The Wonder of the Cocktail Concludes with Grand Tasting

The multi-day The Wonder of the Cocktail event wrapped up with a Grand Tasting in Foxwoods’ Grand Ballroom on June 22. Brescome Barton sales managers and brand representatives were on hand as guests enjoyed cocktails and tastes of select wine and spirits, along with hors d’oeuvres. The event was sponsored by Macallan, Aperol, Pernod Ricard, Beam Suntory, Malibu, Don Q and Stoli.

: A display of Ardbeg Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare Whisky.

: Michael Murphy, Wine Manager, Brescome Barton with Glenmorangie.

: Sean Butler, Zone Manager; Megan Litke, Account Development Manager; and Jillian Carey, Sales Representative, all of Brescome Barton.

: Eliza Ryan, Vine Ventures, pouring Stoli Cucumber Flavored Vodka for a guest.

: Rob Hagerman, Sales Representative and Adam Arpin, Beer Portfolio Manager, both of Brescome Barton.

: Sarah Alokones, Divisional Sales Manager, Brescome Barton, with Don Julio 1942 Tequila.

: Jeremy Fonicello, Sr. Market Manager, Edrington, with The Macallan Edition No. 4 Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

: Kristy Chappell, Account Development Manager, Brescome Barton, with Michter’s Bourbon.

: Stephanie Federman with Don Julio Tequila.

: Volunteers Krystell Pewtherer and Chelsea Arpin.

: Jessica Strickland and Amber Frost, Vine Ventures, with the Botanist Islay Dry Gin.

: Harrison Love, Sales Representative, Brescome Barton, with Maker’s 46 Bourbon.

: Gina Massinino and Tina Elias, showcasing Jagermeister.

: Evan Beaz, Brescome Barton, pouring Three Olives Rosé for a guest.

: Candace Dritschler and Bar Professional Anthony DeSerio, who was the evening’s featured mixologist.

: The Paper Plane cocktail, a blend of Russell’s Reserve 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Averna Anna and Aperol Lemon.

: A display of Josh Cellars Chardonnay.

: Giancarlo Cowan, Remy Martin and Chris Riesbeck, Westland Distillery, with Sherry Wood Westland American Single Malt Whiskey.

: Hennessy XO Cognac.

: Joyann Biscette showcasing The Macallan; Jeremy Fonicello, Senior Market Manager, Edrington; and Donna Taylor showcasing Highland Park Valkyrie Scotch Whisky.