Sip & Synopsis - What You'll Find Here

• Drink of the week: Hemmingway Old Fashioned
• Presidential Cocktails: Custom Creations 
• Featured Bar: New York Cities Colonel Era Tavern
• Featured Mixologist: Derek Brown

This President's Day, let's raise a glass to the founding fathers and all the presidents who've shaped the United States. Our newsletter is brimming with presidential cocktails, intriguing trivia, and tips to make your holiday celebration historically fun!

This weeks drink is brought to you by our friends at Florida Keys Resorts! This Hemmingway Old Fashioned sounded so good that we created a special version just for you all. The original version and the photo in the below recipe was taken at Alonzo's Oyster Bar in Key West. 

Custom Creation: Jefferson's Monticello Wine Spritzer 🍷

Thomas Jefferson's love for wine was unmatched, cultivating European grapes at his Monticello estate. His meticulous notes on winemaking are a testament to his passion. We believe he would have approved of this refined spritzer. It's a nod to his passion for viticulture and the vineyards of Monticello.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz White Wine (Jefferson preferred French wines, but choose your favorite)
• 1 oz Club Soda
• 1/2 oz Brandy (optional, for a stronger twist)
• Lemon Twist for Garnish

Instructions:

• Fill a wine glass with ice.
• Pour in the white wine and brandy (if using).
• Top with club soda for a refreshing fizz.
• Garnish with a lemon twist.

Photo Cred: Fraunces Tavern [dot] com

Fraunces Tavern isn’t just a bar; it's a colonial-era tavern and museum located in the heart of New York City's financial district. This historic site played a pivotal role in pre-Revolution, Revolution, and early American history. It's best known as the place where George Washington bid farewell to his officers in 1783, making it a location brimming with historical significance. Today, Fraunces Tavern continues to operate as a bar and restaurant, serving up a mix of traditional American fare and an extensive selection of beers and cocktails in an atmosphere that transports you back in time.

Photo Cred: Derek Brown Follow him on insta @positivedamageinc

Derek Brown is a celebrated mixologist based in Washington, D.C., known for his expertise in cocktail history and his passion for crafting drinks that tell a story. As the former owner of several acclaimed bars in the nation's capital, including the James Beard Award-nominated Columbia Room, Brown has a deep connection to American cocktail culture. His work emphasizes the importance of cocktails in American history and culture, making him a perfect feature for President's Day. Brown's book, "Spirits, Sugar, Water, Bitters: How the Cocktail Conquered the World," delves into the rich history of cocktails and their impact on society.

Looking for more presidential trivia? Here are 20 more questions you can stump your friends with. 

Cheers!

~ Andrea 

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