Spa-Tini by Phil Wills photo: B C Hill
Master Mixologist Phil Wills photo: B C Hill
This special Spa-tini was hand mixed for me by Master Mixologist Phil Wills. Phil is from the Spirits in Motion.
He worked his magic at sunset at The Flavor Experience Conference in Newport Beach. Phil updated the classic Side Car cocktail by substituting my favorite spiced rum for brandy and adding cinnamon sugar around the rim.
I asked Phil for a special drink to pair with my taste of a Lemon Piña Colada cup cake. He came up with the perfect solution, not too tart or too sweet, but just right.
I enjoyed the taste sensation of fresh lemon and crunchy sugar.
The top beverage trend for 2011 is called Mindful Mixology. Drink developers are taking a more enlightened approach to cocktails. I have noticed lighter, more refined flavors at The Flavor Experience Conference 2011. It
Phil Wills Mixing photo: B C Hill
certainly was a worthwhile experience between the workshops and tastes.
You may want to check out Spirts in Motion at http://www.thespiritsinmotion.com/.
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Brenda C. Hill
International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association
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Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.
