What was a walking tour of New Orleans’ cocktail bars is a world premier cocktail festival today. Every year, the bar and spirits industry is invited to Tales of the Cocktail to network and exchange ideas, products and techniques with other professionals in the industry.
On account of that, players in the spirit business presented revolutionary cocktails of their own invention. Here are 5 you definitely need to take note of:
1. Espresso Martiki
Presented by the New International Bar Award winner Maybe Sammy, Espresso Martiki is a unique variation of Espresso Martini. It is also the bar’s signature drink and is very popular amongst its crowd. The unusual combination of pineapple and espresso has worked in its favour, resulting in an addictive flavoursome cocktail.
2. Patchouli
Absolut Elyx, the luxury vodka brand has always wowed the attendees at Tales of the Cocktail with its creations. This year was no different as it presented Patchouli to the world.
It is a vodka and champagne based cocktail that is served in a copper mug. The crushed ice enhances the whole experience as one can not simply gulp down the drink but enjoy it sip by sip.
3. Hermosa Paloma
Tequila Cazadores served many drinks at the event, out of which Hermosa Paloma was presented as one of their signature cocktails. Easy to make and even easier to drink, grapefruit juice is the star of this delicious drink.
4. Muy Verde Con Espadin
Amongst a grand party that consisted of slides, ice sculptures and a graffiti wall, William Grant & Sons showed off its cocktail Muy Verde Con Espadin to the whole spirit industry. A healthy concoction, the recipe requires green juice mix made using green apples, cucumber, tomatillo, celery, green bell pepper, cilantro, fennel with leaves, jalapeno, cilantro, mint, poblano pepper, matcha powder and agave nectar.
Phew!
5. Tom Kah-lins
The famous San Diego bar Raised by Wolves presented this very refreshing cocktail that happened to generate a lot of appreciation from its counterparts. It uses a high-quality mixer Smoky Ginger Ale from the famous mixer brand Fever-Tree to create this boozy treat for all alcohol enthusiasts.
