Bring in a Relief Pitcher- of Cocktails.
Your guests are thirsty. Mixing individual drinks would be excruciating. So grab your prettiest pourer and whip up one of these four recipes for large-format cocktails-the smart host's strategy for slaking in quantity.
Strawberry French 75
Black Beauty Punch
Handlebar Mustache Punch
Suey's Sangrita
Strawberry French 75 Try this take on the classic French 75, Drinks have a tendency to look different in the sunshine, so if we know that we are creating a cocktail for a brunch event, we take extra care to make sure it is beautiful. This is one such drink: It's a showstopper and will look gorgeous on your table. Makes: 10 drinks
Place 10 hulled strawberries and 5 ounces simple syrup in a blender and blend thoroughly. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, discarding solids. Add 10 ounces gin and 5 ounces chilled fresh lemon juice to the pitcher, then slowly pour in 1 (750-ml) bottle Champagne or sparkling wine and stir to incorporate. Thinly slice 4 strawberries and add to pitcher.
To serve, pour 5 ounces of cocktail into a chilled flute and garnish with a lemon twist. We will have a nice cold batch ready for you to try on Friday night. And a full set of recipes for you to take with you. Please join us.
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This Friday Night - Please Join Us.
5-8 pm - no charge.
Presented by Mr. Mark Verelli
InoVino WInes
Antico Ceppo
Southern Italy Primitivo
Arguably more well known by its alter-ego Zinfandel, Primitivo is a huge, ripe Italian grape which is the pride of the Apulia region in the south of Italy.
Primitivo is a delightfully brash wine that's very dark, very juicy and very high in alcohol.
The grape is thought to have originated in Croatia, where it is known as Crljenak (shill-ee-ah-nock). It was then brought to Italy, and on to the United States in the 1800s, where it thrived under the Californian sun.
Primitivos are very well known for being full-bodied fruit bombs. Much like Californian Zinfandels they have a very high alcohol content on account of the grapes ripening quickly.
Primitivo is a fantastic BBQ wine. It loves pulled pork, ribs, steaks and anything with a lot of flavor and a mild char to it. Pizza is another excellent choice with this fabulous wine.
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Saddlebred
Pinot Noir
Italian Style
Pinot Noir is the red grape of France's famous Burgundy region and specifically the Cote d'Or where the most famous red Burgundy is produced. It is said that Pinot Noir grapes have grown in this area for over 2,000 years.
Burgundy produces, arguably, the best Pinot Noir in the world. Pinot Noir is also grown in many other areas of the world, including California, Oregon, Italy and Australia. The Pinot Noir grape is also used in the production of Champagne in France and sparkling wines the world over. Aromas of rich cherry and strawberry with delicate floral notes. Pairs best with grilled and smoked meats. |
 Gurgo" Nero d'Avola
"Gurgo" Nero d'Avola, -
Excellent dry red wine from Sicily cooperative Cantine Paolini, the underlying philosophy is the production of high quality wines created with pride and love.
While keeping the ancient traditions of winemaking, the company subtly weaves in production technology latest achievements of professional oenologist. Continuous modernization and careful selection of grapes allowed to realize the most daring ideas, winemakers, showing the world the unique wine, one of which - "Gurgen" Nero d'Avola. Made from grapes of Nero d'Avola wine charms dense, tannic taste and berry-fruit aromas and a long spicy aftertaste leaves a long trail in memory of unforgettable memories.
"Gurgo" has earned wide recognition by connoisseurs and demanding wine experts. Awarded numerous medals at international competitions. Cantine Paolini managed to climb to the highest level of quality by introducing the practice of a rigorous selection of grapes harvested exclusively from their own vineyards.
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Principe De Los Apostoles
If your Old Man enjoys his "GT's" - he needs to know about this: Principe De Los Apostoles Bottling Note Although most of the botanicals used to make the Principe De Los Apostoles Mate Gin come from Misiones, Argentina, the gin itself is made in Mendoza.
The botanicals include peppermint, eucalyptus, pink grapefruit skin and yerba mate, which is used to make a popular drink in South America and captures the spirit of Argentina rather well indeed.
One of the first premium gins from Argentina, and a tasty one at that.
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Where's Your Safe Harbor?
94 points Drink Magazine - June 2015
"Elite Eight" - Washington DC BrewFest "1790 Lager best lager we have tried in years..."New London's own Safe Harbor beer has three styles to choose from. Please include a six-pack with your other  favorite beverages this summer season. And remember that $1.00 for every six-pack of 1790 Lager supports the National Coast Guard Museum Fund. Sample them all this Friday night. |
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Friday June 26th - Mark Verrilli Friday July 3rd - Franco Pedroni Friday July 24th - Eric Bellnier Friday July 31st - Jessica Paul
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Please Join Us On Friday Night.
It Is Fun Informal And A Great Way To Start Your Weekend.
Call Us Anytime
860-443-6817 Wine & Cheese Tasting Every Friday 5-8 PM - No Charge
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