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Our friends over at Halsted Vodka sent us over 12 Cocktails of Christmas recipes. Help us spread some Christmas Joy & Cheer by checking them out. I know what I’ll be doing between now and Christmas! Most likely I’ll have to double up on the testing since there are only 7 days left until Christmas!!
Take a look-see at what Halsted Vodka put together for you and don’t forget to have FUN and DRINK RESPONSIBLY!
From the Makers of Halsted Vodka:
‘Tis the season to enjoy a holiday cocktail made with All-American, handcrafted Halsted Vodka. Our mixology elves have been concocting some exiting new martini recipes inspired by Santa’s Reindeer…all 12 of them! We hope you enjoy these Christmas Cocktails as you celebrate the season with family & friends. The cocktails are made exclusively with Chicago’s delicious Halsted Vodka, which donates 15% of its profits to causes benefiting the local LGBT community.
Shake all the ingredients over ice and serve in a martini glass. Cheers!
The Halsted Dasher
A classic “pink” martini with a dash of Angostura bitters 1 oz Halsted Vodka1 oz pink grapefruit juice
A dash of Angostura bittersThe Halsted Dancer
A gingertini with fresh juice that dances on your tongue 1 1⁄2 oz Halsted Vodka
1 1⁄2 oz ginger liqueur (eg. Canton)
Squeeze of fresh lime juice
The Halsted Prancer
An espresso martini to get you prancing around the room 2 oz Halsted Vodka
1 oz cold espresso
1⁄2 oz Kahlua or simple sugar mix
The Halsted Vixen
A foxy, woodland martini with the nutty taste of Frangelico 2 oz Halsted Vodka
1 oz Frangelico
Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
The Halsted Comet
A classic martini with a sparkler
2 oz Halsted Vodka
Dash of vermouth to coat the glass & serve with a sparkler!The Halsted Cupid
A martini made with Chambord raspberry liqueur 2 oz Halsted Vodka
1 oz Pineapple juice
1/2 oz raspberry liqueur (eg. Chambord)
The Halsted Donner
Donner means “thunder” in German so here’s a dirty martini with thunderclouds. 2 oz Halsted Vodka
2 teaspoons of olive juice
Dash of vermouth to coat the glass
The Halsted Blitzen
Blitzen means “lightning” in German so a martini with a lemon “bolt” 2 oz Halsted Vodka
1⁄2 oz Limoncello
1⁄2 oz fresh lemon juice
1⁄2 oz simple sugar mix
Serve with a lemon peel garnish
The Halsted Rudolph
A maraschino cherry makes Rudolph’s famous red nose
2 oz Halsted Vodka
1 oz cranberry juice
1⁄2 oz triple sec
Dash of fresh lime juice
Serve with a maraschino cheer on a cocktail stick
The Halsted Olive
You guessed it, a classic martini with a Kalamata olive 2 oz Halsted Vodka
Dash of vermouth to coat the glass
Serve with a Kalamata
The Halsted Fireball
A hot cinnamon martini made with Fireball 2 oz Halsted Vodka
1 oz Cinnamon liqueur (eg. Fireball)
Dash of grenadine
The Halsted Clarice
A sweet chocolatini for Rudolph’s sweetheart 2 oz Halsted Vodka
1 oz Crème de Cacao
1⁄2 oz cherry brandy (or try 1 oz Kahlua)Halsted Vodka is a new concept in spirits. Founded to champion LGBT community building and human rights, it is named in honor of a unique community in Chicago. A community knit together through a shared respect for diversity and a passionate defense of human rights.
Halsted Vodka gives back to the community. 15% of the company’s founding equity and 15% of operating profits are dedicated to our causes.
Our product is a luxury vodka, hand crafted in small batches using a recipe of All-American grain and the crystal clear waters of the Rocky Mountains. Unique glass stills help us achieve exceptional levels of smoothness while giving Halsted Vodka a bold, full-bodied character worthy of our cause.
In 2013, Halsted Vodka won the prestigious GOLD MEDAL from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Proudly launched October 2012 in Chicago, Halsted Vodka is now available in selected outlets including Binny’s, Mariano’s, Andersonville Wine & Spirits and many bars & restaurants. You can buy it on line at http://www.binnys.com
We have made “15%” cash donations to The Legacy Project, Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus and Pride Films & Plays. Halsted Vodka is also supporting the Windy City Performing Arts, Chicago Rowing Union, Illinois Safe Schools Alliance, Equality Illinois, Fred Says, About Face Theatre, GLAAD, The Center on Halsted LGBT Senior Center, Lesbian Community Cares project at Howard Brown, and many more LGBT groups in Chicago.
Halsted Vodka is a Chicago owned and operated company.
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The holidays are quickly approaching meaning food, booze, travel and family introductions to your new boo are all coming up fast. It’s a combination that could go off swimmingly or crash and burn. Let’s hope your love interest knows how to keep it together.
Regardless, with the excessive onslaught of family time and stressful travel comes the need for a little relaxation, whether it’s with yourself or with your lover, who is now scarred by your family’s antics. Plus there’s no reason that your tacky sweater clad holiday can’t be as romantic as it is family-oriented, even if you are sleeping in your childhood bed. So in order to make the most of your time, plan your suitcase accordingly.
What do I mean? Pack a toy or two or at least condoms or lube, duh! Because nothing says stuff my turkey like a little turkey stuffing. Heyo.
But traveling with sex toys and all of their glorious accoutrement isn’t as easy it seems, especially if you’re flying. There are some serious sex toy travel tips you should keep in mind before you hit up TSA, check them out below and let us know what you plan to fly with this holiday season.
Leave the whips and chains at home. It’s your parents house, the S&M can wait until you get back home. These are not going to go well with TSA, whether you’re checking or carrying a bag.
Instead, opt for discrete toys that look like ordinary objects. Adam and Eve carries toys that look like lipstick, mascara and even rubber ducks. TSA won’t even think twice.
Don’t want to purchase anything new, that’s cool. Just be sure to take out your batteries before hopping on a plane, train or automobile. This will keep your toy from inevitably going off (because that’s your luck) and ensure that your batteries won’t spontaneously leak in your bag–thus ruining your toy and all of your clothes. Good luck explaining that one. Place your batteries in a separate bag and you’ll be good to go.
You will also want to lay your toy between layers of clothes. This will make your toy less obvious and keep you from having it be the first thing a TSA agent sees when inspecting your bag…don’t worry about that, that’s just, err. um. That’s my. Nevermind. But in all realness, this will also keep your toy safe during any inflight turbulence or hasty luggage throws.
Not bringing all the toys, just packing a few condoms and lubes? Keeping it light, I like that. Just don’t make the mistake of throwing your bottle of lube straight into your luggage or bathroom bag, this is a recipe for a sticky explosion and not the good kind. No matter how tight, how secure, and how unopened a bottle may be…it’s going to leak. So do yourself a favor and store it separately in a plastic bag and make sure it’s under 3 ounces.
Be prepared to get searched and have your toy found. It doesn’t matter how many times you’ve flown and not had your bag searched, this will undoubtedly be the time it happens, because that’s just how it goes. Know that TSA has seen this kind of stuff a million times. Nothing surprises them anymore, so don’t feel the need to have to explain or apologize for what’s in your bag. It’s your bag and your holiday after all, you’ll spend it how you please. Also know that any TSA member that takes it upon themselves to leave you a note about your contents will get fired. So pack to your heart’s content!
That said, check your bag if you’re planning on packing anything major. It will be a lot less hassle in the end. Batteries, separate bags and substantial padding tips still apply.
Best of luck in your travels! Happy holidays.
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Woven, LLC, has launched its website, http://www.livewoven.com. The Oklahoma City-based company provides resources to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community throughout the U.S. It is no coincidence that Woven founder and Chief Executive Officer Melinda Olbert chose October 11th as the company’s launch date.
“It seemed fitting for us to ‘come out’ with a unique, ground-breaking resource for the LGBT community on National Coming Out Day,” Olbert said. “The day carries great significance in promoting a safe world for LGBT individuals. Here at Woven, we’re dedicated to providing easy access to the services people need to have a secure future.”
The web-based company is focused on providing timely legal and financial education and resources to members of the LGBT community. The website, http://www.livewoven.com, includes educational content as well as a national provider directory comprised of attorneys, financial advisors, tax and insurance professionals who have demonstrated competence and passion in working with the unique legal and financial issues faced by LGBT couples and families.
Olbert, an Oklahoma City-based financial advisor, recognized a need for a national online resource that would empower members of the LGBT community to set up necessary financial and legal tools. She recruited Kristin Davis to step in as president of the new company due to her previous startup and management experience. Davis is committed to developing Woven to become a trusted source of educational information regarding legal and financial resources concerning the LGBT community throughout the nation.
“I feel it’s essential to ensure that all Americans have access to even the most basic legal rights that many take for granted,” said Davis. “Same-sex couples have complex needs, and it doesn’t help that the legal landscape is changing at breakneck speed. Woven makes it easy to find highly dedicated experts who understand the issues.”
Woven’s national provider directory is growing every day. Attorneys, financial advisors, CPA’s and insurance professionals who work with the LGBT community and want to be part of the Woven network can apply online at http://www.livewoven.com. For additional information, please contact kdavis@livewoven.com or 405-887-2323.
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