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Comprised of 95 % rye and 5 % malted barley , Green River Kentucky Straight Rye is a blend of four- to six-year-old barrels . It joins the company ’ s flagship bourbon and wheated whiskeys as the third expression in the core lineup . Green River , which is owned by Bardstown Bourbon Co ., is available for a suggested retail price of $ 34.99 per 750-ml . bottle .

Hilton ’ s contemporary lifestyle brand Tempo by Hilton is answering the call for more non-alcoholic cocktails with a unique beverage program . Kicking off with the Tempo by Hilton Times Square flagship in New York , which opened this past August , the bar features a menu of hand-crafted “ Spirited ” and “ Free-Spirited ” cocktails .

Each beverage is a contemporary take on a classic recipe , with the “ Spirited ” selections highlighting refined , balanced drinks containing alcohol . The “ Free-Spirited ” selections , which use alcohol-free products from the Australian brand Lyre ’ s , otherwise mirror the “ Spirited ” cocktails in presentation , flavor profile , mouthfeel and sophistication .

For instance , Highball , Tempo by Hilton Times Square ’ s signature restaurant , offers a cold-brew cocktail called For The Plot ( shown above ) that is available spiked with bourbon or made with Lyre ’ s Highland Malt .

Rather than offering just a few nonalcoholic options , the Tempo by Hilton brand gives equal billing to “ Spirited ” and “ Free-Spirited ” cocktails . The strategy reflects contemporary consumer preferences and behaviors , the company says , particularly the notion that many guests pivot between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on the same occasion .

Tempo by Hilton aims to appeal to modern travelers with a focus on wellness , premium culinary options and flexible spaces . The hotel currently has 35 Tempo by Hilton properties under development , with plans to soon debut in key markets such as Raleigh , Nashville , Louisville and San Diego .

Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014 , was matured in a combination of first fill bourbon casks , sherry butts and second fill wine casks . Islay Barley 2014 was distilled from barley grown on eight farms , all within an 11-mile radius of the Islay distillery . The Scotch ’ s suggested retail price is $ 82.99 per750-ml . bottle .

Mionetto Alcohol-Removed Sparkling Wine is less than . 05 % ABV , as a result of extracting the alcohol content from a finished wine . Similar to the traditional prosecco taste profile , this has notes of peach and green apple , the company reports . It ’ s certified vegan and gluten free , and available for a suggested retail price of $ 15 per 750-ml . bottle .

Tequila Don Julio Alma Miel , a blend of blanco tequila distilled with ovenroasted agave honey , and añejo tequila that has been aged for at least 14 months , was finished in crémant du Limoux wine casks from the Limoux region of France . The suggested retail price is $ 99.99 per 750-ml . bottle . www . cheersonline . com Spring 2024 • Cheers 7