The Spare Room will be once again kicking off the week of festivities at Tales of the Cocktail. This event brings proprietors and bartenders from all over the country to compete in a bowling tournament for the ages- amidst the camaraderie of friendly competition and an exuberant social atmosphere, attendees will also enjoy food, libations, keepsakes, a very special surprise musical performance. Ode to the Bowl is made possible by Bacardi.
2084: Welcome to Yonderyear where anything is possible. A peek into the unknown, a wink from the unborn, the undecided, the upcoming, a whole new world, galactical or otherwise, that which remains to be seen will be celebrated with drinks, food and dancing. Some things serious, others not so, speculative forecasting about the whats and hows, whys and which cocktails of tomorrowserved with a heavy dose of probable maybes.
The Ambassadors of William Grant & Sons and their celebrity bartender friends from around the world invite you to the happiest night of your life, 69 years before it happens.
Bring: your imagination
Dress: to party
Come hang with the king of the swingers at the Official Monkey Shoulder Afterparty.
Join Monkey Shoulder galactic brand ambassador Dean Callan and special guests from 1am-3am. The location is secret, so listen for the jungle drums.
On the second floor of the historic Napoleon House, guests will enjoy hand crafted Pernod Absinthe cocktails that showcase the spirit’s ability to enhance cocktail versatility via both modern and iconic cocktails, in a fun and convivial environment.
Education will be informal, with some of the world’s best mixologists serving a diverse range of drinks that highlight the iconic spirit of Pernod Absinthe.
Bourbon Royalty Jimmy and Eddie Russell host a select group of close friends for an exclusive evening of local fare paired with Kentucky’s finest bourbon.
End your evening with a taste of Iceland from Reyka Vodka. Much like the unconventional and charming homeland of Reyka, you won't know what to expect. But you can trust it'll have you saying Skal!
At midnight on Thursday and Friday, Reyka’s Icelandic Óvart Vending Machine will appear in the lobby of the Hotel Monteleone. Be sure to get a token during the week from Reyka Ambassador, Trevor Schneider or William Grant Portfolio Ambassador, Charlotte Voisey, as the Icelandic Óvart Vending Machine only works with the token in hand.Just when you thought it was safe to come down from the trees, the official Monkey Shoulder Afterparty returns.
Join Monkey Shoulder galactic brand ambassador Dean Callan and special guests fromMidnight-2am at a Secret Location.
Jagermeister presents:
The Deer in Headlights
You are invited to The Museum of the American Cocktail & Purloo Southern Cuisine Restaurant to an exclusive sensory luncheon & private preview of the first ever Jagermeister art exhibit in the USA.
Your hosts include:
Lunch prepared by award-winning chef/proprietor:
Cocktails curated by:
For information and RSVP:
U.S. Launch of Rutte
Presented by Royal Dutch Distillers and The Bon Vivants
Featuring Master Distiller Myriam Hendrickx
19th century artisanship for the 21st century connoisseur
Friday, July 17, 2015
3:00 - 6:00pm
La Louisiane
725 Iberville Street
From the historic port city of Dordrecht in The Netherlands to the banks of the Mississippi River, Rutte, the smallest distillery in Holland, makes it’s U.S. debut at Tales of The Cocktail.
Rutte (ROOT-eh) crafts small-batch, handmade gins, genevers, and vodka in the same backroom that founder Simon Rutte used to distill his own concoctions back in 1872. The artisanal spirits are 100-percent natural with no artificial colors or flavors, and the recipes have been guarded and passed down for seven generations, refined and tailored for today’s audience. In 2011 Rutte joined De Kuyper Royal Distillers, an 11 generation family business with the same commitment to craftsmanship and heritage.
3:00 - 4:00pm
Join Rutte Master Distiller Myriam Hendrickx for an intimate, educational talk where she will introduce guests to the brand and delve into its deep history. She will then lead an in-depth tasting of Rutte’s unique products launching in the U.S.: Dry Gin, Celery Dry Gin, Old Simon Genever, and Vodka.
4:00-6:00pm
Get into the spirit by stepping off the streets of NOLA and into our Dutch port for the long awaited and much anticipated arrival of Rutte. While on this adventure you will enjoy great stories on craftsmanship and heritage and a passion for distilling. What to expect: handcrafted Rutte cocktails created by Rutte brand ambassadors, The Bon Vivants, paired with seafood, raw bar, other specialty dishes, laughter and fun.
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End your evening with a taste of Iceland from Reyka Vodka. Much like the unconventional and charming homeland of Reyka, you won't know what to expect. But you can trust it'll have you saying Skal!
At midnight on Thursday and Friday, Reyka’s Icelandic Óvart Vending Machine will appear in the lobby of the Hotel Monteleone. Be sure to get a token during the week from Reyka Ambassador, Trevor Schneider or William Grant Portfolio Ambassador, Charlotte Voisey, as the Icelandic Óvart Vending Machine only works with the token in hand.Join us for a media luncheon and learn why Robert Parker, The Robb Report and top publications around the world have named Monkey 47 “the best tasting gin in the world”
Hosted by special guest Alexander Stein, Managing Director of Black Forest Distillers and
Top Bar Monkeys Pamela Wiznitzer, Sean Hoard and Gregory Buda