Hillrock Estate
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“I love Balvenie. They have four single-malt Scotches, but my favorite is the 14 year Caribbean Cask. Simply neat or a splash of water is all you need to enjoy and admire the different aromas. There’s a slight hint of sweetness that comes through from the vanilla and fruity notes, making it enjoyable for the new Scotch drinkers out there.” Justine Tellez-Santangelo, Bartender, Council Oak Steaks & Seafood at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, N.J.
“I don’t love overly smoky (peated) Scotch, so I’d say Oban 14. It’s easy to drink and won’t smoke out your palate.”
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“I’m really digging two Los Angeles gins: Astral Pacific Gin from Spirit Guild and Amass Gin, both of which are made in the Arts District.” Steve Livigni, Food and Beverage Partner, Hotel June, Los Angeles
“My go-to gin would be 18th Street Distillery Gin, made by the only Black-owned and operated distillery in the state [of Indiana]. A fine locally produced spirit that fits well in a cocktail or on its own. With its emphasis on lighter botanicals, it strays from the overwhelming pine of more traditional gins. It also has a higher alcohol content, which everyone can appreciate this year.”