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Cocktails for History

Sonny, at The Citizen, concocting different cocktails to see what will be served at the Harvey Ball

Anthony, at The Citizen, concocting different cocktails to see what will be served at the Harvey Ball

One of the world’s most iconic symbols has its roots in Worcester – the Smiley Face was first created as part of a moral boosting campaign for a local insurance company. This year marks the 50th anniversary of its introduction, and to celebrate the Worcester Historical Museum  is incorporating that recognizable symbol into their annual “Harvey Ball” in an exciting and delicious way.

The "Liquid Smile" posing with two Smiley Faces during the committee cocktail tasting.The Museum has enlisted Niche Hospitality, home to Worcester’s foremost talent in the craft cocktail movement, to construct cocktails inspired by the Smiley Face’s 50th anniversary and make them available the night of the event.

Volunteers from the Harvey Ball committee joined mixologist, Anthony Verdini, at the Citizen Wine Bar to taste several preliminary cocktails. From these cocktails—created with some of the finest liquors, craft garnishes, and traditional techniques — two were chosen by the committee to be served at the gala. The third libation will be decided with the help of the public so…. go to the Citizen Wine Bar and order one of these great drinks and help decide the winner. Tell WorcesterScene what your favorite drink is. Comments (along with “likes” and “shares”) will be tallied from the cocktail profiles, Facebook page, and Twitter profiles.

Committee Taste Test at the Still & Stir within Citizen Wine Bar

 

Order and Vote

The Harvey Bomb
The Harvey Bomb
The Liquid Smile
The Liquid Smile
The Twister
The Twister
The Jackie O
The Jackie O
The Moon Shot
The Moon Shot
The Abbey Hoffman
The Abbie Hoffman

More About The Harvey Ball 2014

Thursday, October 2, 2014 at Worcester Historical Museum
Come celebrate all things Worcester on the 50th anniversary of the creation of the world famous Worcester original SmileyFace and join us as we present the 14th annual Harvey Ball Smile Award to Charles P. Ball.

  • 6:00pm Smile Celebration, Cocktails/Cash Bar
  • Special Exhibition 38.6: A Photographic Homage to Worcester
  • 7:30pm Welcome, Silent and Live Auctions
  • 8:15pm Award presentation, followed by dessert and dancing
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On Second Thought

David Delany, Jr creating the award winning On Second Thought

David Delany, Jr creating the award winning On Second Thought

When it comes to Craft Cocktails in Worcester, you need not look any further than Niche Hospitality’s establishments, especially Citizen Wine Bar and Still & Stir, both located at One Exchange Place. Masters of creating classic drinks as well as introducing their own new and unique ones, the bartenders of Niche believe they are a combination of artist, scientist and ambassador. They  research and recreate libations of years past as accurately as possible, while at the same time incorporating new ingredients and techniques to bring their patrons wonderful new taste sensations. They use the best and freshest ingredients in correct proportions, along with proper ice, glassware and methods of mixing to bring customers a perfectly balanced drink, specifically made their individual taste. 

While all the bartenders of Niche strive for excellence, David Delaney, Jr doesn’t need to prove his craft anymore. Although he has wowed Worcester patrons for years, Mr. Delaney can now be called a “world champion” as he took home the championship title at the Angostura Global Cocktail Challenge in Trinidad and Tobago on February 19th.

One cocktail that brought the crowds to belly-up was “On Second Thought.” Mr. Delaney entered this same cocktail into the 2010 competition but knew it wasn’t perfect so this year refined the recipe and found success.  The cocktail consists of Applejack, Benedictine, Cherry Heering, Maple Syrup, fresh lemon juice, and the most important ingredient, five dashes of Angostura® aromatic bitters.

Combined in precisely tested proportions and garnished with a de-hydrated, cinnamon dusted lemon wheel, the “On Second Thought” should be the first thought on anyone’s mind when looking to enjoy one of the most deliberate, and celebrated around the world, craft cocktails. Be certain to drop by Citizen Wine Bar or Still & Stir and try one for yourself. 

To learn more about David Delaney, Jr and the Angostura Global Cocktail Challenge visit the story on GoLocalWorcester: Worcester Bartender Wins International Cocktail Competition.