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Giveaway: Cointreau Sunday City Sprawl at Petit Ermitage

By thirstyinla On October 1, 2011 · Add Comment · In Events
Enter our giveaway for entry to the Sunday City Sprawl, an exclusive Sunday brunch taking place from 12pm-3pm on the rooftop of the Petit Ermitage in West Hollywood.
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Bastille Day at The Spare Room, Featuring Paris Loves LA

By thirstyinla On July 14, 2011 · Add Comment · In Events
In honor of Bastille Day, The Spare Room is featuring a special cocktail menu and hosting an intimate performance by Paris Loves LA, featuring Adele Jacques, a très chic French singer who performs Serge Gainsbourg and Brigitte Bardot songs in a cabaret style.
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Spirit Journal Hall of Fame Inductees Announced, George T. Stagg Named Top Spirit in the World

By thirstyinla On May 28, 2011 · Add Comment · In Uncategorized
F. Paul Pacult and Sue Woodley have named five inductees to the Spirit Journal Hall of Fame, and selected George T. Stagg as the Top Spirit in the World.
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Taking the Triple Sec Challenge: Hiram Walker vs. Cointreau

By thirstyinla On May 5, 2010 · 1 Comment · In Reviews
Cinco de Mayo is upon us, and of course that means it’s time for a margarita or three. In addition to tequila and freshly-squeezed lime juice, cocktail enthusiasts will likely be reaching for Cointreau to mix in their margaritas. But these days, people are trying to save money wherever they can. So is it possible [...]
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