Category: Pairings

Welcome to Pairings, a column dedicated to the infallible union of food and drink. Join us each month as we celebrate the beverages that enhance the dishes we love in the Commonwealth.

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French 75

French 75 at Citizen Wine Bar

French 75 at Citizen Wine Bar

Known for their leadership in crafting a true cocktail, Citizen Wine Bar constantly changes what is available by challenging their bartenders. The French 75, for example, is a drink whose long and rich history backs up its excellent flavor. Combining gin, apricot, fresh lemon juice and champagne, this cocktail first originated in 1915 at the New York Bar in Paris by bartender Harry MacElhone. It was rumored that the drink got its namesake for the powerful punch it delivered to its drinker…comparing the after effects of being shelled with powerful French 75mm field artillery at that time. Through the years, there has been constant discussion on whether or not this classic cocktail is made with gin or cognac. Citizen Wine Bar uses a gin to craft an incredibly refreshing cocktail that seemed to get stronger as the drink wore on. After a long week of work, the perfect combination of alcohol and class within this cocktail is the perfect way to cap off the night.

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Honey Badger

Honey Badger

Honey Badger

You are out on the town. Not in the mood for wine, nor beer. You want a cocktail, but don’t want to walk around with a martini glass. The classics may be too bold for your taste tonight. You are looking for something that’s artfully crafted, using unique quality ingredients, and you want something with personality. You should go to Citizen Wine Bar and ask for the Honey Badger.

Inspired in name by the viral video (“The Crazy Nastyass Honey Badger”) and perfected by the masters of craft cocktails, the Honey Badger combines Pimm’s No. 1 Cup, Bärenjäger Honey Liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse, a dash of bitters, lemon, soda water, and embellished with a ball of ice. The combination of flavors come together masterfully, the presentation fun, and name is certainly a conversation starter. “Nastyass” it’s not, but a good choice it certainly is.