Iceberg Floats Into Tampa Bay at VodkaFest-with Gin
Sip dozens of world class Vodkas & Gins, delight on mouth-watering delicacies enhanced with Gin and Vodka, bid at our Silent Auction, dance to the beat of the Millie Puente Band, meet American Idol's Ryan Baysden and hear his new cd from Sonic Records.
(PRWEB) November 10, 2006 -- Did you ever see an Iceberg Float? Maybe you'll taste one at the TampaBay VodkaFest-with Gin on Saturday night, November 18 at Tampa's Cuban Club in Ybor City. For the price of 3 designer cocktails ($30), taste from among 45 or more of the World's Pre-Eminent Vodkas & Gins, including Iceberg!
While you sip, we'll entertain your 'other palate' with Vodka-Infused Ceviche, "Extra Dirty" Olive Tempanade, Bruschetta, White Bean Hummus, Herb Roasted Baby New Potatoes topped with Gin Creme Fraiche, even Meatballs a la Vodka. Clear your palate with Fresh Fruit, Yogurt & Macadamia Dip infused with Citrus and Vanilla Vodkas. To help you make it from Vodka to Gin, Rush Energy Drink to the rescue, courtesy of our sponsor, Creative Loafing.
Iceberg Vodka, distilled using multiple-millenia-old water from icebergs formed in Canada's northernmost reaches, chills a hot Tampa night with Triple Distilled Vodka made from rich Canadian grains. The chiseled ice bottle snuggles comfortably in anyone's freezer, as does thier newest entry, Iceberg Gin.
The weather forecast might call for Rain, Rain Vodka, that is. This home-grown favorite is filtered with both activated charcoal and diamond dust, the costliest form of filtration in the biz. And, it's all made from organically-grown American grain.
Speaking of home-grown, Tito Beverage (that's his real name) started making Tito's Hand Made Vodka as a hobby, trying to perfect one most suitable for ultimate martini's. Tito couldn't find an investor, so, with his Vodka in hand, he grew the brand the old-fashioned way and now owns his own stills and bottling equipment.
We can talk your ear off about Van Gogh Vodka's orchard of multiple-award-winning flavors, including their newest Pomegranate, just launched. Recently, a group of tasters sampled their flavors, including Dutch Chocolate, Espresso & Double Espresso; it was a convention of smiles!
Le Grey Goose may be cooked during Holiday Season, but, this night, we only sip it. From the finest French Wheat to natural spring water filtered through Champagne limestone, every element that goes into its production ensures Grey Goose stands alone as the world's best tasting Vodka. Enjoy L'Orange, Le Citron and La Vanille too.
Little blue packages are nice; Bombay Sapphire will do just fine. The selection and balance of this gin's botanicals is based on a recipe dating back from 1761. Though the 10 botanicals in Bombay Sapphire are public knowledge, the way they are balanced remains a closely guarded secret.
There's no F in Vodka but Effen Vodka carries two! This Dutch import is distilled at a significantly lower temperature than other vodkas, eliminating the "caramelization" that causes harshness and bite on the palate. The first of its kind, Effen Black Cherry is the only ultra-premium vodka to combine natural Black Cherry and Vanilla flavors in one presentation.
Based on an original recipe created in St. Petersburg (the other one), Imperia Vodka was decreed by Czar Alexander III as "The Standard of Vodka" for the royal court in 1894. Russia is the largest Vodka market in the world. Russian Standard Vodkas, of which Imperia is the flagship, dominate that market with over two-thirds of the premium segment.
VIP guests ($50 in advance on-line, link here) will be treated to a special seminar co-hosted by New Port Richey Master Distiller Henry Kasprow of Empire Distillery & Winery along with Dori Bryant of the Polished Palate.
South Tampa Cigars extends our first 50 VIP attendees specialty cigars. Sonic Record's Ryan Baysden, American Idol performer, and the Millie Puente Band offer special performances in this more intimate setting while in-bloom "We Create, You Relax" catering serves Herb Rubbed Salmon with Citrus Vodka Cream (caviar topped) and other delights. VIP's will also receive Goody Bags filled with Imbibe Magazine, Svedka Vodka, Ruskovia Vodka, Xellent Vodka, X-Rated Fusion Liqueur, Boru Vodka mini's and more.
Hear Millie Puente on Tampa Digital at Splittsville on the evening of the 16th and tune-in for Ryan Baysden on NBC Friday morning Nov. 17. He's also making a special appearance at Gaspar's Grotto that evening.
Sip Specialty Cocktails such as the Frosty Lemon Martini, made with Boru Citrus Vodka and Pallini Limoncello, the Pink 10 Martini, made with Gin and X-Rated Fusion Liqueur and others while offering bids at our Silent Auction, benefiting the Sky Ranch Foundation.
Silent Auction items are generously donated by our participating brands, South Tampa Cigars, Heritage Sign & Display and signed collectable 'spirited' reads' are perfectly timed for the gift-giving season. You might be the first to win a bid on Orange V Vodka, made with 3 types of Florida's own plumply delicious oranges, or, on the world's first Sparkling Premium Vodka, O2. Orange V and Sparkling O2 are not sold here yet and are only available at the Silent Auction.
VIP Admission begins at 6PM; General Admission begins at 7PM. To learn more or to purchase admissions, visit www.polishedpalate.com and follow the links or link here.
Must be 21 or over
Photo ID required
Media Contact:
Dori Bryant
27-812-6005
www.polishedpalate.com
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