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George Dickel is entering the Bottled in Bond category with the brand’s latest limited release - George Dickel Bottled in Bond Tennessee Whisky - that’s not only a high quality whisky but a great buy (as it’s available for a MSRP of $35.99 for a 750ML bottle) for whisky lovers.

What makes this whisky so special? Well, to start off it’s the first new whisky innovation led by Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. General Manager and Distiller, Nicole Austin since she came onboard a year ago. It’s also a Bottled in Bond Whisky, and as you may know, the Bottled in Bond Act of 1897 was enacted in order to help guarantee a spirit’s authenticity and level of quality. In today’s world where consumers are craving more and more transparency, Bottled in Bond spirits are starting to make a resurgence.

To be labeled as Bottled in Bond, a spirit must be aged and bottled according to a special set of regulations from the U.S. Government that includes:

• Be the product of one distillation season by one distillery (George Dickel Bottled in Bond has been distilled by Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. at Cascade Hollow Distillery, DSP-TN-2, during the fall season of 2005)
• Be stored in oak containers a federally bonded warehouse under U.S. government supervision (George Dickel Bottled in Bond was stored at Cascade Hollow Distillery in Tullahoma, TN) for at least four years (13 years old)
• Be bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) and reduced in proof only by the addition of water to not less than 100 proof

At 100 proof (50% ABV), George Dickel’s Bottled in Bond offers a bold and balanced profile highlighted by tastes of light honey, tropical fruit, warm spices, and a touch of leather. This batch comes from barrels that were maturing since Fall 2005, and while the 13-year-old whisky will made its debut at Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. earlier this month and rolling out to shelves nationwide now that hasn’t stopped it from already winning awards. In fact, George Dickel Bottled in Bond took home Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and racked up a score of 95 (on a scale of 100), earning the designation of “Best Buy” from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. This whisky can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks in addition to being well-suited for many of your favorite cocktails.

It’s time for warm weather, beach trips and plenty of fun in the sun – which means its pool float season! Step aside swan floats, Smirnoff Seltzerand FUNBOY teamed up with muralist Jason Woodside to bring you the must-have float of this pool party season, and it’s even more colorful and epic than you could imagine.

The new, first-of-its-kind hydroplane float (structure created by FUNBOY with art by Jason Woodside) uses colors directly from Smirnoff Seltzer’s full line of products, including the brand-new flavors Pina Colada, Pink Apple Rosé, White Peach Rosé and Strawberry Rosé. You can now purchase the Smirnoff Seltzer x FUNBOY hydroplane float HERE for $99.

The float design falls in-line with Jason’s style of work as vivid colors and contrasting geometric patterns and shapes collide to create a playful yet cohesive design. Jason’s large scale, exterior works can be found in cities around the world including Sydney, Madrid, London, Paris, Los Angeles and New York.

The net profits from float sales will support Smirnoff Seltzer’s new Fun Fund, which will literally fund fun for some lucky consumers (21+) throughout the summer. Smirnoff Seltzer will be rolling out more details on how to enter on the brand Instagram page (@SmirnoffUS).

Looking for a new drink to try out? With summer right around the corner, it’s time to stop and smell the Rosé! Rosé is peaking, from canned rosé wine to the Rosé Mansion in New York City. Now Rosé vodka is trending with more expressions coming on the market this year, joining Three Olives Rosé who started the craze.

Since summertime is meant to be a time of relaxation and simplicity, the Three Olives Rosé Vodka Spritz is an easy-to-make spritz that can be concocted in seconds, allowing you to be Instagram-ready to show off your colorful drink, all while looking extremely trendy in the process.

Rosé Spritz

Ingredients

• 1 Part Three Olives Rosé Vodka
• 1 Part Soda Water

Instructions

• Pour vodka into a glass with ice, top with club soda
• Garnish with grapefruit twist

Frosé Vosé

Ingredients

• 12 parts of Three Olives Rosé Vodka
• 18 parts of Frozen Pink Lemonade Concentrate (thawed, not diluted)

Instructions

• Combine ingredients in a pitcher
• Pour ingredients into a blender and add up to 12 cups of ice, blend until all ingredients are fully incorporated
• Serve in a wine glass (or hurricane glass) and garnish with a lemon wheel

*Replace ice with Frozen Strawberries for an even more decadent frozen delight!

*Batch serves 12

Just in time for the summer, the makers of the world’s No. 1 vodka are launching Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions, perfect for those who want to have a sugar-free cocktail option without sacrificing taste! Available nationwide starting this month, Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions come in three delicious mouth-watering flavors:

Cucumber & Lime, Watermelon & Mint and Strawberry & Rose.

Whether brunching with your besties or hosting a backyard gathering of friends and family, Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions are guaranteed to bring the flavor and fun to any daytime party or occasion!

Infused with the natural flavors, Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions are 72 calories per serving, gluten-free and made with no artificial flavors and colors. Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions retails at a suggested retail price of $11.99 for a 750mL bottle, staying true to the brand value of offering great quality products at an affordable price.

Strawberry-Rose Cocktail

Serves One

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. Smirnoff Strawberry-Rose Zero Sugar Infusions
• 2 oz.  Brewed hibiscus tea
• 1 oz.  Passionfruit sparkling water

Directions: Fill an old fashioned tumbler with ice. In a cocktail stirring glass, combine the Smirnoff Strawberry-Rose Zero Sugar Infusion, hibiscus tea and sparkling water. Stir well and pour over ice. Serve immediately.

Mint Summer Splash

Serves One

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. Smirnoff Watermelon-Mint Zero Sugar Infusions
• 2 oz. Watermelon sparkling water
• 1 oz. bottled watermelon juice
• 1 oz. club soda
• Mint leaves for garnish

Directions: Fill a tall cocktail glass with ice. In a cocktail stirring glass, combine the Smirnoff Watermelon-Mint Zero Sugar Infusion, watermelon sparkling water, watermelon juice, and club soda. Stir well. Pour over ice. Garnish with mint leaves.

Cucumber-Lime Agua Fresca

Serves One

Ingredients:

• Coarse sugar
• 2 oz. Smirnoff Cucumber-Lime Zero Sugar Infusions
• 1-2 cucumber ribbons
• 1 oz. cucumber puree
• 1 oz. fresh lime juice
• 1 oz. bottled mineral water
• 1 Lime wheel
• Fresh mint sprig

Directions: Rim an old fashioned glass or tall cocktail glass with coarse sugar. Line the glass with cucumber ribbons and fill with ice. In a cocktail stirring glass, combine the Smirnoff Cucumber-Lime Zero Sugar Infusion, cucumber puree, lime juice and mineral water. Pour over ice. Garnish with cucumber ribbons, lime wheels and mint sprigs