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CHAIR'S MESSAGE
Happy New Year! In the spirit of new
beginnings, Virginia ABC is pleased to
introduce 48 new items to our shelves
this month! On pages 3 through 8, you'll
find a variety of American, Irish and
Japanese whiskies, a half dozen new
tequilas, new rums, gins, moonshines
and Virginia wines.
Maria J. K. Everett
And if that's not reason enough to rejoice,
then consider hosting your own Mardi
Gras celebration. Our story, beginning on
page 18, offers tips for creating a carnivallike
atmosphere and, of course, recipes
for our top 10 cocktails that will bring The
Big Easy right to your home here in the
commonwealth. Your guests will love a
Hurricane cocktail or a King Cake shooter.
The season of love will soon be upon us, and you'll enjoy our take on this holiday as we
take a look as Valentine's, Galentine's and Singles' Days. Whether you're celebrating a
committed relationship or on your own, we've got just the cocktail for you. Read more
on page 28.
Learn about Virginia's official shell, the oyster, and how it wonderfully pairs with a
unique aquavit made by James River Distillery. If you've never enjoyed this tasty
morsel, try it with a shot of Øster Vit. Story begins on page 22.
National Kahlua Day is February 27, and Virginians love this coffee-flavored liqueur,
whether as a shot, on the rocks, with coffee, over ice cream, baked into desserts or in
their favorite cocktail. See our favorite recipes on page 34.
We take a look at seven delectable rye whiskeys this quarter in our Featured Spirit
column. Although Canada is one of the world's leading producers of rye, Virginia
distillers are making their own mark with Tarnished Truth's High Rye and Catoctin
Creek's Roundstone Rye.
This issue's Distilleries column takes an in-depth look Virginia Distilling Company
located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Nelson County. Read Gareth and Maggie
Moore's story about how they built this business.
Our Gift Guide suggests products for the ones you love. And unlike flowers and
chocolates, our recommendations on pages 32-33 don't wilt or melt and they have a
longer shelf life. Pick up a bottle of Godiva White Chocolate liqueur or Ciroc Red Berry
vodka.
Raise a glass and, please, roll up your sleeve!
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