Taste DRINK
LEGENDS OF THE FALL Get a taste of the season with 10 oh-so-autumn libations
BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ
El Panzon y Frida Bourbon Cider, $10 Maker’s Mark Whisky gets an early holiday upgrade – the pairing of a homemade pear cider shrub and a hint of bitters for this cider with a kick. 7323 E. Shoeman Lane, Scottsdale; 480.659.1544; www.elpanzonyfrida.com. EVO Ginger Johnny, $12 ’Tis the season for deep red pomegranates, warm ginger and dark liquors. Get the full package in one cocktail featuring Jameson Caskmates, ginger, lemon and pomegranate. 4175 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale; 480.265.9811; www.evoscottsdale.com. LON’s Last Drop Pumpkin Patch Punch, $12 The Pumpkin Patch Punch includes a generous portion of Mount Gay Black Barrel Rum balanced with a mix of traditional fall spice flavors, including pumpkin puree, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic black tea. At The Hermosa Inn, 5532 N. Palo Cristi Road, Paradise Valley; 602.955.7878; www.hermosainn. com/lons-last-drop. Marcellino Ristorante Fall Foliage, $13 This fall cocktail is made with Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum, dark creme de cacao, Cointreau, and pineapple and topped with soda water. The glass is rimmed with cinnamon-sugar crystals and garnished with a green apple wedge for added festive fun. 7114 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale; 480.990.9500; www.marcellinoristorante.com. Olive & Ivy Apple Jalapeno Margarita, $11 Who said margaritas are a summer drink? Made with Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, Ancho Reyes Verde Chile Liqueur, green apple sour, and cinnamon, this concoction is sure to warm you up as the temps dip down. 7135 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale; 480.751.2200; www.oliveandivyrestaurant.com.
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Perk Eatery How Do You Like Dem Apples, $12 Knob Creek Bourbon, Campari and lemon juice mingle with real apple cider and sweet maple syrup for a very happy holiday effect. 6501 E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale; 480.998.6026; www.perkeatery.com. Sushi Roku Ginger Snap, $15 This take on a classic fall treat is complete with the wonderful aromas of fresh gingersnaps and none of the baking hassle. Sip on Wild Turkey Honey Whiskey, Peychaud’s bitters, lemon, mint, and, of course, ginger. At W Scottsdale, 7277 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale; 480.970.2121; www.innovativedining.com. The Country Club at DC Ranch Moonshine Apple Pie Cocktail, $10 Apple Pie Moonshine from American Born is combined with a little lemon juice and simple syrup then topped with Angry Orchard Crisp Apple cider for a taste as refreshing as the cool autumn air. 9290 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale; 480.342.7200; www.ccdcranch.com. True Food Kitchen Orchard Bourbon Sour, $12 Apple, lemon and Buffalo Trace Bourbon infused with orange and cinnamon in-house give this slightly sour craft cocktail a little spice and everything nice. 15191 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale; 480.265.4500; www.truefoodkitchen.com. twenty6 Pumpchata Martini, $13 Fall flavors are screaming from this sinful treat that features Kahlua, RumChata, Starbucks Pumpkin Spice syrup, and a touch of whipped cream with nutmeg. At JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, 5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix; 480.293.5000; www.jwdesertridge.com.