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Photo courtesy of Mirate You offer an expansive selection of Mexican spirits, not just agave, but also rum and vodka. Of course, we are polite and use hospitality to navigate that, building up the brands we carry, instead of tearing brands down (well except sometimes sorry not sorry, celebrity tequila I shall not name).
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Photo: Clique Hospitality One way to start 2024 off in style is to be at the plush Hotel del Coronado in San Diego. Then again, it does serve four people and contans top-shelf vodka and shellfish. Called the Ultimate Bloody Mary, it is made with Belvedere vodka and garnished with freshly caught crab and oysters.
Originally, this product was a 100- percent rye vodka inspired by Medoff’s Russian heritage, but the two also wanted to produce a gin that was distinctive from others coming from the European distillers that were dominating the industry. based drinks and hospitality charity. It’s named after the classic pre-Prohibition cocktail.
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“The Honeysuckle Hottie, a vodka-and-tea-based cocktail, offers a unique twist to the traditional Hot Toddy and is a refreshing, sophisticated alternative. The combination of chamomile tea, honeysuckle vodka , and Benedictine creates a harmonious blend of flavors that is both soothing and flavorful.”
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Her efforts have lifted the beverage training, implemented multiple levels of wine pairing options, and provided a deep sense of hospitality to a world-class wine program. The Beverage Information Group 40 Under 40 is sponsored by Inspiro Tequila , IV20 Terp Vodka , Heaven Hill Brands and Tequila Herradura.
What was your first job in the beverage or hospitality industry? Tequila and vodka are always popular, so Tequila Mockingbird and Kermit the Frog. The first is a sweet and spicy combo of tequila, grapefruit and rosemary. The latter is a refreshing mix of vodka, pineapple, lime and house ginger soda.
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