September 14th Weekly Selections

Beer of the Week
Okto

The full body and malty flavor make Widmer Oktoberfest an ideal beverage for the Fall season. As the style dictates the hopping is delicate enough to allow the malty character to dominate, yet still provides a floral aroma and finish.goes well with grilled bratwurst, Burgers & other Hearty Fall Fare.

Spirit of the Week
Sailor Jerry Spiced Navy Rum

Notes: Considerably higher proof than Captain Morgan or Admiral Nelson (both are 70 proof or 35%), sourced from the Virgin Islands Appearance: Clear, gold colored, no sediment whatsoever. On swirling, it leaves a thin, but tenacious clear coat on the inside of the glass, then develops some droplets on the edge line.First Impression: Cherry, tobacco, vanilla, cloves, cinnamon, caramel. A lot going on here and fighting for attention. Caramel and cherry start to push to the fore after a bit. Taste: Dark fruits and spices. Heavy bodied with lots of cherry and caramel followed by other spices. Drinks: Stands up to almost every other ingredient you throw at it in a umbrella drink. More assertive than most spiced rums, in a ponderous way. Cigars: White Owl.
Final Thoughts: Frankly, I am not a flavored rum fan. I don't see the point. That being said, this is much better than a number of the other flavored rums out there I have had in the past. Also you are getting a higher proof for the same or less money than the ubiquitous Captain Morgan so we give it extra value points. Review by Chris Carlsson.

Wine of the Week
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2008

#40 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2008! Pale straw with touches of green. Delightful hints of tropical fruits are accented by aromas of citrus and the traditional New Zealand herbaceous notes. Ripe stone fruit, citrus and tropical flavors mingle with the soothing herbaceous notes. Nice acidity with a touch of sweet passion fruit add to the full, crisp finish. "Fragrant and complex, with a refreshing burst of lime, guava, grapefruit and grass flavors. Wet stone, passion fruit and oyster shell accents add interest, with bright acidity highlighting the vivid finish. Another outstanding Sauvignon from a perennial success. Drink now." 91 Points Wine Spectator

Cocktail of the Week (Over the next few weeks we will be posting Football themed cocktails)
First and Ten

• 3oz Gin
• 2oz of Each of the following juices: Orange, Pineapple, Grapefruit, Cranberry, Lemon and Lime.
• Dash of Grenadine
• Splash of club soda
• Float dark rum (gently pour down the back of a spoon so that it sits on top of the drink)

Combine all fruit juices and gin in a large shaker half filled with ice. Strain into two Collins glasses filled with ice. Top with grenadine, soda water and rum. (Makes 2 9oz servings)