{"title":"Porch Sippers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"ytAttributedStringHost ytAttributedStringWhiteSpacePreWrap\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ytAttributedStringLinkInheritColor\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eToday we’re making three summer cocktails that are perfect for warm weather: the Enzoni, the Belmont Jewel, and the Rabo de Galo. These are porch pounders that are simple to make and even easier to drink. Whether you’re in the mood for a juicy gin and Campari cocktail, a sparkling bourbon drink with grenadine and sherry, or a bold Brazilian classic made with cachaça, there’s something here for everyone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"campari-aperitivo","title":"Campari Aperitivo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Campari Aperitivo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #fbbf24;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePerhaps the world's most well recognized red bitter aperitif, Campari Aperitivo put the Negroni on the map. But, Campari is so much more than the Negroni!  The Spritz defines summer in a bottle.  The Americano was even a favorite of James Bond in several of the earlier 007 novels and movies. Campari's beautiful deep red color and distinctive citrusy bitter taste palate make it a cocktail-making classic.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampari takes its unique character from the herb and fruit infusion at the heart of its production process.  A secret blend of herbs and exotic fruit, including chinotto and cascarilla, infuse in alcohol to create this one-of-a-kind homebar must-have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, our friend Steve the Bartender included Campari in his list of \u003ca title=\"Steve the Bartender Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/collections\/steve-the-bartender-recommended-brands\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e10 Essential Bar Bottles\u003c\/a\u003e.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendations for Campari Aperitivo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnders Erickson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Campari is known for its bitterness, but there's a good amount of sweetness up front. Wonderful mixed with any spirit.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Drink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\"Sweet, with heavy orange-y bitterness, and a little herbal bitterness too,\" according to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHow to Drink\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Greg enjoys Campari with club soda.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaker \u0026amp; Spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFeatured as the recommended spirit in the \u003cem\u003eNegroni 2 Cocktail box\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e750ml \u0026amp; 48 Proof \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gruppo Campari","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47230023139580,"sku":"1838","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/ExgICQQYhykIdCGSX76B4IAfvg4JTkhRjHzj7mlqbw_e27dcddd-5408-4ea0-929b-f1e050feea91.png?v=1748998874"},{"product_id":"cocchi-vermouth-di-torino","title":"Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCocchi Vermouth Di Torino is a classic Italian vermouth that boasts a complex and aromatic flavor profile. Made with a blend of Moscato d'Asti and local botanicals, this vermouth is crafted using traditional methods and is perfect for sipping on its own or mixing into cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon first sip, Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino offers a sweet and floral bouquet, with notes of orange peel and vanilla. The taste is equally complex, with a rich and velvety mouthfeel that gives way to flavors of cherry, cocoa, and bitter herbs. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant bitterness on the palate that is well-balanced by the sweetness of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vermouth is perfect for classic cocktails such as Negronis and Manhattans, but also pairs well with a variety of spirits and mixers. It is a versatile addition to any home bar and is sure to impress both casual drinkers and connoisseurs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino is a premium Italian vermouth that offers a truly unique and delicious tasting experience. Whether enjoyed on its own or used as an ingredient in your favorite cocktails, it is a must-try for anyone who appreciates fine spirits and flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuggested by Anders Erickson who says, \"Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino is\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMy favorite sweet vermouth to work with. Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino has a rich profile that softens harsher spirits. 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On the palate a bittersweet liquid that carries peculiar herbal notes married with dried fruit hints rounded by caramel smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSip this pungent amaro neat or enjoy as a shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive people something to talk about with a riff on the Daiquiri, the \u003cstrong\u003eCynaquiri\u003c\/strong\u003e, where you swap most of the rum for Cynar, amping up the bitterness and complexity. (1 part lime, 1.5 parts Cynar, .5 parts rum, .5 parts simple syrup.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThirteen aromatic herbs and plants are combined with a slightly alcoholic mixture and continuously mixed. After maceration, the extract is collected in decanters for a marrying period. The infusion is combined with other ingredients in a blending tank, then filtered, bottled and labeled at two different proofs. Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1952, Italian entrepreneur Angelo Dalle Molle created the \"formula\" for Cynar based on natural substances found in artichokes. In popular traditional use, artichoke extracts and tinctures were known for their purifying properties.  His secret recipe has remained the same since 1952, but since that time has grown to be enjoyed the world over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1L \u0026amp; 33 Proof\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gruppo Campari","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":47230024024316,"sku":"32097","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/In3-jDuAmTCP2963GAljsG2lwFZSrsL-pl4PlPhavyI_6d803819-1a34-4e0c-b29b-6a188eb48b17.png?v=1748998732"},{"product_id":"lustau-manzanilla-papirusa-sherry","title":"Lustau Manzanilla Papirusa Sherry","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Lustau Manzanilla Papirusa Sherry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml \u0026amp; 31 Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe word from Anders on Lustau Manzanilla Papirusa Sherry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, dry, and just a hint of salt. Wonderful to mix with or refreshing on its own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Lustau","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47230034575612,"sku":"57371","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/PmrXxSaJuRsZPlo4vxSt0yFkNxyikcL9V5q3TDDtDqA_a7eff5c0-8930-4c72-9d53-b34a9453e27e.png?v=1748999460"},{"product_id":"novo-fogo-organic-aged-cachaca","title":"Novo Fogo Organic Aged Cachaça","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Novo Fogo Organic Aged Cachaça\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCachaça is the national spirit of Brazil, and Novo Fogo epitomizes what makes the country so alluring: a passionate commitment to the quality and integrity of experience alongside a deep reverence for the natural world and all she offers us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNovo Fogo's carbon-negative, zero-waste distillery is set in the heart of the Brazilian Rainforest. From the facility's construction to the distillation process, to the brand's investment in reforestation efforts, care and consideration are a part of every step of the journey.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicious, highest-quality aged cachaça deserves a spot on every home bar cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter spending time in oak barrels, the aged cachaça is a pleasing light caramel color, with vanilla, toffee, and subdued bananas on the nose...do what I do -- sip it neat and taste the rainforest. - Andrew Strenio, Serious Eats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBanana bread, with notes of chocolate, cinnamon bark, and coffee. Nuances of pepper remain, but the cachaça’s time spent in wood changes its spiciness from fresh red pepper to toasty black pepper.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic: The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/punchdrink.com\/recipes\/caipirinha\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecaipirinha\u003c\/a\u003e, of course, Brazil's most famous cocktail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnexpected: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/punchdrink.com\/recipes\/cafe-marumbi\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCafe Marumbi\u003c\/a\u003e, a bright coffee cocktail perfect for late-morning wake-ups and early afternoon lounging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNovo Fogo's barrel-aged cachaça is made from certified organic sugarcane that is crushed within 24 hours of harvest at the distillery's estate in Morretes, Paraná. It is fermented over 18 hours, distilled once in copper pot stills and aged for 2 - 3 years in Four Roses bourbon barrels that have been taken apart, sanded and lightly re-toasted. This minimal processing happens in tiny batches, according to traditional methods, with human hands. There are no chemicals involved in growing the sugarcane nor its distillation into cachaça, only time, care, and intention. Fun fact: The distillery is built into a hill so that gravity naturally lets the cachaça travel from fermentation to distillation to barreling to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e750ml \u0026amp; 80 Proof\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Novo Fogo","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47230038114556,"sku":"006","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/5F-z1il_tiCOkbtnpBu6t3QDpbcYARoA9miIbYABzEc_8532429e-120a-49dd-9942-3a73bc42177b.png?v=1748999508"},{"product_id":"old-grand-dad-bonded-bourbon","title":"Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know, that's a photo of Basil Hayden on the label of Old Grand Dad Bonded Bourbon. The bourbon is based on a recipe Hayden originally used in the 1700s, and the product was in fact produced by Hayden's Grandson, Raymond Hayden. Aside from being a neat story, this bonded bourbon is a marquee spirit for cocktails, and we highly recommended it for your home bar.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the United States Old Grand Dad Bonded mash bill is 63% corn, 27% rye, and 10% malted barley. As a bonded bourbon, the product is aged for 4 years under Government supervision. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/blogs\/how-to-drink-recipes\/mint-julip-cocktail-recipe\" title=\"Mint Julep Cocktail Recipe\"\u003eMint Julep cocktail\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e by How to Drink\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-Uhu81wqOl8\" title=\"Artist's Special Cocktail\"\u003eThe Artists Special\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e by Anders Erickson\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended by \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Anders Erickson Spirits Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/collections\/anders-erickson-spirits-collection\"\u003eAnders Erickson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon has good weight that's easy to work with, and will hold up well in your cocktail. I get notes of cinnamon and peanuts from this one!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e750ml \u0026amp; 100 Proof\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beam Suntory","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47230038278396,"sku":"1538","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/BsFtNH2XMiqfRkU0EjBceZcHD4zET4FsFTm1J4O6-5M_8d55c0c1-a6be-4646-9ba5-c2e24554c75c.png?v=1748999514"},{"product_id":"the-botanist-islay-dry-gin","title":"The Botanist Islay Dry Gin","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Botanist Islay Dry Gin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIslay?  Islay?  Where have I heard that word before?  Oh, I know!  It's on a bunch of my scotch bottles!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Isle of Islay is better known for their scotch making.  But, the wonderful water and natural ingredients that abound on the island don't make a wonderful gin like The Botanist such a surprise! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eighth largest isle in the British Isles is damp and rocky but lush.  And, it's boundless flora made it a natural place for The Botanist Gin to become the second gin distillery to put down roots on the island in 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistilled on a pot still - column still Frankenstein known affectionately as \"Ugly Betty,\" The Botanist brings truly unique process, ingredients, and provenance to a wonderfully complex gin.  Thirty-one botanicals, including twenty-two that are hand foraged, lend The Botanist a unique character that lends itself to cocktail making.  Tasters appreciate juniper and sweet citrus on the tongue with a slight minty note on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe word from Anders on The Botanist Islay Dry Gin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful dry gin with a pronounced juniper\/pine flavor softened with subtle citrus. 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