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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Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary

Bloody MaryA classic way to ease your way into the day is with a Bloody Mary. For some people, a traditional Bloody Mary is just fine, but the Bloody Mary menu available for weekend brunch at Armsby Abbey offers some amazing, creative twists that you must try. Starting with the base, Armsby Abbey, offers a range from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, El Conquistador Blanco Tequila, Right Gin made with Black Peppercorns, Square One Organic Cucumber, Basil Vodka, their House-Infused Chipotle Vodka, Garlic Vodka, or even a Spicy Jalapeño Tequila to combine with their house-made Bloody Mary mix—mild or spicy. To garnish, add cocktail onions, Spanish olives, a lime wedge, a crispy bacon strip, or house-pickled: baby carrots, cucumber or jalapeños! To bring full closure to the drink, treat the rim with traditional salt, smoked Hawaiian sea salt, or Pepper Rim. Regardless how you like it, the options at Armsby Abbey are extensive and made right.

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Hurricane

Hurricane
The Hurricane cocktail at Smokestack Urban Barbecue, available for $5.00.

After prohibition in 1933, Pat O’Brien of New Orleans converted his speakeasy to a legitimate drinking establishment propelled to fame because of his Hurricane cocktail. Since then, restaurants and bars looking to harness the Southern flavors of Pat’s original cocktail have been able to by using his packaged mix and adding both light and dark rum. For those looking for not only a great refreshing cocktail, but with the famous Southern flare, but also looking to only spend about $5, look no further than Smokestack Urban Barbecue on Harding Street. Smooth, sweet and with the familiar aftertaste, Smokestack’s Hurricane is perfect for the Spring and Summer months.