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The Company’s Master Mixologists Share Their Top Trends and Recipes for What Drinks will be Hot as Temperatures Drop

MIAMI & DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the mercury starts to drop and holiday season nears, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (“Southern Glazer’s”)—the largest North American wine and spirits distribution company—is getting ready for Fall with top cocktail trends and recipes from its expert Master Mixologists. From Autumn-inspired spices, to warm drinks that provide comfort from the chill, these fall cocktails will help consumers say so long to summer.

Spice things up with seasonal flavors – Coffee doesn’t corner the market on cinnamon, ginger, and pumpkin flavors in the fall. Michael Przydzial, Southern Glazer’s Beverage Program Specialist for Nevada, likes to incorporate these spices to add a twist to traditional cocktails. “I’ll add honey-ginger syrup, chamomile tea and shaved allspice to put a twinkle into a traditional Toddy that is perfect for a cool night.”

Bring back the classics – “Timeless classics that are perfect for cool weather are Irish Coffee, Manhattans and other Whiskey-based cocktails,” adds David Nepove, Director of Mixology for Southern Glazer’s in California. Regional whiskeys are particularly hot and with colder weather around the corner, expect to see bartenders reaching for varieties from Japan, France, South Africa, and India.

Get down with low proof libations – Low alcohol options help party-goers stay festive and feeling good. “Vermouth and Sherry are making a great comeback,” says Luke Detraz, Director of Mixology for Southern Glazer’s in Arizona. “Consumers like low alcohol cocktail alternatives because they can still feel part of the celebration, but enjoy in moderation.”

Go big or go home – Holidays are all about family and get-togethers, so large format cocktails are great for bigger gatherings. “The best option for serving a crowd is the good old punch bowl or bottled cocktails,” added Detraz.

Southern Glazer’s employs 15 Master Mixologists across North America, responsible for educating bartenders, beverage buyers, and corporate clients about the latest trends in cocktail culture. Michelin star chefs, national restaurant chains, international hotels, and top spirits brands rely on Southern Glazer’s expert Mixologists to help them develop world-class beverage programs that raise the bar for today’s demanding consumers. Southern Glazer’s Mixologists hold multiple certifications from accredited organizations such as the U.S. Bartenders Guild, BarSmarts, the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, Society of Wine Educators, and the Cicerone Certification Program, to name a few.

These cocktail recipes from Southern Glazer’s Master Mixologists will give consumers a taste of the season’s hottest fall flavors.

Michael Przydzial’s Twinkle Toddy
1 ½ oz. New Western Style Gin
½ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
¾ oz. Honey-Ginger Syrup (3:1)
6 oz. Chamomile Tea
Build all ingredients in Tea Cup and lightly stir to incorporate
Garnish with shaved allspice and a floating lemon wheel

Michael Przydzial’s Pumpkin Carved Colada
1 ½ oz. Vodka
½ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
¾ oz. Pumpkin Spice Syrup
¾ oz. Cream of Coconut
¾ oz. Pineapple Juice
1 Tbsp. Pumpkin Puree
Blend all ingredients, strain into Hurricane glass
Garnish with fresh lime zest and shaved cinnamon/nutmeg

David Nepove’s The Root of all Evil
2 oz. Aquavit or Gin
1 oz. Ginger Syrup
1 oz. Lemon Juice
1 oz. Carrot Juice
Shake and strain over fresh ice in a tall glass
Garnish with a thin slice of ginger and an organic carrot with carrot top intact

David Nepove’s The Huntsman
2 oz. Bourbon
½ oz. Sweet Vermouth
½ oz. Amaro
½ oz. Maraschino Liqueur
2 dashes of Bitters
2 dashes of Orange Bitters
Stir
Garnish with an orange peel

Luke Detraz’s Waking the Dead
8 oz. Light Smoked Mezcal
2 oz. Crème de Cacao
4 oz. Lime Juice
16 oz. Hibiscus Tea
4 oz. Spiced Syrup (Cinnamon, Star Anise, Golden Raisins and Clove)
Glass: Punch Bowl
Stirred and Chilled
Garnish with citrus wheels, cinnamon sticks, star anise, large ice cubes

Luke Detraz’s Pome & The Potter
2.5 oz Bitter Wine Apertif
2 Orange Slices
1 Lime Slice
.75 oz Quince Syrup
Glass: Collins or Milk Container
Technique: Muddled & Shake & Strain
Garnish: Crushed Ice, Pear Slices, Mint, Powdered Sugar

Luke Detraz’s The Flatlander
1.5 oz Port finished Taiwanese Whiskey
.5 oz Amaro
.5 oz Red Wine Apertif
.5 oz Lemon
.5 oz Liquid Alchemist Ginger Syrup
Glass: Nick & Nora or Coupe
Technique: Shake & Strain
Garnish: Dried Lemon Wheel & Cinnamon

Cocktail photos available upon request.

About Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s largest wine and spirits distributor, and the preeminent data insights company for alcoholic beverages. The Company has operations in 44 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, Canada, and the Caribbean, and employs more than 20,000 team members. Southern Glazer’s urges all retail customers and adult consumers to market, sell, serve, and enjoy its products responsibly. For more information visit www.southernglazers.com.