Julie Reiner

The Art of the Cocktail Event Serves Drinks in Paradise

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When it comes to cocktails, why not drink them in paradise? The Halekulani hotel on Waikiki Beach has announced "The Art of the Cocktail" weekend which runs September 17 through September 19. The spirited summit will be staffed by some of the world's most celebrated mixologists including Dale DeGroff, Julie Reiner and Tony Abou-Ganim hosting gatherings and informational seminars. Guests can also take part in hands-on experiences to acquire expert techniques. The full schedule is after the jump.

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Julie Reiner of the Flatiron Lounge Launches New Basil Hayden's Cocktails

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Filed under: Spirits

Expert mixologist and owner of Manhattan's iconic Flatiron Lounge Julie Reiner wants you to drink bourbon all summer long.

Reiner has created two new cocktails using Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a spirit she has loved since the age of 18 (scandal!). "I started working in a restaurant in Waikiki when I was 18, and I wanted to know what I was serving. I've always thought Basil Hayden's was very mixable. It's spicy, and that flavor comes through in the cocktail."

Basil Hayden's is indeed spicy, and has twice the rye of regular bourbons. Most notably, the body and flavor are significantly lighter than other bourbons or whiskeys, with a kindly alcohol quantity of just 80 proof. Bourbon and whiskey can sound a bit heavy for summertime imbibing, but after trying it for the first time myself on Wednesday, I'd say Basil Hayden's is remarkably refreshing, and I can see why Reiner chose it for Flatiron Lounge's summer menu.

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