Are you in the mood to mix something wicked on October 31? For Halloween, Belvedere Vodka is offering the most wonderfully wicked cocktails to enjoy All Hallows’ Eve. Lastly, these great tasting, spirit blends are exactly what you need to be brewing this Halloween.

Belvedere’s Wicked Mixes is a delicious collection of blood-colored blends and spooky martinis. Plus, these alcoholic drinks are the most delicious and all-natural concoctions you can serve at your annual Halloween party.

No matter what you prefer, Belvedere has a delicious mix that’ll please any crowd. Above all, your friends, family and other guests will all thank you.

Now, these libations might look a bit sinister. But Belvedere’s commitment to organic, non-GMO ingredients promises they taste delightful. To make it even better, many of these recipes are filled with everyone’s favorite fall flavors. As a result, this means all pumpkin fans and apple lovers will definitely be into this read.

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Belvedere Cinnamon Smash (photo above)

Ingredients:
– 1.25 oz Belvedere Vodka
– 0.25 oz Organic Grapefruit Chunks
– 2 dashes Ground Cinnamon
– 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
– 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
– 2-3 dashes Angostura Bitters

Directions:
– Muddle the grapefruit, lemon juice and sample syrup in a mixing glass.
– Add rest of ingredients and top with ice.
– Strain into a rocks glass and garnish with a grapefruit slice.
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Belvedere Bitter Sour

Ingredients:
– 1.0 oz Belvedere Vodka
– 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
– 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
– 1 Egg White

Directions:
– Add all ingredients to a shaker without ice and dry shake to froth egg white.
– Add ice and shake for a second time.
– Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a brandied cherry.
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Belvedere Fall Rye Martini

Ingredients:
– 2 oz Belvedere Vodka
– 0.5 oz Sweet Vermouth

Directions:
– Add all ingredients to a shaker without ice and dry shake to froth egg white.
– Add ice and shake for a second time.
– Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with branded cherry.
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Belvedere Simple Mary

Ingredients:
– 1.25 oz Belvedere Vodka
– 4 oz Tomato Juice
– 3 dashes Worcestershire Saude
– 2 dashes Tabasco
– Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Directions:
– Build the cocktail by adding all ingredients to a highball glass with ice.
– Roll contents and garnish with a lemon wedge
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Belvedere Vodka is considered the world’s first super-premium vodka. An exciting partnership pairs Belvedere and world famous chef and wellness guru Candice Kumai.

Together, they are celebrating the Art of Brunch. As a result, they are empowering at-home cooks and entertainers with special recipes by Kumai and delicious, new brunch cocktails by Belvedere Vodka.

Candice Kumai showcases several of her most impressive at-home brunch dishes. As a result, these are beautifully paired with Belvedere Vodka cocktails. Hence, they are all easy to make and perfect for year-round intimate gatherings.

As you decide how to host that perfect spring or summer party, consider these amazing suggestions. Now you can celebrate the Art of Brunch with Candice Kumai & Belvedere Vodka.

We have gathered a list of chef Kumai’s signature brunch recipes and Belvedere’s new cocktails to pair with them. Next, make you next social gathering a huge hit. Therefore, be sure to do your research and plan every phase.

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THE BELVEDERE POLSKA MARY
A refreshing take on the classic Bloody Mary, draws influence from traditional Polish Beetroot soup. A savory mix of Belvedere Vodka, tomato juice, beetroot and spices, paired with Candice’s Miso Avocado Toast.

THE BELVEDERE MORNING TWIST
A bold and energizing combination of Belvedere Vodka, coffee liqueur, ground nutmeg and coffee, with a blend of almond and hemp milk, paired with Candice’s Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies.

THE BELVEDERE POMME HIGHBALL
A light and refreshing Belvedere Vodka highball cocktail, with undertones of fresh citrus and apples, paired with Candice’s Fresh Peach Ginger Cobbler

THE BELVEDERE BRUNCH BLISS
A delightful combination of sweet and tart flavors featuring Belvedere Vodka, fresh lime juice, honey, a dash of bitters, and finished with a kombucha float, paired with Candice’s Toasted Almond Sticky Buns.

THE BELVEDERE SPICE OF LIFE
A savory cocktail to pair with a sweet brunch dish, is made with Belvedere Vodka, fresh squeezed carrot and lemon juice, ginger syrup, a touch of miso powder, and garnished with a dash of chilli flakes, paired with Candice’s Sweet Potato Pancakes.

THE BELVEDERE RUBIN
A crisp and fruity combination of Belvedere Vodka, grapefruit & orange juices, a hint of green tea, vermouth and tonic water creates a light and refreshing summer drink, paired with Candice’s Sundried Tomato and Mushroom Frittata.

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This year, June 19 is National Martini Day and what better way to celebrate but with GREY GOOSE Vodka. Get together with friends and family and enjoy the popular martini.

A martini is a great tasting cocktail that’s made with both gin and vermouth, then commonly garnished with an olive or a twist of lemon peel.

Popular since the late 1800’s, the martini was a favorite drink during the time of Prohibition because gin was so easy to make back then. Many bootleggers even made gin in a bathtub.

In the 20th century, the martini was a favorite of many well known people including – John D. Rockefeller, James Bond, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Ernest Hemingway, Humphrey Bogart and Clark Gable.

The martini faded in popularity as other cocktails like the margarita become the drink of choice in bars, social events and parties. But in the 1990’s, the martini made a return to prominence and once again seen in the signature martini glass.

As the martini became more popular, it started to be made with vodka among other spirits. Bars started serving them with various fruity or sweet additives. That’s how the “apple-tini” was born.

As America’s classic cocktail, the martini tastes great with GREY GOOSE Vodka. We want to share 2 delicious martini recipes from GREY GOOSE Vodka – the Original Classic Martini for beginners and the VX Martini Exceptionelle for experts only.

GREY GOOSE Original Classic Martini
Ingredients:
2 Parts GREY GOOSE Original
½ Part NOILLY PRAT® Original French Dry Vermouth
1 Dash Orange Bitters

Method:
1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
2. Add NOILLY PRAT Original French Dry Vermouth.
3. Stir to coat ice and strain out.
4. Add GREY GOOSE Vodka and bitters, if desired, and stir well.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Present with an olive or lemon twist.

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GREY GOOSE VX Martini Exceptionelle
Ingredients:
2.5 oz. GREY GOOSE VX
Absinthe rinse
Spray of honey water
Garnish or skewer of frozen grapes

Method:
1. Rinse absinthe in glass.
2. Stir VX over ice and strain in martini glass.
3. Spray honey water into glass.
4. Garnish with frozen grapes, a peach slice, or no garnish at all.

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This Saturday at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky will be the 141st running of the world famous Kentucky Derby horse race. This popular event is often referred to as “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports.”

Grey Goose® Vodka is proud to once again support the Kentucky Derby. This year marks the 11th year of involvement by Grey Goose Vodka. As the horses take center stage at Churchill Downs, cheer on your favorite with delicious tasting, super-premium Grey Goose cocktails!

Starting in 2006 and now a truly Kentucky Derby tradition, Grey Goose will feature the Grey Goose Oaks Lily cocktail. This great tasting drink is the official cocktail of the Kentucky Oaks races, which will be held May 1st at Churchill Downs. This specialty cocktail is made with Grey Goose Original, cranberry juice, orange liquor and a blackberry and lemon garnish. The cocktail will be served served in a commemorative glass.

GREY GOOSE OAKS LILY
Ingredients:
1 Oz Grey Goose® Original
1⁄2 Oz Fresh Lemon Juice
1⁄2 Oz Simple Syrup
3 Oz Cranberry Juice
Splash of Orange Liquor
Method: Fill glass slightly above rim with cubed ice. Pour ingredients in order listed to 1⁄2 inch from top of glass. Stir slowly and present with a fresh blackberry and a slice of lemon

In addition to the Grey Goose Oaks Lily vodka cocktail, also enjoy All the King’s Horses and root for your favorite horse. This year’s Kentucky Derby race is expected to be very competitive. Two favorites in this year’s field are 3-year olds – American Pharoah and Dortmund. Another race contender may be Carpe Diem.

Aptly named, All the King’s Horses is a nobly-inspired cocktail. The name was inspired by “The King” Todd Pletcher, who is a seven-time Eclipse Award winner as Outstanding Trainer of the Year. The All the King’s Horses is made with Grey Goose Le Melon plus fresh grapefruit juice and spicy jalapeno.

ALL THE KING’S HORSES
Ingredients:
1⁄2 Oz Grey Goose® Le Melon
1 Oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
1 Oz Fresh Lemon Juice
1 Oz St. Germain
1 Jalapeno
Method: Muddle one slice jalapeno in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients and shake vigorously. Strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice and top with soda and jalapeno garnish.

In a wonderful charitable effort, proceeds from GREY GOOSE Oaks Lily sales will benefit Horses and Hope, which is a breast cancer initiative that partners up with the equine industry and look for new opportunities to offer breast cancer awareness, education, in addition to early detection through screening and treatment referral.

If you are not lucky enough to be at this year’s Kentucky Derby, enjoy watching the race with friends and family or even hosting your own Kentucky Derby party. You can make and enjoy your own Grey Goose Vodka cocktails. Don’t forget to dress for the occasion and wear your finest Southern garb.

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Ketel One

Today is National Vodka Day, so there’s no better way to enjoy it than with delicious cocktails.

Vodka comes in either a flavor-infused or natural taste and made from potatoes or wheat. Always a favorite in the cocktail world, vodka continues to also be a popular culture choice for spirit drinks.

Ketel One is proud to be a family-owned business that has carried on the vodka making tradition for eleven generations. Ketel One Vodka is made using a 300 year old family recipe. The result is one of the smoothest vodkas found anywhere.

To celebrate National Vodka Day, here are two delicious, vodka cocktail recipes from Ketel One to try at your next party or social gathering:

Ketel One Old-Fashioned
Ingredients:
1 ounce Ketel One Vodka
1/2 ounce Elderflower Liqueur
Dash of orange bitters
Preparation:
1. Add Ketel One Vodka, elderflower liqueur and orange bitters into a mixing glass filled with ice.
2. Stir contents and strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
3. Garnish with an orange slice.

Moscow Mule
Ingredients:
1 1/2 ounces Ketel One Vodka
1 ounce Ginger Beer
1/2 ounce Cranberry Juice
1/2 ounce Fresh Lime Juice
Orange Bitters
Preparation:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add Ketel One Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime Juice and Orange Bitters and shake vigorously.
3. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice and top with ginger beer.

The Rachael Ray Show

Grammy Award winning artist Fergie recently announced her partnership and part-ownership of Voli Light Vodkas.

With great tasting Voli Light Vodkas, now you can channel your inner pop star and re-create these Fergalicious cocktails with !

To help promote Fergie new venture, the celebrity singer appeared on The Rachael Ray Show, and created her own cocktails and mixed them herself!

Voli Light Vodka is the world’s first low-calorie fruit and fusion flavored vodka. Voli Light Vodkas are on average 25% to 40% lower in calories than leading brands, include natural electrolytes, and while they are flavored, they are sugar-free!

Voli Light Vodkas’ natural ingredients achieve the perfect balance of natural fruit flavors and vodka distilled from superior French wheat and pure spring water. Voli’s fusion flavors are multiple fruit flavors masterfully blended together in perfect proportion to create tastes and aromas unlike any other.

Voli Light Vodka flavors include:

• Voli Lyte- an impeccably smooth vodka with a light finish
• Voli Lemon- a strong, zesty citrus flavor paired with a mellow verbena taste
• Voli Espresso Vanilla- an awakening coffee aroma with vanilla and just a hint of sweet cocoa
• Voli Raspberry Cocoa- a heavenly blend of raspberry and cocoa that’s just sweet enough
• Voli Orange Vanilla- an orange and vanilla swirl that results in a delightful creamsicle flavor

Estimated retail price is $19.99 per bottle and is sold and served nationwide – Affordable and calorically conscious, what more could you ask for? In a world where things add up, it’s nice to subtract.

Below are several delicious cocktails with  Voli Light Vodka:

VOLI GREEN GARDEN

Bar Tools Needed: Boston shaker, measuring cup, strainer, pressure juicer, martini glass

Ingredients:
-Voli Lyte Vodka
-Cut Green Pepper
-Lime Juice
-Handful of Basil
-Organic stevia/no-calorie sweetener
-Salt and pepper for martini rim

Directions:

-Step 1: Take a handful of the green pepper and put into the shaker. Muddle the green pepper. Add in a handful of basil to the muddled green pepper. (Tearing the bunch of basil in half. No need to further muddle)
-Step 2: Add 2 oz of Voli Lyte
-Step 3: Add 1 oz Lime Juice
-Step 4: Add 1 package of organic stevia or no-calorie sweetener
-Step 5: Rim the martini glass with black pepper and salt mix
-Step 6: Mix, shake and strain into the martini glass
-Step 7: Pull a piece of basil from the bundle, smack the basil in your hand to release the oils and natural flavors and garnish the cocktail with the basil on top.

APPROXIMATE CALORIES: 100

J’ADORE CAFÉ

Bar tools needed: Boston Shaker, measuring cup, strainer, rocks glass

Ingredients:

-Voli Espresso Vanilla

-1 shot of Espresso
-Coffee Beans

-Organic stevia/no-calorie sweetener

Directions:
-Step 1: Pour 1.5 oz of Voli Espresso Vanilla into the tin
-Step 2: Add 1 Shot of Espresso
-Step 3: Add 1 Packet of organic stevia or no-calorie sweetener
-Step 4: Add ice to a rocks glass
-Step 5: Mix, shake and strain into the rocks glass

APPROXIMATE CALORIES: 100

Russian Standard Gold

Russian Standard Gold is a new luxury vodka that is made with Siberian ginseng extract.

Just launched in the United States, Russian Standard Gold uses the finest Russian ingredients, including carefully selected Siberian Golden Roots, giving it a uniquely rich, smooth taste.

Not only is Russian Standard Gold a delicious tasting vodka from Russia, but the bottle is quite unique and includes many unique design details including:

• The bottle design incorporates a proprietary motif inspired by the vyaz’ (Russian for ligature)
• About the iconic bear & eagle logo:
– The Russian Bear: A centuries-old symbol of Russians’ strength and determination, it occupies a central role in many enduring Russian fables (the Bear always faces the right/East).
– The Eagle: A centuries-old symbol of dynamism and intelligence, the double-headed eagle crest was the mark of the Czar’s family and the Imperial Russian state. It is now the official insignia of the Russian Federation (the Eagle always faces left/West).
• The unique shape and specially textured bottle of the Russian Standard Vodka is inspired by the 200 tonne bell commissioned by Tsarina Anna I, which stands at the foot of the Ivan the Great Bell Tower in Moscow.
• The spirit’s visual language is a testament to a Russian preference for rich, maximalist patterns, ornaments, and symbols in all their expressions of design, from the Fabergé egg to the Imperial carriages.
• Its gift box is embossed with a gold-foiled label expressing the tradition of Russian generosity and gift-giving.

So whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or having fun at an upcoming holiday party, Russian Standard Gold is a new spirit that should be on your “must have” list.

Russian Standard Gold is available from Russian Standard Vodka, providing of high-quality vodka and has a suggested retail price of $45.00.

For additional information about Russian Standard Gold, please visit: www.RussianStandardVodkaGold.com

I Spirit Vodka

Four Italian tastemakers have collaborated and released a classic recipe and the original Italian vodka: I Spirit.

The partnership between famed restaurateur Arrigo Cipriani (proprietor of Harry’s Bar), the enterprising Lapo Elkann of FIAT family fame, Friulian distiller Marco Fantinel and Venetian entrepreneur Francesco Cosulich, produced I Spirit Vodka which is the essence of culture, taste and Italian flavors from yesterday and today.

I Spirit is a traditional recipe from the northeastern region of Italy. The I Spirit Vodka palette is a bright crystal, with elegance on the nose. The flavor is warm and velvety, reminiscent of the ingredients from which it is made.

In 2009 at the same Harry’s Bar where Ernest Hemingway enjoyed his fine vodka, Arrigo Cipriani and Lapo Elkann − two Italians with a global outlook − get together and revive the myth of Italian vodka.

Critics have fallen in love with the great taste of I Spirit Vodka. I Spirit Vodka scoring an impressive 91 at their first tasting competition at the prestigious Ultimate Spirits Challenge in New York.

I Spirit can be served over ice, neat, or in an array of delicious tasting cocktails. I Spirit Vodka is perfectly matched with fresh Italian-grown produce, such as basil, cherry tomatoes or wild berries. I Spirit has a suggested retail price of $34.99 for a 750 ml bottle, or $39.99 for a 1 liter bottle.

Vodka Collins – I Spirit

Nothing says summer than a fun party, BBQ or an outdoor Sunday brunch with friends and family. Alcoholic cocktail drinks are a must to beat the summer heat and enjoy the company of others.

If you are looking for sophisticated cocktail that truly evokes the true Italian spirit, then consider I Spirit Vodka.

I Spirit Vodka is a five-times distilled vodka from the historic land of Friuli. I Spirit Vodka was created by Italian tastemakers Lapo Elkann of Fiat family fame, the Cipriani family, Venetian entrepreneur Francesco Cosulich and Friulian distiller Marco Fantinel.

I Spirit Vodka is also championed by Brand Manager Cesare Martini (great-grandson of the founder of Martini & Rossi, Alessandro Martini).

This Italian spirit was formed with signature Italian grace and care, launched by families whose names are synonymous with luxury and the Italian lifestyle. I Spirit is a combination of the highest quality grains, hand-selected white grapes and fresh spring water from the Italian Alps.

It seems that I Spirit Vodka is a winner with industry expoerts as well as the premium vodka spirit was awarded the Ultimate Spirits Competition in New York awarded I Spirit an impressive 91 score in their first official beverage competition.

You can find I Spirit Vodka in a variety of popular New York and New Jersey restaurants and bars, including all Cipriani locations, 90 Acres, Mailalino, Gramercy Tavern, Provocateur at the Gansevoort and more.

We have included two refreshing summertime I Spirit signature cocktail recipes to serve at your next party or event.

Vodka Collins
4/5 I Spirit Vodka
1/5 Lemon Juice
1/2 Sugar Teaspoon
Add carbonated water, slices of orange and lemon, black cherry

Vodka Gimlet
2/3 I Spirit Vodka
1/3 Lime Juice
1 Teaspoon of Powdered Sugar

This premium vodka is also available for purchase in New York and New Jersey shops, as well as online at http://www.italianwinemerchants.com/ and http://www.astorwines.com/.

Vod-K Caramel & Truffe – Luxury Vodka

There’s a new addition to the luxury Vodka market. Fryd Food & Drink has collaborated with QSLD Paris and created its own brand new vodka – Vod-k Caramel & Truffe.

QSLD was founded by Denis Boudard & his associates in 1993, and has been at the center of the French Luxury scene for more than 15 years and is strengthened on the U.S. market by his U.S. branchs QSLD New World (2003) and QLSD NYC (2010).

Vod-k Caramel & Truffe is made from exceptional products. Of course, choosing the proper ingredients is a crucial factor in any alcoholic beverage. The choice of the the high quality ingredients in Vod-k Caramel & Truffe also inspired QSLD Paris, who specializes in truffle based fine food, for the creation of the designer bottle.

The bottle evokes both tradition and purity. To highlight Vod-k’s extreme purity, QSLD Paris has decided to design a bottle reminding us of a distillery sample bottle.

Denis Boudard was quote, “I wanted to reconsider, premiumize and modernize the distillery sample bottle. The bottle of Vod-k is cylinder-shaped heavy and weighted to underline its premium character. This character is highlightened by the mat finishing of its Brown anodized metal cap. The bottom of the bottle is truffle shaped. The concept of Vod-k has been thought from the beginning to the end to create a consistent universe. Vod-k is a modern interpretation of the « demijohn ». Unique by its shape and its graphic design, Vod-k is also a decorative object. Thought to be exhibited, no detail has been left to chance.”

The clever name VOD-K is of course, derived from the common, universal name – vodka. The new brand, VOD-K should therefore be easy to remember and to understand.

Moon Mountain Vodka

As summer is nears, the makers of Moon Mountain Vodka have introduced two additional flavors to their vodka line-up – Coastal Citrus and Wild Raspberry.

Both Moon Mountain Wild Raspberry and Moon Mountain Coastal Citrus were carefully crafted in small batches, utilizing only premium ingredients.

These delicious new vodkas from Moon Mountain Vodka are made from hand-picked fresh lemons and Yuzu fruit, which delivers a bold and zesty character.

Moon Mountain Coastal Citrus is the perfect addition to a refreshing, fruit-forward cocktail like The Tropical Moon.

Made with juicy raspberries and ripe pomegranates, Moon Mountain Wild Raspberry is the perfect spirit for a refreshing cocktail like the Wild Raspberry Cooler.

You will be able to purchase both new flavors from Moon Mountain Vodka nationwide, where your favorite spirits are sold.

The Tropical Moon
Ingredients:
1 1/2 ounces Moon Mountain Coastal Citrus Vodka
3/4 ounces Lime Juice
1/2 ounce Simple Syrup
3 Lime Wedges
2 Orange Slices
Lemon Lime Soda
Procedure:
1. Muddle 2 lime wedges and 2 orange slices in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
2. Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add Moon Mountain Vodka Coastal Citrus, fresh lime juice and simple syrup.
3. Strain ingredients into a rocks glass and top off with lemon lime soda.
4. Stir gently.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Wild Raspberry Cooler
Ingredients:
1 1/2 ounces Moon Mountain Wild Raspberry Vodka
3 ounces Lemon Lime Soda
Splash Lime Juice
Slice of Lime
Procedure:
1. Fill highball glass with ice and add Moon Mountain Vodka Wild Raspberry, lemon lime soda and lime juice.
2. Stir gently.