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This summer, Bravo filmed its 19th season of “Top Chef” in Kentucky, highlighting all that the Bluegrass State has to offer, and in tonight’s episode airing at 9/8c, the cast visit our very own Maker’s Mark Distillery!  While the episode will only last sixty minutes, the collaboration between Bravo’s “Top Chef” and Maker’s Mark will extend much longer in the form of…

A limited edition bottle of Maker’s Mark Private Select, created in partnership with the cast and launching on December 14th at the distillery and select Kentucky retailers for $79.99.

These full recipes and images featured on the episode that have since been integrated into the menu at their on-campus restaurant, Star Hill Provisions. Below is the winning recipe.

Spoon Bread With Étouffée Sauce

YIELD: 4 PORTIONS

This recipe dazzled the judges on Bravo’s Top Chef. The same thing happened at Maker’s Mark when we prepared it ourselves. You can see our effort pictured here. The recipe is the creation of Nini Nguyen, who was raised in New Orleans and is the daughter of Vietnamese immigrants. This is apparent in her cooking, which embraces the rich culinary cultures of both Vietnam and Louisiana. You can enjoy the New Orleans part of this equation at home by trying your hand at this episode-winning recipe. Loretto, Ky., makes a showing here too with a Maker’s Mark deglaze.

Reebok Classic is kicking off the season with the launch of its Newest Aztrek colorways and complimentary electric blue tracksuit, bringing to life the street style and creative culture of the 90s. This trailblazing launch inspires individuals to rebel against the mainstream and embrace their differences as sources of creativity.

Originally designed in 1993, the Aztrek changed the game as an innovative runner that forged its own path to a legendary reputation in sneaker culture. Daring, bold and brash for its time, the Aztrek franchise continues to celebrate this heritage through this newest iteration. Launching in bright new colorways, CRUSHED COBALT/SOLAR YELLOW and PINK FUSION/URBAN VIOLET, the Aztrek OG features a lightweight Hexalite technology for cushioning, a medial EVA midsole for shock absorption and motion control, and a diamond studded outsole for stability and traction on all terrains. The wearer will challenge the conformity of today’s culture and feel encouraged to express themselves through unique one-of-a-kind looks that allow them to own their vibe, without worrying about what anyone else is doing.

Looking for something different this holiday season? Make your holiday wishes come true with the Very Merry Sparkling Raspberry Rosé, because we believe that every season is rosé season. Hosting a full house? Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle, skip the individual cocktails. Easy-to-make Holi-yay Punch is the best way to please all your friends and family without the hassle of having to make everyone their own glass.

Also, if you haven’t heard Smirnoff Seltzer announced that they are spending up to $50,000 and upgrading travelers from their coach middle seats – a nice bump worth up to $3,125 for each adult entrant selected this holiday season!

Very Merry Sparkling Raspberry Rosé

Ingredients:

• 4 oz. Smirnoff Spiked Sparkling Seltzer Raspberry Rosé
• 1 oz.  Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
• 2 oz Raspberry juice
• Raspberries for garnish

Directions:

First, rim the champagne glasses with edible glitter. Next, pour in raspberry juice, Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka and top with Smirnoff Spiked Sparkling Seltzer Raspberry Rosé. Garnish with raspberries and sprig of mint or rosemary.

Holi-yay Punch

Ingredients:

• 2 bottles Smirnoff Ice Strawberry
• 2 bottles Smirnoff Ice Original
• 1.5 cups Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
• 4 cups Blood Orange Juice
• 4 cups Pomegranate
• 1/4 cup simple syrup - optional
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• Sliced strawberries
• Blood orange slices
• Pomegranate arils
• Fresh mint leaves

Directions:

First, mix everything together into a punch bowl or large pitcher, except Smirnoff Ice Original. Next, pour punch into glasses, top with Smirnoff Ice Original and garnish with mint leaves, pomegranate arils, strawberries and blood orange slice.

Tis the season to have fun with family and friends. As you get together to celebrate the holidays we here at MANjr want to let you know about some great cocktail ideas from Crown Royal.

Whether you are looking for an Old Fashioned or trying a sparkling vanilla cider Crown Royal and it’s many varieties will server all your needs. Here are a few recipes that you and your friends will be able to try out. As always Crown Royal reminds you to enjoy responsibly. If you’re new to angling, the various types of fishing reels on offer can be confusing. But don’t be surprised – choosing the right reel is a dilemma as old as the hills. As any angler will tell you, knowing the pros and cons of each type of reel can make or break your day on the water. Read best types of fishing reels at Fishreeler.com. Thankfully, things are a lot easier than they might seem, and today, you’re going to learn how to choose your own. Which fishing reel is right for you? The three types of fishing reels we covered might serve a similar purpose, but as you just saw, they are very different.

Crown Royal Holiday Sour

·         1.5 oz CR Deluxe

·         .75 oz Lemon juice

·         .75 oz Cinnamon Syrup

·         Float red wine

·         Shake/Rocks/Float dry red wine/Orange wedge

Crown Royal Sparkling Vanilla Cider.

·         2 oz CR Vanilla

·         2 oz Apple cider

·         .5 oz Lemon juice

·         Top up with Ginger beer

·         Shake/Highball/Top up with ginger beer/Apple slices

Crown Royal XR Old Fashioned.

·         1.5 oz CR XR

·         .25 oz Maple syrup

·         2 dashes Angostura bitters

·         Stir/Rocks/Orange twist

This week Budweiser and Jim Beam Bourbon will recognize and celebrate a historic day in America – Repeal Day – the official end of Prohibition. December 5th will mark the 85th anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition, and the iconic brands, each with impressive Prohibition survival stories, are calling on drinkers 21+ to celebrate responsibly on this momentous day.

“Prohibition is not only a part of Budweiser’s longstanding history but America’s too,” said Monica Rustgi, vice president of marketing for Budweiser. “Each year, we use December 5th as an opportunity to appreciate the right to drink in America and we’re excited to extend the celebration to drinkers across the country.”

On December 5th, Budweiser and Jim Beam are rallying the industry and the country for Repeal Day, from office-wide events to local bar takeovers. Budweiser will start with inviting employees to end the day early to celebrate, while both brands will encourage employees to toast their right to enjoy America’s two iconic beverages at 5:32 pm – the exact minute Repeal was ratified 85 years ago. The two brands will also host Prohibition-era celebrations across the country.

People across New York City will enjoy Repeal Day alongside the iconic Budweiser Clydesdales as they march through the streets delivering beer just like they did in D.C. to deliver the first legal batch of beer post-Prohibition. The Budweiser Clydesdales were first gifted to August A. Busch Sr. from his sons to celebrate Repeal and serve as a reminder of the prosperous days the company enjoyed prior to prohibition. Budweiser will also deploy Out of Home displays across the country, inviting fellow brewers in the industry to join in the Repeal Day celebration, while also calling upon beer drinkers everywhere to wear red bow tie as they enjoy their right to drink on December 5th.

Jim Beam, a brand that dates back to 1795 but paused production during Prohibition, will commemorate the holiday with a range of retail programming including speakeasy parties across the country.

“Jim Beam’s been doing things the right way in Kentucky for over 200 years – even during Prohibition, when my great-granddad James B. Beam waited until Repeal to rebuild our distillery and continue producing bourbon,” said Jim Beam’s 7th generation Master Distiller Fred Noe. “We figure the anniversary of Repeal may not be a national holiday, but it’s still grounds to celebrate. And we’re thrilled to raise a glass alongside our friends at Budweiser to honor this historic moment.”

The World’s most valuable beer brand and the World’s No. 1 bourbon brand share impressive histories of persevering through Prohibition while they were unable to produce their signature products. Both brands have thrived in the decades since Repeal; and earlier this year, Budweiser Brewmasters and Jim Beam’s 7th Generation Master Distiller Fred Noe came together to create a first-ever collaboration brew, Budweiser Reserve Copper Lager, to celebrate the Repeal of Prohibition. Copper Lager, the third installment in Budweiser’s successful Reserve Collection, is on shelves now and the drink of choice for this occasion.

To learn more about Repeal Day and Budweiser Reserve Copper Lager, visit Budweiser and Jim Beam.