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LA Hearts NY Raises $5000 for USBGNY Sandy Relief

By thirstyinla On December 12, 2012 · 2 Comments · In Events
LA Hearts NY raises $5000 for the New York chapter of the United States Bartender’s Guild (USBGNY) to support Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.
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LA Hearts NY

November 20: LA Hearts NY – Fundraiser for Sandy Relief

By thirstyinla On November 14, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
LA Hearts NY is taking place on Tuesday, November 20th in the R&D Bar at Harvard & Stone. Cari Hah and Jaymee Mandeville will feature their Lil’ Twisted Sangrita pop-up, followed by the dynamic duo of Zahra Bates and Mia Sarazen. Proceeds benefit USBGNY.
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Mia Sarazen - The Churchill

Tasting Mia Sarazen’s New Cocktail Menu at The Churchill

By thirstyinla On September 19, 2012 · Add Comment · In Reviews
Mia Sarazen has created a classically-driven, approachable menu for The Churchill that benefits from Sarazen’s sure hand and fresh, seasonal ingredients.
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LA Beer Week 2012

September 20-30: LA Beer Week

By thirstyinla On September 16, 2012 · 1 Comment · In Events
LA Beer Week is back for its fourth edition, taking place at bars, restaurants, bottle shops and breweries throughout Los Angeles and Orange County from September 20-30.
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Mia Sarazen - Neat

The Churchill Launches New Cocktail Program by Mia Sarazen

By thirstyinla On September 6, 2012 · 3 Comments · In Events
On Thursday, September 6th, The Churchill launches its new cocktail program, created by the fabulous Mia Sarazen.
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William Grant & Sons Big Birthday Party - TOTC 2012

Tales of the Cocktail 2012: Willie Mae’s, Stephen Crane, William Grant & Sons

By thirstyinla On August 8, 2012 · 4 Comments · In Events, Tastings
Day One of Tales of the Cocktail 2012 included an epic lunch at Willie Mae's Scotch House, a forgotten tiki hero, and the William Grant & Sons Big Birthday Party.
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Art Beyond the Glass class photo June 2012

Art Beyond the Glass: Thank You Los Angeles!

By thirstyinla On July 1, 2012 · 4 Comments · In Events
Two weeks after Art Beyond the Glass, I share a few belated "thank you"s and rambling thoughts about an extraordinary day.
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May 8: The Wine House Clear Spirits Fest

By thirstyinla On May 4, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events, Tastings
On Tuesday, May 8th, The Wine House presents its first Clear Spirits Fest, an evening of education and mixology featuring Aidan Demarest, Marcos Tello and a dizzying array of spirits.
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Eveleigh Guest Bartender Series 4

Guest Bartender Series Round 4 at Eveleigh

By thirstyinla On April 13, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
Eveleigh’s Guest Bartender Series Round 4 launches on Monday, April 16th, featuring the dynamic duo of Rich Andreoli and Mia Sarazen, sponsored by Tequila Ocho.
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November 13: Speed Rack LA at Hollywood Roosevelt

By thirstyinla On November 5, 2011 · 4 Comments · In Events
The all-female bartending competition known as Speed Rack is taking over the Hollywood Roosevelt's Blossom Room on Sunday, November 13th. Speed Rack LA features 18 competitors battling for a trip to New York and the national finals in May 2012. Proceeds go to breast cancer research, education and prevention.
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    Cheers @kingcocktl on the release of “The New Cr Cheers @kingcocktl on the release of “The New Craft of the Cocktail,” now available from @clarksonpotter! In addition to 100 all-new cocktail recipes and 50 photos by @danielkrieger, this major update of Dale DeGroff’s seminal cocktail book includes numerous anecdotes from throughout his storied career - such as the sidebar about naming the beloved “Nick & Nora” glass. The Gibson recipe* is based on his “Nick & Nora” Martini: “After Prohibition, Nick and Nora Charles (of “The Thin Man” movies) and President Franklin Roosevelt helped put the Martini back on the map. America got wetter and the Martini got drier.” 🍸 1.5 oz Beefeater Gin (“or for Nick and Nora, it would have been Gordon’s or Gilbey’s”) .5 oz Noilly Prat Original Dry Vermouth Stir / strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass, natch Garnish with a cocktail onion *In another sidebar, Dale tells us why @mdrnmixologist always orders a Gibson. Hint: it’s related to the standard garnish tray 😬 #thirstyinla
    The calendar says that fall is almost here, but yo The calendar says that fall is almost here, but you can keep the “Endless Summer” going with the Angeleno Spritz from @venturaspirits! Inspired by the Aperol Spritz, this RTD cocktail with a SoCal vibe is a lighter, brighter take on the Italian classic. 🍊🍋🍾 @conspiritor.us says: “With the citrus burst of @amaroangeleno as its base, brightened up with soda water and a hint of grapefruit, this sparkling canned cocktail is an incredibly easy-drinking option for a sunny day outdoors.” 🌞 😎 🏖 The Angeleno Spritz is available in 6-packs (x 200ml / 7.5% ABV) via the Ventura Spirits website, and at select retail stores like @barkeepersilverlake and @hiloliquor. Cheers! #thirstyinla #angelenospritz #venturaspirits
    A Golden Negroni at Golden Hour 🌅 1:1:1 gin, bl A Golden Negroni at Golden Hour 🌅 1:1:1 gin, blanc vermouth, @amaroangeleno 🙏 @conspiritor.us for the @venturaspirits kit - next up, the Angeleno Spritz! #thirstyinla #negroniweek #imbibegram
    It’s Friday of #negroniweek and it’s #national It’s Friday of #negroniweek and it’s #nationalcheeseburgerday - there’s no better place to celebrate than @bigbaralcove! Today is last call for the N.A.B. special - @sipsmith Negroni + Big Bar 🍔 for $25. (🙏 @lucyellissips!) Also available is the Boo Radler - enjoy it on the Big Bar patio or at home with the “Boo for Two.” The to-go kit includes a keepsake @martini Bitter bottle with two servings of the Boo Radler base, a lime, and a can of @stieglusa Grapefruit Radler. Proceeds from both specials will benefit @blmlosangeles! 🙌 #thirstyinla #friyay 📸 Boo Radler by @eugeneshoots
    And then all was right in the world... for an hour And then all was right in the world... for an hour, anyway. @philippetheog is open daily for al fresco dining on the covered patio, takeout and delivery! #thirstyinla #philippes #discoverla #dtla
    Mi hermano en cócteles, Dave Stolte has launched Mi hermano en cócteles, Dave Stolte has launched the @kickstarter for the 3rd edition of his acclaimed “Home Bar Basics (and Not-So-Basics)”! I have the previous two editions, and this one is shaping up to be the best yet. If you have the resources, backing Dave’s campaign at any tier is a must for cocktail pros and home enthusiasts alike! 🍸📖 #thirstyinla #imbibegram #drinkpunch #cocktailbook #Repost @davestolte . . . The new third edition of my book “Home Bar Basics (and Not-So-Basics)” is now on Kickstarter. I’ve enlisted the know-how of award-winning bartender @jasondanielschiffer to help hone the content, and we’ve assembled over 200 recipes into four families: Slings & Sours, Grogs & Nogs. Click through the link in my bio for all the details, and to support the project. And if you’re interested in the topic, be sure to follow my other account @homebarbasics ❤️ . #homebarbasics #homebartender #homebar #homebarbasicsandnotsobasics #cocktails #drinks #recipes #cooking #entertainingathome #whiskey #rum #gin #tequila #mezcal #diy #bookstagram #booklover #kickstarter #kickstartercampaign
    Much love to all the volunteers from this LA Commu Much love to all the volunteers from this LA Community Organizer! 🙏 #thirstyinla #negroniweek #Repost @t.h.i.r.s.t.trust . . . TODAY IS THE DAY!! We’re excited to partner with over 100 volunteers for today’s #camparidayofservice to raise awareness on business interruption insurance. We know this insurance can mean the survival of our industry, and we don’t want to let bars get 86’d. To join our team and help #savehospitality, sign up via link in bio. #thirstgroup
    @kingcocktl dedicates “The New Craft of the Cock @kingcocktl dedicates “The New Craft of the Cocktail” to the late, great @gazregan, who “taught the cocktailian community to change the world for the better, one customer at a time.” 🙏 In addition to 100 all-new cocktail recipes, the major update of this seminal cocktail book includes Dale’s recommendations for ingredients throughout the 500 recipes - many of these products didn’t exist when “The Craft of the Cocktail” was first published in 2002. Case in point is the Negroni recipe - a mix of classic and modern: 1 oz each of @campariusa, @martini sweet vermouth, and @fordsgin. “The New Craft of the Cocktail” will be published by @clarksonpotter on Sept. 22. Happy #negroniweek everyone! #thirstyinla
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