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Summer is on its way, when backyard parties and trips to the beach are the highlights of the season. For easy and delectable cocktails to enjoy anywhere you go, Fifth State Distillery based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, created the ultimate summer “ready to pour cocktail” with their newest creation, Fifth State Bee’s Knees made with gin, lemon, and honey. We enjoyed drinking this cocktail on its own as well as using it as a base to craft other custom cocktails and …

If an Espresso Martini is your go-to bar cocktail, you are in for a treat with Fifth State Distillery’s Master Distiller Rob Schulten’s latest creation, a ready-to-drink Fifth State Espresso Martini made with Rum. It’s as easy as pouring 3.5 ounces into a shaker, adding ice, then shake and pour into a chilled martini glass. The 375-ml size makes it perfect to take along with you wherever you go, to the beach, to an outdoor concert, or simply to drink …

Master Distiller Robert Schulten, owner of Fifth State Distillery located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, was having fun in the distillery again and created another fabulous gin, Passion Gin, to add to their award-winning line of spirits. Awarded the 2022 and 2021 Connecticut Gin Distillery of the Year by the prestigious New York International Spirits Competition, Fifth State Distillery continues to deliver excellence in every bottle. For his latest Passion Gin, Rob distills passionfruit and having tried it found it to be …

Tequila lovers are in for a treat with the award-winning Tequila Código 1530 Rosa, as it is exceptionally smooth with layers of flavor nuances that make it equally enjoyable whether sipped neat, served over ice, used in cocktails, or to enhance culinary recipes. Made from 100% Blue Agave in Amatitán, Jalisco, México, this ultra-premium tequila has won a coveted space on our drinks table. We created three delectable cocktails and a culinary recipe that complement this outstanding product. We first …

Looking for interesting flavors to create inspired cocktails? We found Wild Moon Cucumber Liqueur created by Creatrix and Infusionary Lelaneia Dubay, owner of the woman-owned distillery Hartford Flavor Company based in Hartford, Connecticut to be a delectable and versatile ingredient. Wild Moon Cucumber Liqueur imparted layers of flavor to cocktail classics as well as to creative modern cocktails and was also delicious in our culinary creations. Who would think of making a cucumber liqueur? Lelaneia Dubay of course, and for …

SONO 1420 American Craft Distillers Vo Vodka is an ultra-premium vodka handmade in South Norwalk, Connecticut and is America’s first distillery to incorporate hemp seed in its mashbill. Founded in 2019, the double gold award winning distillery is earning kudos and followers due to their exceptional products handcrafted in small batches. Their Vo Vodka is a mixologist’s dream to work with as it is hand distilled from a blend of corn and cane and is sugar and gluten-free. It also …

  Westport, Connecticut has a very tasty restaurant addition with the opening of Gabriele’s of Westport where their culinary focus is Italian Steakhouse cuisine. Chef Dagobeto Turcio-Cruz is the talent in the kitchen at this elegantly attractive restaurant located next door to the Westport Country Playhouse. We had a wonderful dinner at the attractive Gabriele’s of Westport on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, which opened in November 2021 after an extensive renovation. The restaurant is stunning, elegant, and warmly inviting with …

The Baker Brothers – David, Jack, and Peter, owners of Litchfield Distillery in Litchfield, Connecticut have added another very tasty spirit to their long line of super-premium award-winning spirits, with the addition of their latest product, Litchfield Distillery Agave Spirits. Made from 100% blue agave imported from Mexico and distilled and bottled at their distillery in Connecticut, Litchfield Distillery Agave Spirits is sure to garner many a fan. Since 2014, the Baker Brothers have been hand-crafting super-premium spirits in the …

Incorporated in 1719, Litchfield, Connecticut offers much for visitors to explore and discover with its historic and picturesque setting in the Litchfield Hills, hand-crafted artisanal spirits, upscale dining, and outdoor activities. Located 16 miles northwest of Waterbury, 34 miles west of Hartford, 40 miles from New Haven, 52 miles from Springfield, Massachusetts, 78 miles from Greenwich, and 96 miles from Manhattan, make it a desirable day-trip location. We had a wonderful day exploring its many offerings.

Bourbon lovers have another reason to love Litchfield Distillery with Litchfield Distillery Vanilla Bourbon. Located in Litchfield, Connecticut, their slogan is, “The Spirit of Hard Work.” As an award-winning bourbon house, they hand-craft a wide selection of tasty bourbons, as well as crafting gin and vodka. Their Litchfield Distillery Vanilla Bourbon is an ultra-premium sipping bourbon that is also the perfect cocktail and culinary companion. Cheers! Product Information: Litchfield Distillery Vanilla Bourbon Whiskey is made from a delectable blend of …