer knows that regular old table salt just won’t cut it, which is where a top-notch sea salt comes in. Say hello to SaltiereOne, a company that harvests sea salt by hand from the waters of Duxbury Bay in Massachusetts. Available in flavored varieties (including blends timed to the seasons) and even a three-pound tub, its lip smacking caliber will make you forget all about the regular old supermarket stuff.

https://salterieone.com

SaltiereOne Salt

SaltiereOne Salt


Koita Milk

From an Irish Coffee to Mudslides and Martinis, milk is one ingredient you shouldn’t skimp on. Forget about the dairy kind (isn’t everyone staying away from the real stuff these days?), Koita’s speciality is a range of plant-based milk products that boast all of the taste and none of the discomfort. A product of Italy, the company’s coconut, almond, oat, soy and rice milks all offer the perfect balance of delectable creaminess and perfect flavor, tailor made for whatever you’re whipping up. Cheers to that.

https://www.koita.com/us-en

Koita Milk

Koita Milk


vnlla Extract Co.

If you thought vanilla extract was just for baking, think again. Frequently used in boozy summertime-friendly shakes, as well as Eggnog and Old Fashioned variations, a dash of the right vanilla can elevate an otherwise bland drink. Luckily, vnlla Extra Co is here with a bold and flavorful vanilla fit for the job. Concocted using Madagascar vanilla beans and proudly sustainable, the company is known for both its classic extract as well as ones with a hint of lemon, orange and spice.

https://vnllaextractco.com

vnlla Extract Co. lineup

vnlla Extract Co.


Morris Kitchen

When time is of the essence and one needs an impressive cocktail with few ingredients at the ready, Morris Kitchen is here to help. The company is known for their line of mixers and syrups perfect for when there’s a last minute guest to impress with unique flavors ranging from Grapefruit Honey to Pineapple Lime. The latter a tropical treat which also features delectable coconut water. Aside from booze, the only other thing you’ll be hankering for is a paper umbrella.

https://www.morriskitchen.com

Morris Kitchen Mixers

Morris Kitchen Mixers


Endangered Species Chocolate

A quality chocolate shaving on top of a passionately-crafted cocktail demands a quality chocolate. Cue Endangered Species Chocolate which has built its company around responsibly sourced ingredients and a promise to never add ‘mysterious’ sweeteners or additives. The result is a fresh, vibrant chocolate: perfect for a shave on top or a blend inside. Now that’s sweet.

https://www.chocolatebar.com

Endangered Species Chocolate

Endangered Species Chocolate


W&P

Known for their wide-range of products (bowls, mugs, glasses and straws among them), W&P Design also hawks a series of cocktail syrups to fill any sort of container with. Sold in both 8oz and 1oz sizes, their syrups including ones for a mean Moscow Mule or an outstanding Old Fashioned make for the perfect fridge stand-by whether for a weekday craving or a weekend celebration.

https://wandpdesign.com

W&P Craft Cocktail Syrups

W&P Craft Cocktail Syrups

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Terlato Vineyards and SGWS Donate $40,000 Honoring Tony Terlato

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Anthony Terlato has had a tremendous impact on American’s drinking habits, along with wine and food appreciations.

In 1979, Tony released a new white wine to American palates — Pinot Grigio. For more than 60 years, his career spanned, and he was regarded as “The Father of Pinot Grigio.” In June 2020, when Tony passed away, the Terlato family continued his mission of producing, importing, and marketing fine wines and giving back to their industry. To recognize his efforts, they have announced the Terlato Legacy Program: 1st Annual Anthony Terlato Tribute.

In partnership with premier beverage distributor Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the Terlato Vineyards Legacy Program challenged the top-selling luxury Pinot Grigio from Friuli to give back to a charity in honor of Tony. Out of the 15 markets that competed to deliver the best performance, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits of Illinois won.

Terlato Vineyard Donates to Restaurant Relief

Terlato Vineyard Donates to Restaurant Relief

Their efforts resulted in a $40,000 donation to the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Restaurant Employee Relied Fun. Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits and Teralto Vineyard will both contribute $20,000 to support this important cause.

CEO, Bill Terlato traveled to the Northeast of Italy in 2012, specifically Colli Orientali del Friuli. He created the next chapter for their family in 2014 when he released Terlato Vineyard Estate grown and bottled Pinot Grigio.

“Our partnership with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is a source of great pride, and our father would be thrilled by what we’ve accomplished together. It is only fitting that the Illinois sales team earned this victory. Many on the team worked with our family for years and we are pleased that the best performance was in our backyard to honor his legacy. We are thrilled that IRAEF Restaurant Employee Relief Fund is the beneficiary of the donation as the restaurant community was near and dear to dad’s heart.”
– CEO Bill Terlato

COVID-19 has deeply affected the restaurant industry. This donation to the non-profit will assist the colleagues in the industry and help to move forward during tough times.

Executive VP and General Manager of Southern added, “Our entire SGWS Family is honored to win this national contest designed to recognize the outstanding legacy of Tony Terlato. We were able to win thanks to our team’s passion for this brand and also thanks to our partners at Choose Chicago, with whom we recently partnered on Chicago Restaurant Week.

This partnership expanded our ability to share Terlato wines with hundreds of participating restaurants and thousands of food and wine enthusiasts. Being able to donate $40,000 to the IRAEF Restaurant Employee Relief Fund is a remarkable tribute, one that we are confident Tony would be proud of, knowing how passionate he and the entire Terlato family is for the hospitality community here in Chicago and across the country.”

Humbled by the generous contribution from Terlato and Southern, President and CEO of Illinois Restaurant Association concluded with, “Since last summer, we have actively raised funds for the IRAEF Restaurant Employee Relief Fund, which provides one-time, $500 cash grants to industry workers facing an unforeseen financial crisis as a result of the pandemic. This remarkable gift will truly make a difference in the lives of others and will allow us to reach a milestone of disbursing more than $300,000 this spring.”

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3 Cocktails To Make While Shopping For Father’s Day

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Still stumped on what to get dad this Father’s Day? Chilled has you covered with our Father’s Day gift guide

Some dads appreciate a good scotch, some love a classic gin and tonic, others kick back with a cosmo. Regardless of what your father figure likes in their glass, we’ve got the best suggestions on what bottles to gift this Father’s Day.

Mix yourself up a cocktail and head over to our Father’s Day Gift Guide to check out our top suggestions.

Hatozaki Finest Japanese Whisky World Traveler Old Fashioned

Japanese Old Fashioned

Japanese Old Fashioned

Created and Photographed by @gastronomcocktails

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz. Hatozaki Whisky
  • 1/4 oz. Amontillado Sherry
  • 1/4 oz. Cinnamon Syrup
  • 4 dash Molasses Bitters

Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir to chill, strain into.


Cardenal Old Fashioned

Cardenal Old Fashioned

Cardenal Old Fashioned

Ingredients: 

  • 2 oz. Cardenal Mendoza
  • 1/2 oz. Cardenal Mendoza Angelus
  • 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
  • 2 Dashes Bitters

Preparation: Stir well and pour over ice. Garnish with an orange slice and 2 cocktail cherries. Enjoy!


Mamont Vodka Lemon Lavander Collins

Lavender Collins

Lavender Collins

Created and Photographed by @gastronomcocktails

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz. Mamont Vodka
  • 1 oz. Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 oz. Lavender Simple Syrup

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Encouraging Responsible Drinking Behind The Bar With Responsibility.org

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Responsible alcohol consumption always starts with the individual, but bartenders can use their role to help individuals make better decisions.

Chilled teamed up with Responsibility.org and the Chilled 100 to help share some tips and tricks for encouraging responsible drinking.

For the last 30 years, Responsibility.org has been working to help educate the country about the dangers of underage drinking, drunk driving, and irresponsible consumption of alcohol. In that time, the numbers of drunk driving deaths and underage drinking have plummeted. The organization has not only worked with law enforcement to make the consequences of drunk driving more serious, but more importantly they have made huge strides in alcohol education. Ensuring teens, parents, and individuals are educated has been critical; since 1982 there has been a 48% decrease in drunk driving deaths and a 66% decrease in 8th Grade Lifetime Consumption of Alcohol.

Bar image by Drew Beamer

Friends having a cheers

When it comes to behind the bar, the organization has worked on several campaigns with bartenders over the years. Most bartenders will be familiar with their “We Don’t Serve Teens” campaign and their Responsibility #StartsWithMe initiative. This summer, they’ll be launching a “Safe Night” program to give bartenders and bar owners even more tools.

While we’re waiting for the launch of the new program, we caught up with two Chilled 100 Bartenders in Los Angeles and Las Vegas to hear their tips for helping cut drinkers off.

“There are so many little cheat ways to cut people off,” notes Steviee Hughes of seventy7 lounge in Los Angeles.

“But I prefer to slowly tone them down before they get to the point of completely having to be cut off. One is the simple keep handing the water. If you ask if they want it, they say no. But if you put it in front of them, they drink it. Lately I’ve also been using the option of giving people some low abv cocktails or even NA ones. Some of my cocktails on my menu it’s easy for me to switch an item but it still taste the same.”

Steviee notes that making sure they eat something always helps, “Since I’m in a place that has food sometimes, I’ll order someone like say our truffle fries and just say it’s a free comp. But you do have those moments where you have to flat out cut someone off and usually it ends in them being asked to leave. I try to find a sober friend in a group and explain to them their friend has had one to many and for now needs to take a break.”

Bar image by Drew Beamer

Friends having a cheers

When you’re in a destination city like Las Vegas, you can appeal to your guests FOMO when trying to decrease their drinking. “I spent almost 18 years working on the Las Vegas strip at various properties,” shared Rebecca Anhert.

“I would tell guests to pace themselves and give them a bottle of water. Further explaining the clubs are open until 3AM and the pool parties start at 10AM, with wine dinners and cocktails at the tables in between; it’s better to enjoy your entire weekend rather than miss out because you are passed out or hung over. Most people were gracious and respected that advice. If you tell them you are looking out for their best interests, I’ve found people are very receptive.”

The need for improved alcohol and substance safety is more apparent than ever. Despite travel being restricted, preliminary data shows a 7% increase in traffic deaths in 2020 due to a number of factors including impaired driving. This increase was the largest in the last 13 years. In response, Responsibility.org has begun advocating for the passage of the Multiple Substance Impaired Driving Prevention Act in collaboration with the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS).

Chris R. Swonger, President and CEO of both DISCUS and Responsibility.org, shared, “The risk of crashes increases exponentially when drivers are impaired from multiple substances, and this issue is only now starting to be acknowledged and addressed as it continues to be a growing problem for states. The process of identifying, prosecuting, and treating these high-risk offenders requires specialized training, better data collection and new technologies and countermeasures. We are confident this bill will help states build a foundation for addressing this ongoing problem.”

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Chillin’ With Mimi G

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Chillin’ With Mimi G feat

Life dealt Mimi G a difficult hand. She endured abuse as a child, was a teen runaway, a homeless teenage mother, and a domestic violence survivor.

Yet, all these hurdles did was fuel a fire in her soul that would settle for nothing but prosperity. The loophole that turned the tides in her life was her ability to recreate runway designs through sewing. It is the reason she was able to garner millions of online subscribers and appear on national television several times.

Mimi harnessed the power of YouTube & social media to communicate the value of her trade. As her blog began to draw attention, her viewers were enthused by her charismatic approach to sewing. In a field where sewing could seem archaic, she was truly making it exciting.

At the height of the COVID pandemic, Mimi G released a tutorial on how to sew a face mask. In just one day the video received more than 2 million views. In addition, she has also expanded to her burgeoning empire by co-founding Melanated Fabrics, a brainchild of Mimi G. Collaborator Brittany J. and Mimi promote the need for greater representation of women of color and provide top quality fabrics.

Chillin’ With Mimi G

Chillin’ With Mimi G

Mimi G’s life is a truly inspirational rags-to-riches story. She is known by her fans for sewing hip and accessible clothing through her online sewing school SewItAcademy.com, the only wallet-friendly online sewing and design school focused on teaching anyone at their individual pace. Her videos on DIY sewing, self-empowerment, and lifestyle have propelled Mimi G from blogger to internet sensation. Chilled sat with Mimi to learn about her casual life, how she’s handled quarantine, drinking preferences, and more.

Sew it student

Sew it student

Tell us about the projects you are working on. 

I am currently working on new development and licensing deals and expanding my brand awareness.

With your busy schedule, what do you like to do with your downtime?

Well, I use to spend my downtime sewing, but I recently have gotten into shoemaking and I am obsessed. I have made three pairs of shoes so far, including a custom pair of Jordan 1’s. 

When you go out to eat, where do you like to dine? 

There are so many places! But my current favorite is the 1910 Public House in Lilburn GA.

Sew it student

Sew it student

What types of dishes do you typically order? 

Pasta, pasta, pasta. I also love a great steak and mashed potatoes.

Any favorite bars?

I could not say, I don’t like the bar scene. I always prefer a restaurant with a good drink menu and a chill environment.

What drinks do you order when out? 

Usually something with bourbon and citrus. Or a good glass of Riesling.

Melanated Fabrics

Melanated Fabrics

Favorite drink?

I think my favorite drink is The Smoked Pineapple, it is a combination of rum, pineapple juice, jalapeño chili, and fresh lime.

Do you prepare drinks at home?

My husband makes a good old fashioned and usually adds some sort of citrus in it for me. He is usually the one who makes the drinks at home, I usually just grab my bottle of wine.

Tell us about your home bar. What is it stocked with?

Currently, we have a lot of wine, both red and white. We have some bullet bourbon on the shelf and some D’usse.

Mimi G Jessica Dress

Mimi G Jessica Dress

Have you ever been a bartender?

No, I have never worked as a bartender, but I bet I would have been a good one.

If you could share a drink with anyone, who would it be?

I think I would like to share a drink with Michelle Obama or Jesus, lol.

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A Short History Of Fremont Street Bars

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In ranking order of buzziest streets in Vegas, following the Strip is Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas (DTLV).

Home to the oldest hotels and casinos in Sin City, Fremont Street is famous for the giant LED canopy that stretches almost 1,500 feet over the blocked off boulevard. Groups of street performers, painters, and vendors fill the walkway nightly, adding an eccentricity greater than the Strip. Open container laws allow boozers to bop from one bar to the next, filling up on drink culture.

Below is a “crafted” timeline of Fremont Street’s booming bar scene – from existing to recent drinking establishments – displaying the drink movement through American time.

1952

Atomic Liquors

Here we have the city’s oldest free-standing bar, originally built in 1945 (as Virginia’s Cafe). Reopened in 1952, Atomic Liquors was named for the time when customers watched hydrogen bomb testings from the roof – that is before the U.S. government urged citizens to prepare to survive an atomic bomb throughout the ever-escalating arms race with the Soviet Union. Anyway, the crowd included the Smothers Brothers after their nightly shows and Barbra Streisand who had her very own seat at the bar.

Sour beers are a specialty, but consider this one of the best bars to go when a beer is needed. General Manager and Certified Cicerone® Rose Signor is responsible for the rotating taps, pouring more than 500 independent craft brews since doors opened decades ago.

The burgeoning craft beer scene in Las Vegas led the team to launch Atomic City Brews in 2016 – a festival program with a mission “to expose Las Vegans to a variety of great beer not readily available in the city,” by showcasing nation brewers on Fremont Street.


1973

Hugo’s Cellar

Hard to find in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, Hugo’s Cellar occupies the underneath of the 55-year-old Four Queens Hotel and Casino with its brick-lined walls and deep, comfortable booths. Boasting romanticism, ladies are greeted with a long-stemmed rose before guided through exceptional menu options, including a lengthy list of over 400 wines. On-site sommeliers even use a “tastevin” (a small saucer) to taste test each bottle of wine before serving.

Hugo’s Cellar is a throwback to a time in Las Vegas when table-side service was par for the course (i.e. mobile salad cart prepared to toss). Let’s just say that is more rare than a flatiron steak. Best part is, the menu has not changed much since its 1973 opening as Hugo’s Rotisserie.


2007

Downtown Cocktail Room

Along “Art Alley” (off Fremont Street) hides Downtown Cocktail Room (DCR), a stylish, speakeasy-esque lounge pouring inventive cocktails while pumping eclectic DJ-spun sounds – e.g. this is a place where drinks are not just poured, but perfectly crafted.

A colonizer of the cocktail scene, DCR still remains the ruling cocktail bar – since 2007 – with 55 (and counting) seasonal menus of hand-crafted creations. Sure, the drinks list is comprehensive and it can be damn hard to decide… Just know that the worst thing that could happen is passing on one of the witty and mouth watering “Originals,” such as Third Eye Spy, a charming coupe filled with pea flower-infused pisco, bittersweet vermouth, Salers Gentiane Aperitif Liqueur, and EVOO, for a vodka soda.


2012

Commonwealth

In 2012, Commonwealth happened. Ryan Doherty, founder of Corner Bar Management (CBM) combined compelling art, edgy entertainment, progressive design, imaginative cocktails and innovative cuisine within a 6,000-square-foot space on Fremont Street.

The pre-Prohibition-inspired cocktail bar evokes a worn, antiquated ambiance with central crystal chandeliers to illuminate the encircling art and modern industrial architecture. A rooftop bar provides a DJ booth and dance floor framed by tables for lounging and absorbing 360-degree views of DTLV, in addition to boozy libations.

Commonwealth Shot Trio

Commonwealth Shot Trio

The cocktails are made with classic and progressive methods and ingredients. This season’s menu of signatures highlights Willy Wonka’s Hangover with apple brandy, mezcal, fresh lemon juice, ginger, habanero, and egg white.

Commonwealth is also home to The Laundry Room, an internationally acclaimed cocktail den. Doherty crafted every detail of the bar – from curating the art (of cocktails) to shaping a lineup of DJs and live music.

Commonwealth

Commonwealth


2013

Bar Prohibition!

It was Repeal Day (December 5) 2013 when Golden Gate Hotel & Casino fittingly renamed the original casino bar, Bar Prohibition! to celebrate 80 years since Prohibition. For 115 years, the hotel casino has seen every era of Las Vegas come and go.

Throughout its time, this original Golden Gate bar has operated under many guises: a Wild West watering hole on the last frontier, a place for the women of the roaring 20s to let loose, and a hangout frequented by Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin during the early 60s Rat Pack era.

Folks can feel what it was like to rub shoulders with the stars when sipping one of the bar’s well-balanced cocktails like Vegas Vickie, built with Casa Noble Reposado, Cointreau, Domaine de Canton, grapefruit and lime juices.


2019

Whiskey Licker Up Saloon

First, look up then, “liquor up.” Above the Fremont Street Experience sits Whiskey Licker Up Saloon at the southwest corner of Binion’s, one of Downtown’s iconic casinos established in 1951. The saloon showcases an open-air, rotating bar within floor-to-ceiling retractable windows, bringing the excitement of the Experience straight to you. Only 25 guests can wrap the bar – stragglers can straddle the mechanical bull. There is nothing ordinary about the drinks here (but you can expect a lot of sour mix).

Whiskey Licker Up Saloon

Whiskey Licker Up Saloon


2020

Legacy Club at Circa

DTLV has been partying since 1906, and so, Legacy Club continues the legacy (60 floors up) that spans more than a century, even surviving a pandemic.

The swanky lounge atop Circa, the city’s first adults-only casino, houses a row of custom metal busts of prominent pioneers and legends – Benny Binion, Barron Hilton, Howard Hughes… who made Las Vegas the entertainment destination it is today.

Striking pano-views of Las Vegas are perfectly paired with skillful cocktails like Desert Sunset, dressed in The Botanist Gin, Cointreau, lemon juice, white peach puree, and Prosecco; and namesake Legacy Club, combining Absolut Elyx, Ramazzotti Rosato, fresh lemon juice, prickly pear syrup, and frothy egg white. Lounging options range from plush couches, gas fire pits and banquettes on the stunning terrace, to soft stools at the centerpiece bar backed by a near display of 1,000 ounces in gold, but really.

Regardless of the seat, a peerless cityscape is promised per sip and beat of the “electro-swing” music at show-stopping Legacy Club.

Legacy Club at Circa

Legacy Club at Circa

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Sagamore Spirit Cocktail Showdown Competition

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In case you haven’t heard, Sagamore Spirit is hosting the Cocktail Showdown Competition.

Sagamore Spirit challenged West, Central, and East regional bartenders to create the country’s best rye-whiskey cocktail. Each regional competition is held virtually and streamed live over multiple digital platforms.

Trinh Quan Huy-Philip, Brian Chambliss, and Max Wingert from the Central Regional are competing for a chance to win a $500 cash trip to the finals in Maryland. On June 16, the three bartenders will compete in a virtual live show to move onto the final round. This will be streaming on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Sagamore Spirit Cocktail Showdown Live Event

One winner from each region will be chosen to compete at the Sagamore Spirit Distillery in Baltimore, Maryland on, September 28. Troy Del Grosso from Las Vegas is the West Regional winner.

For the East Regional bartenders, there is still time to enter. The call for entries opens on June 23 and will close on July 21. If you want to prove you can make the best rye-whiskey cocktail and compete against Troy and one of the three winners above, enter now.

Sagamore Spirit Whiskey Cocktail

Sagamore Spirit Whiskey Cocktail

This is the second annual Sagamore Spirit Cocktail Showdown. The regional winners will each receive a $500 cash prize and a two-night stay at the Sagamore Pendry Hotel in Baltimore. Following state and local guidelines for in-person gatherings, Sagamore Spirit will host the finals in front of a live audience and will broadcast it as well.

The cocktails will be judged on their presentation, taste, and originality. Each cocktail entered must be made with Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye Whiskey to be considered. The overall winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize.

 

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Ask a Bartender: Mixing Tips & Tricks

By | Mixology News

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For first-time bartenders or those looking for tips and tricks, you’ve come to the right place.

We asked bartenders across the country for their top ticks and tips for improving their mixing skills. As with everything, there is always room for improvement. Whether you are looking to learn something new or want a refresh before heading back into the bar scene, these tips will help.

Let’s see what each bartender has to say.

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Antonio Gonzales from San Diego

Tip: Read The Flavor Bible! Go out and talk to a bartender on a slow night and pick their brains. Compete to challenge yourself. Cook at home and play with flavors!

Pro Tip: I think most bartenders know this, but for those who do not, rapid infusion using an IOS canister. Also, kick up house-made grenadine with a dash of orange blossom or rose water!

PJ Wagner from Chicago

Tip: Read, read, read, read, read, read books, read articles, magazines, Instagram posts. Never stop studying. What was good enough yesterday is not good enough today. Also, while reading, focus on understanding the “why” behind what it is the others are doing.

Pro tip: Seal your oleo Saccharum to increase the extraction rate!

Erica Long from Chicago

Tip: Ask questions when you’re out! What was their inspiration? What did they learn during the creation process? Anything that comes to your mind! Bartenders are happy to share knowledge, and some of the best info I’ve ever gotten has been simply by finding a bar I love and the person I admire, ordering a cocktail, and being inquisitive.

Pro tip: Learning stirring, shaking, and pouring isn’t exclusively about the end result and even less so about looking cool… stretching, studying how your body moves, and practicing healthy movement are key to success. Practice bottle pickups, stirs, and shakes that will help you avoid repetition injuries from the beginning! They’re easier to avoid than fix!

Zev Glesta from New York

Tip: Take advice, try different techniques. Study the specs! Learn the classics!

Pro tip: Learning to jigger with a bottle in one hand is super show off… but also very helpful. I like to think it’s “loading” a cocktail in your hand.

Christopher Lockwood from New York

Pro Tip: While studying a diverse cross-section of cocktail books is super helpful and inspiring, I’ve been more into cookbooks recently. I find them to be particularly useful when experimenting with flavors that are somewhat foreign to me (specifically Japanese and South Asian things presently.) While the Flavor Bible and the Flavor Thesaurus are valuable resources in understanding flavor pairings, I find looking at the complete composition of a dish helps me think about things in a very different and inspiring way.

Brandon Muske from Pittsburgh

Pro Tip: Get a weigh scale and measure by weight. You and your team will yield better, more consistent results.

David Shenaut from Portland

Tip: Mind your pints and quarts.

Pro Tip: Besides staying sober and tracking the details, “p’s&q’s.” For the final cut, taste the drink 3X! 1. During the build. 2. After Chill and dilution. 3. After left to warm at room temperature. Flaws will present themselves, and adjustments will need to be made. Perfection is not attainable focus on constraints.

Melanie Klinpier from Minneapolis

Tip: Never stop experimenting! Mix flavor profiles that typically wouldn’t go together. You never know. And always educate yourself by reading up on mixology! Always take notes on what you’re doing for when you hit that master recipe!

Jonathan Turner from Atlanta

Tip: Experiment, experiment, experiment!

Pro Tip: Work closely with your chefs or a chef that you trust. I would suggest even working in the kitchen a few times a month with the said chef. You start to approach things in a different manner!

Rebecca Ahnert from Las Vegas

Tip: Some of my best drinks came from base notes in perfume. That is a secret I don’t divulge often. I have the flavor bible and many other books like it that have been gifted to me by the chefs I’ve worked for, but especially in spring and summer, I look at base notes in gourmand perfumes! Two of my best-selling cocktails were inspired by Viktor Rolph Spice Bomb Cologne for men and See by Chloe!

Kelly Fitzsimonds from St. Augustine

Pro Tip: I have been working at a booze-free bar one day a week for over a year, just to experiment with N/A spirits and new flavors.

Jozlyn Pust from Denver

Pro Tip: The tip that changed me for the better? Always keep both hands moving! Practice that ambidexterity!

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