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Cape Codder is an American cocktail originating from Cape Cod peninsula, hence the name. It is made with a combination of vodka and cranberry juice. To prepare it, the ingredients are mixed with ice in a highball glass, and the cocktail is then garnished with a lime wedge.
It is believed that the drink was invented in 1945 by the cranberry grower’s cooperative called Ocean Spray. The original name of the cocktail was Red Devil, but the name Cape Codder has been used since the early 1960s.
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Brass Monkey is an American cocktail made with a combination of rum, vodka, and orange juice. To prepare it, rum and vodka are poured into a highball glass filled with ice and stirred. The cocktail is topped with orange juice, then stirred again.
If desired, Brass Monkey can be garnished with an orange slice or a cherry. It is believed that the drink was created and named by ad executives from the Heublein Company (pre-mixed cocktail producers) in the 1970s.
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Often called Aperol Negroni, Contessa is a Negroni variation made with a combination of Aperol, dry vermouth, gin, and orange bitters. The ingredients are poured into an ice-filled shaker, shaken, and strained into an old-fashioned glass.
The cocktail is usually garnished with a lemon twist. This lighter, less bitter variation on the classic Negroni was created by John Gertsen, a bartender at Boston's Drink. Due to its pleasantly bitter flavors and the color of a sunset, Contessa makes for a great aperitif or a refreshing summer drink.
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Boston Sour is essentially a Whiskey Sour with the addition of egg whites. It is prepared with a combination of bourbon, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and egg whites. In order to prepare it, all ingredients should be shaken with ice, then strained into an ice-filled rocks glass.
The egg whites give an appealing frothy head to the cocktail, resulting in smoother flavor. If desired, the cocktail can be garnished with lemon zest.
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Ritz Fizz is a sparkling cocktail consisting of amaretto, blue Curaçao, lemon juice, and Champagne. To make it, equal amounts of amaretto, Curaçao, and lemon juice are added to a flute glass, and the drink is topped with Champagne.
The cocktail is stirred and usually garnished with a lemon twist. Ritz Fizz was allegedly created at Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Boston. It is believed that it was introduced in 1934, just after Prohibition ended. The most common variation comes from Montreal, where amaretto and Curaçao are replaced with apple liqueur.
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Boston is an American cocktail made with a combination of dry gin, apricot brandy, grenadine, and lemon juice. In order to prepare it, all ingredients should be shaken with ice, then strained into a chilled cocktail glass which can be garnished with an apricot slice or a cherry, if desired.
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Ward 8 is an American cocktail that is typically prepared with a combination of rye whiskey, lemon juice, orange juice, and grenadine, although there are many recipes and numerous variations on the drink. The ingredients are shaken with ice, then strained into a chilled cocktail glass.
If desired, the cocktail can be garnished with a maraschino cherry, although Ward 8 was originally decorated with a small paper Massachusetts flag. The cocktail was invented in 1898 in Boston at the Locke-Ober restaurant bar. It is believed that this drink was named after the city’s Ward 8, which helped in the election of Martin M.
Best New Englander Cocktails
Bijou is a type of aged goat cheese produced by Vermont Creamery, known for its artisanal dairy products. Bijou, meaning "jewel" in French, reflects the small, precious nature of this cheese. It is characterized by its delicate, wrinkled rind and creamy, dense interior that becomes more complex in flavor as it ages.
Typically, Bijou has a mildly tangy, slightly sweet taste with earthy undertones, making it a versatile option for cheese boards, salads, or cooking. The cheese is hand-rolled and aged to ensure consistency and quality, showcasing the creamery’s dedication to traditional cheese-making techniques.
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American Cheese Society Judging & Competition Awards - 1st Place
2019, 2016, 2015, 2014
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