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For more information and to explore new signature cocktail recipes created to highlight the tasting notes of the ANGOSTURA 200-Year Anniversary Limited-Edition bitters, visit www.angosturabitters.com. Stirred over craft ice. Top with splash of champagne. Garnish with brandied cherries.
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She has developed cocktail menus for Osito’s Tap, Tacos Lotería, and Crepas Culichi in Oak Park, IL, and collaborated with brands like Espolòn Tequila and Topo Chico Hard Seltzers. The more information you share with them about the menu structure, the more confident they’ll feel when presenting it to guests.”
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The Digital Revolution and Social Media are characterized by the democratization of information reshaping the way consumers interact with spirits brands. Consumers can explore and engage in a community-driven approach to spirits appreciation and information. Contact: george@arsilica.com , phone 702.332.7305.
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