Spring is finally here. If you live in the Northeast like myself you are ecstatic that winter is in the rear view mirror. The snow may still be here on the ground, but it is melting. The colder temps seem to be rising and people are looking to spend time outside. This calls for a celebration. Why not enjoy a nice cocktail to welcome in Spring?
Check out the recipes below for a variety of cocktails made with Bulleit Rye, Crown Royal Regal Apple, and the new Captain Morgan Grapefruit Rum. Not a spirits drinker? No worries we got you covered with a wine spritzer recipe with the recently launched Chateau La Paws Chardonnay.
Bulleit Rye Smash
1.25 oz. Bulleit Rye
1 oz. simple syrup
3 wedge(s) lemon(s)
3 piece(s) mint sprig
3 dash(es) bitters
In an ice filled shaker combine all the ingredients. Shake vigorously. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with a mint sprig.
Golden Delicious 
1.5oz. Crown Royal Regal Apple
1oz. Pineapple Juice
1 Dash angostura bitters
Add ingredients to high ball. Top with ginger ale and lemon garnish.
Palomaloha
1.5 oz. Captain Morgan Grapefruit Rum
Juice of ½ lime
Grapefruit soda to top
Fill tall glass with ice. Pour in Captain Morgan Grapefruit Rum, lime juice and grapefruit soda. Garnish with grapefruit wedge.
Spritz Tzu
3 oz. Chateau La Paws Chardonnay
1 oz. Elderflower Liqueur
2 oz. Club Soda
Lemon Twist
Fill rocks glass with ice. Pour in Chateau La Paws Chardonnay, elderflower liqueur and club soda. Garnish with lemon twist.