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		<title>Salsa Street Tokyo 2026 Recap: Red Eye Louie’s Official Japan Consumer Launch</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:52:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the Red Eye Louie’s Salsa Street Tokyo 2026 recap. We officially launched our blended spirits to Japanese consumers at Yoyogi Park. Get event highlights and check our upcoming Rakuten availability.]]></description>
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				<div class="et_pb_text_inner"><h2 data-path-to-node="2">Salsa Street Tokyo 2026 Recap: Red Eye Louie’s Official Japan Consumer Launch</h2>
<p data-path-to-node="1">Following the industry showcase at <a href="https://redeyelouies.com/foodex-2026-recap-red-eye-louies-launch-in-the-asian-market/">FoodEx Japan,</a> Red Eye Louie’s held its official consumer launch party at Salsa Street 2026. This event marked the first time Japanese consumers could taste and purchase our blended spirits in a public festival setting.</p>
<p data-path-to-node="2">The festival, themed Viva la Primavera, took place at Yoyogi Park and served as a celebration of Latin culture, music, and dance.</p></div>
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				<span class="et_pb_image_wrap "><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="800" height="800" src="https://redeyelouies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Salsa-Street.webp" alt="Brand Engagement: Visitors at FoodEx Japan 2026 holding Red Eye Louie’s branded merchandise and keychains." title="Salsa Street" srcset="https://redeyelouies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Salsa-Street.webp 800w, https://redeyelouies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Salsa-Street-480x480.webp 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw" class="wp-image-21580" /></span>
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				<div class="et_pb_text_inner"><h2 data-path-to-node="3">Salsa Street Tokyo Event Performance and Consumer Reception</h2>
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<p data-path-to-node="4">The response from the public was overwhelming! Over the two day event, we served more than four cases of our blended spirits. This volume indicates a strong interest in the unique flavor profiles of our tequila and rum blends among local residents and visitors alike.</p>
<p data-path-to-node="5">Attendees at Yoyogi Park had the opportunity to pair our spirits with traditional Latin cuisine while enjoying live salsa and bachata performances. The atmosphere of the festival provided an ideal environment for our first direct interaction with the Japanese market.</p></div>
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<p data-path-to-node="7">The festival was held in the heart of Tokyo at the Yoyogi Park Zelkova Trees and Events Square.</p>
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<td><span data-path-to-node="8,1,1,0">Salsa Street Festival Viva la Primavera</span></td>
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<td><span data-path-to-node="8,3,1,0">March 14 to March 15, 2026</span></td>
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<td><span data-path-to-node="8,4,1,0">10:00am to 7:00pm</span></td>
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<p>Look out for more from <a href="https://wsavannast.com/events/salsa-street/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">West Savannah Street Co., Ltd.</a>! </p>
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<p data-path-to-node="10">We are moving quickly to make our products accessible to those who visited us at the festival. We are pleased to announce that Red Eye Louie’s spirits will soon be available for purchase online through Rakuten.</p>
<p data-path-to-node="11">You can find our official product listings and prepare for the upcoming launch by visiting our Rakuten store page: <response-element class="" ng-version="0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER"><link-block _nghost-ng-c2471861904="" class="ng-star-inserted"><a _ngcontent-ng-c2471861904="" target="_blank" rel="noopener" externallink="" _nghost-ng-c1255614514="" jslog="197247;track:generic_click,impression,attention;BardVeMetadataKey:&#091;&#091;&quot;r_dd9c5177baa482f8&quot;,&quot;c_325026655014eb37&quot;,null,&quot;rc_3ec7cafeebbb0d5f&quot;,null,null,&quot;en&quot;,null,1,null,null,1,0&#093;&#093;" href="https://item.rakuten.co.jp/bpihotsky/cl-rel/?s-id=top_normal_browsehist&amp;xuseflg_ichiba01=10002462" class="ng-star-inserted" data-hveid="0" decode-data-ved="1" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwihitG2rM-TAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQtQI">Red Eye Louie&#8217;s on Rakuten</a></link-block></response-element></p>
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<p data-path-to-node="13">Our time at Salsa Street 2026 confirmed that there is a dedicated audience for blended spirits in Tokyo. We look forward to continuing our expansion and participating in future community events that celebrate the blend of different cultures and flavors.</p></div>
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<p>Turn up the flavor and bring the spirits beyond the glass. These booze infused recipes take your favorite desserts and fresh fruits to the next level by weaving in the bold character of Red Eye Louie’s Immoral® lineup.</p>
<p>From the warm spice of rum-soaked grilled pineapple to melon bites kissed with vodka and citrus, each recipe is crafted to surprise, delight, and spark conversation at any gathering.</p>
<p>Whether you’re serving up creamy white chocolate fudge brightened with botanical gin, drizzling rum caramel over a decadent cake, or digging into maple-bourbon comfort with a pudding style finish, these creations prove that great spirits belong in the kitchen just as much as behind the bar.</p>
<p>Sweet, spirited, and unapologetically indulgent this is dessert done the Red Eye Louie’s way.</p>
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<li role="presentation">Drain pineapple (reserve rum if desired).</li>
<li role="presentation">Toss pineapple with cinnamon sugar and cayenne until evenly coated.</li>
<li role="presentation">Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high.</li>
<li role="presentation">Grill pineapple 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly caramelized.</li>
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<p><span><b>Tasting Notes</b><br /><em>Sweet caramelized pineapple layered with warm baking spice and subtle heat. The spiced rum enhances the natural fruit sugars for a bold, tropical finish.</em></span></p></div>
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				<div class="et_pb_text_inner"><h2><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Cottontail Martini</span></h2>
<p><span><b data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Ingredients</b></span></p>
<p><span><b>Cake</b></span></p>
<ul data-start="2587" data-end="2831">
<li>
<p role="presentation">2½ cups all-purpose flour</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">4.5 oz instant vanilla pudding mix</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 tbsp baking powder</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cup sugar</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ tsp salt</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup vegetable oil</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup Red Eye Louie’s RumQuila</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup orange juice</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup milk</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 tbsp orange zest</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>RumQuila Caramel Sauce</b></span></p>
<ul data-start="2862" data-end="2976">
<li>
<p role="presentation">¼ cup water</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cup sugar</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup unsalted butter</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">¼ cup heavy cream</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup Red Eye Louie’s RumQuila</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<p><span><b>Cake</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 10-inch bundt pan.</li>
<li role="presentation">Mix all cake ingredients on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.</li>
<li role="presentation">Pour into pan and bake 1 hour or until golden and set.</li>
<li role="presentation">Cool slightly, then invert onto serving platter.</li>
</ol>
<p><span><b>RumQuila Caramel Sauce</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Heat sugar and water until dissolved, then boil until deep amber.</li>
<li role="presentation">Remove from heat; stir in butter, then cream (mixture will bubble).</li>
<li role="presentation">Stir in RumQuila.</li>
<li role="presentation">Pour over cake, allowing sauce to seep into holes if desired.</li>
</ol>
<p><span><b>Tasting Notes</b><br /><em>Moist, citrus-kissed cake infused with warm RumQuila and topped with rich caramel. Deep, buttery sweetness balanced by subtle orange brightness.</em></span></p>
<ol>
<li style="list-style-type: none;"></li>
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<p><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul data-start="1016" data-end="1173">
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 small seedless watermelon</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cantaloupe</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 honeydew melon</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cup pineapple juice</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cup Red Eye Louie’s Immoral® Vodka</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup triple sec</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Slice melons in half and remove seeds from cantaloupe and honeydew.</li>
<li role="presentation">Use a melon baller to scoop fruit into a shallow container (about 7½ cups total).</li>
<li role="presentation">Add pineapple juice, vodka, and triple sec.</li>
<li role="presentation">Toss gently to submerge fruit.</li>
<li role="presentation">Cover and freeze until partially frozen, or chill for several hours before serving.</li>
</ol>
<p><span><b>Tasting Notes</b><br />Juicy, refreshing melon infused with citrus and smooth vodka warmth. Light, fruity, and dangerously easy to enjoy.</span></p>
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<p><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul data-start="3749" data-end="4099">
<li>
<p role="presentation">6 tbsp unsalted butter</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup superfine sugar</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 overripe banana, mashed</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 large egg</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cup whole milk</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cup all-purpose flour</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 tbsp baking powder</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">Pinch of salt</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">¾ cup pure maple syrup</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ cup light brown sugar</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">2 tbsp Red Eye Louie’s WhisQuila</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">¼ cup finely chopped or half pecans</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">Vanilla ice cream (for serving)</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Preheat oven to 375°F. Melt butter in a 2-quart baking dish.</li>
<li role="presentation">Whisk in sugar and mashed banana. Add egg and milk; mix well.</li>
<li role="presentation">In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into batter.</li>
<li role="presentation">Heat maple syrup, brown sugar, and ½ cup hot water for 1 minute. Stir in WhisQuila.</li>
<li role="presentation">Drizzle syrup mixture over batter (do not stir).</li>
<li role="presentation">Sprinkle pecans on top.</li>
<li role="presentation">Bake 40 minutes until golden. Cool slightly and serve with ice cream.</li>
</ol>
<p><span><b>Tasting Notes</b><br /><em>Warm banana sweetness layered with maple richness and smooth WhisQuila depth. Soft, pudding-like texture with nutty crunch and a cozy caramelized finish.</em></span></p>
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<p><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul data-start="1716" data-end="1872">
<li>
<p role="presentation">12 oz (2 cups) white chocolate chips</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">2 lbs (about 8 cups) confectioner’s sugar</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 cup Red Eye Louie’s Immoral® Gin</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">Zest of 2 limes (optional)</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Line a 9&#215;13-inch pan with parchment paper.</li>
<li role="presentation">Melt white chocolate in 30-second intervals at 70% power, stirring until smooth.</li>
<li role="presentation">In a large bowl, whisk gin into confectioner’s sugar (mixture will resemble icing).</li>
<li role="presentation">Quickly stir melted chocolate into sugar mixture until smooth.</li>
<li role="presentation">Spread into prepared pan evenly.</li>
<li role="presentation">Sprinkle with lime zest if desired.</li>
<li role="presentation">Let set at room temperature 30 minutes, then cut into squares. Chill if needed to firm.</li>
</ol>
<p><span><b>Tasting Notes</b><br />Creamy white chocolate sweetness meets bright botanical gin and subtle citrus zest. Smooth, rich, and surprisingly elegant with a delicate aromatic lift.</span></p>
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				<div class="et_pb_text_inner"><h3><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Cinnamon Cherry Fizz</span></h3>
<p><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul>
<li role="presentation">1 ½ oz Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Spiced Rum</li>
<li role="presentation">1 tbsp tart cherry concentrate (or 2 tbsp cherry juice)</li>
<li role="presentation">Lemon-lime soda</li>
<li role="presentation">Maraschino cherries or lemon wedges (optional)</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Add Immoral Spiced Rum and cherry juice to a 10–12 oz glass. Fill ¾ with ice.</li>
<li role="presentation">Top with lemon-lime soda and stir gently.</li>
<li role="presentation">Garnish with lemon wedges and cherries if desired.</li>
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<p><span><b>Yields:</b> 8–10 servings</span></p>
<p><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul>
<li role="presentation">4 cups white-cranberry–strawberry juice</li>
<li role="presentation">½ cup Red Eye Louie’s VodQuila</li>
<li role="presentation">½ cup orange liqueur (triple sec)</li>
<li role="presentation">1 blood orange</li>
<li role="presentation">4 cups ice</li>
<li role="presentation">½ cup frozen cranberries</li>
<li role="presentation">1 cup halved strawberries</li>
<li role="presentation">1 (750 mL) bottle white sparkling wine</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">In a large bowl, mix the juice, VodQuila, and orange liqueur. (This base can be refrigerated up to 24 hours.)</li>
<li role="presentation">Cut the blood orange in half. Juice one half into the punch bowl, then thinly slice the other half.</li>
<li role="presentation">Add ice, cranberries, strawberries, and orange slices.</li>
<li role="presentation">Just before serving, slowly pour in sparkling wine.<br /><b>Tip:</b> If you can’t find white cranberry–strawberry juice, use white cranberry juice.</li>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">The Full Moontini (Midnight Toast)</span></h3>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul data-end="4243" data-start="4107" style="text-align: left;">
<li>
<p role="presentation">2 oz Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Gin</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">½ tsp activated charcoal powder</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">4 oz pineapple juice</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 oz lime juice</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 oz club soda</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">To make black gin (optional): Infuse Immoral Gin with activated charcoal—either shake a small jar of gin with a pinch of charcoal, or infuse a full bottle with 1 tbsp.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Prepare ice spheres and chill serving glasses.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">When ready to serve, shake black gin, pineapple juice, and lime juice with ice.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Strain into chilled glasses.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Add an ice sphere and top with a splash of club soda.</li>
</ol>
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<h3 data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style="text-align: left;">Lavender Lemon Drop</h3>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">2 oz Red Eye Louie’s VodQuila</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 oz lavender syrup</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 oz fresh lemon juice</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">¼ oz orange liqueur</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">2 dashes lavender bitters</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Purple sanding sugar (for rimming)</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Lemon twist + lavender sprig (for garnish)</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Spread purple sanding sugar on a plate. Rub rim of a martini glass with lemon, then dip to coat.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Fill shaker with ice and add VodQuila, lavender syrup, lemon juice, orange liqueur, and bitters.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Shake until very cold and frosty.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Strain into the prepared martini glass.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Garnish with a lemon twist and lavender sprig.</li>
</ol>
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<p><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul data-end="2855" data-start="2701">
<li>
<p role="presentation">2 oz Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Vodka</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1.5 oz pomegranate juice</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1 oz Cointreau</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">Juice of ½ lime</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">Garnish: rosemary sprig + pomegranate seeds</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Add vodka, pomegranate juice, Cointreau, and lime juice to a shaker with ice.</li>
<li role="presentation">Shake well until very cold.</li>
<li role="presentation">Strain into your preferred glass.</li>
<li role="presentation">Garnish with rosemary and pomegranate seeds.</li>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Ginger Jungle Bird</span></h3>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Yields:</b></span><span> 6 servings</span></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Ingredients</b></span></p>
<ul data-end="1523" data-start="1304" style="text-align: left;">
<li>
<p role="presentation">6 oz Red Eye Louie’s RumQuila</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">12 oz pineapple juice</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1.5 oz lime juice</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1.5 oz Campari</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">1.5 oz simple syrup</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">9–12 oz ginger beer</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">6–9 ice cubes</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation">Fresh pineapple wedges + leaves (optional garnish)</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Instructions</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Combine RumQuila, pineapple juice, lime juice, Campari, and simple syrup in a punch bowl or pitcher with ice.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Stir or shake until chilled and frosty.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Ladle or pour into 6 champagne flutes or coupe glasses.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Top each glass with 1–2 oz ginger beer.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Garnish with pineapple wedges and leaves.</li>
</ol>
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<p><span><b data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Ingredients:</b></span></p>
<ul>
<li role="presentation">1 gallon premade apple cider</li>
<li role="presentation">Cinnamon sticks</li>
<li role="presentation">Cloves</li>
<li role="presentation">Nutmeg</li>
<li role="presentation">Red Eye Louie’s WhisQuila</li>
</ul>
<p><span><b>Instructions:</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation">Warm apple cider in a pot with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg — do not boil.</li>
<li role="presentation">Add 2 oz WhisQuila to a mug and top with hot cider.</li>
<li role="presentation">Stir with a cinnamon stick and leave stick in the glass.</li>
</ol>
<p><span><b>Tasting Notes:</b><br />Sweet and comforting with mulled spice aromas. Apple’s natural tartness pairs beautifully with the whiskey-like character of WhisQuila.</span></p>
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<h4><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Bloody Maria</span></h4>
<div align="center">
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Ingredients:</b></span></p>
<ul>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">2 oz Red Eye Louie’s VodQuila</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 tsp horseradish</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">3 dashes hot sauce</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">3 dashes Worcestershire sauce</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">3 dashes celery salt</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">3 dashes black pepper</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 dash lime juice</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">4–6 oz tomato juice</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Garnish: lime wedge, celery stalk</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Instructions:</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Add VodQuila, horseradish, Dijon, hot sauce, Worcestershire, celery salt, pepper, and lime juice to a tall glass; stir well.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Add tomato juice and mix by rolling back and forth between glasses or stir vigorously.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Add ice and stir again.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Garnish with lime and celery.</li>
<li role="presentation" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Optional: Rim the glass with salt/chilli powder mixture if you like before filling the glass.</li>
</ol>
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<li style="list-style-type: none;">
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<h3><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Cocoa Old Fashioned</span></h3>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Ingredients:</b><br /></span></p>
<ul>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 (750ml) bottle Red Eye Louie’s WhisQuila</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">¼ cup cacao nibs</li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span><b>For the Cocktail:</b></span></li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">2 maraschino cherries (divided)</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 orange slice (cut in half)</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">½ oz demerara syrup</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">3 dashes mole bitters</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">2½ oz chocolate-infused WhisQuila</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Instructions:</b></span></p>
<ol>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Infuse: Add cacao nibs to a jar, pour in WhisQuila, shake, and infuse 3 days or until balanced. Strain and rebottle.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Make the cocktail: Add one cherry, half orange slice, demerara syrup, and bitters to an old-fashioned glass. Muddle.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Fill glass with ice and add infused WhisQuila.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Stir lightly.</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Garnish with remaining cherry, orange slice, and optional orange zest.</li>
</ol>
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<h3>Cinnamon White Russian</h3>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Ingredients:</b></span></p>
<ul>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">2 oz Red Eye Louie’s VodQuila</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 oz coffee liqueur</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">1 oz heavy cream, half-and-half, or milk of choice</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">½ oz cinnamon syrup</li>
<li role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Cinnamon sugar for rim</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span><b>Instructions:</b></span></p>
<ul data-start="3796" data-end="4016" start="1">
<li style="text-align: left;">
<p role="presentation">Rim a rocks glass in cinnamon sugar using syrup or water.</p>
</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">
<p role="presentation">In a shaker with ice, combine VodQuila, coffee liqueur, cream, and cinnamon syrup.</p>
</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">
<p role="presentation">Shake vigorously.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p role="presentation" style="text-align: left;">Strain into the prepared glass and serve.</p>
</li>
</ul>
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<p><b>Ingredients:</b></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li>Cinnamon sugar, for rim (optional)</li>
<li>1 ½ oz Red Eye Louie’s WhisQuila</li>
<li>1 oz fresh lemon juice</li>
<li>¼ cup apple cider</li>
<li>1–2 tsp real maple syrup (to taste)</li>
<li>1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or ¼ tsp ground ginger)</li>
<li>⅛ tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li>5 oz sparkling hard Honeycrisp apple cider</li>
<li>Cinnamon sticks, rosemary, and apple slices (for garnish)</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Instructions:</b></p>
<ol start="1" type="1">
<li>Rim a cocktail glass with cinnamon sugar and fill with ice.</li>
<li>In a cocktail shaker, combine WhisQuila, lemon juice, apple cider, maple syrup, ginger, and cinnamon. Shake to combine.</li>
<li>Strain into the prepared glass and top with sparkling hard cider.</li>
<li>Garnish with cinnamon sticks, rosemary, and apple slices.</li>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<p data-start="258" data-end="424">This week’s State Inspired Cocktails takes us to <strong>Maryland</strong>. Known for its unique flavors, traditions, and local spirit, we’re giving it a Red Eye Louie’s twist.</p>
<p data-start="426" data-end="662">We’re breaking down some of the best <strong>Maryland</strong><strong>-style cocktails</strong> and showing how to mix them up with spirits from the Red Eye Louie’s house. From VodQuila to RumQuila to WhisQuila, our blends bring a new dimension to familiar favorites.</p></div>
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<p><strong><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Ingredients:</span></strong></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li><span>¼ cup sour mix</span></li>
<li><span>1 oz Red Eye Louie’s RumQuila</span></li>
<li><span>1 oz Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Vodka <strong>or</strong> VodQuila</span></li>
<li><span>1 oz orange liqueur (Grand Marnier, Triple Sec, or Cointreau)</span></li>
<li><span>1 oz orange juice</span></li>
<li><span>Ice</span></li>
<li><span>Orange wedge (garnish)</span></li>
<li><span>Red maraschino cherry (garnish)</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span>Instructions:</span></strong></p>
<ol start="1" type="1">
<li><span>Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.</span></li>
<li><span>Add sour mix, RumQuila, Vodka (or VodQuila), orange liqueur, and orange juice.</span></li>
<li><span>Shake until the shaker is very cold.</span></li>
<li><span>Strain into a glass filled with ice.</span></li>
<li><span>Garnish with an orange wedge and a maraschino cherry.</span></li>
</ol>
<p><strong><span>Tasting Notes:</span></strong><br />Bright and citrus-forward with a smooth kick from the spirits. The sour mix adds tang while the orange liqueur and juice lend sweetness and a tropical feel.</p></div>
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<p><strong><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Ingredients:</span></strong></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li><span>2 oz Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Vodka</span></li>
<li><span>1 oz triple sec</span></li>
<li><span>Juice of 1 whole orange (freshly squeezed)</span></li>
<li><span>Splash of Sprite or other lemon-lime soda</span></li>
<li><span>Crushed ice (don’t use cubes)</span></li>
<li><span>Orange slices (garnish)</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span>Instructions:</span></strong></p>
<ol start="1" type="1">
<li><span>Slice the orange for garnish.</span></li>
<li><span>Fill a pint glass with crushed ice.</span></li>
<li><span>Add Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Vodka, triple sec, and fresh orange juice.</span></li>
<li><span>Top with Sprite and stir gently.</span></li>
<li><span>Garnish with an orange slice and add a straw.<br /><strong>Variations:</strong></span></li>
</ol>
<ul type="disc">
<li><span>Substitute Grand Marnier or another orange liqueur for Triple Sec.</span></li>
<li><span>Use equal parts vodka and triple sec (a shot of each).</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span>Tasting Notes:</span></strong><br />Fresh and juicy with the zing of freshly squeezed orange. Lightly effervescent from the soda, sweet citrus liqueur, and Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Vodka combine to create a beachy, refreshing cocktail.</p></div>
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<p><strong><span>Ingredients (makes about 2 quarts):</span></strong></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li><span>1 (46 oz) can tomato juice</span></li>
<li><span>1 (10 ½ oz) can beef broth</span></li>
<li><span>2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning</span></li>
<li><span>1 tsp minced onion (dry)</span></li>
<li><span>1 tsp ground black pepper</span></li>
<li><span>1 tsp celery salt</span></li>
<li><span>1 tsp celery seeds</span></li>
<li><span>¼ tsp hot sauce (or to taste)</span></li>
<li><span>3 Tbsp fresh lime juice</span></li>
<li><span>¼ cup Worcestershire sauce</span></li>
<li><span>1 cup Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Vodka <strong>or</strong> VodQuila (to taste)</span></li>
<li><span>Choose your favorite garnishes!</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>Instructions:</span></strong></p>
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<li><span>Combine all ingredients except alcohol in a large container. Stir well.</span></li>
<li><span>Chill for 8 hours or overnight.</span></li>
<li><span>Stir in Red Eye Louie’s Immoral Vodka or VodQuila  just before serving.</span></li>
<li><span>Serve over ice with a stick of celery.<br /><strong>Tip:</strong> Wet the rim of each glass and dip it in Old Bay Seasoning for a spicy presentation.</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>Tasting Notes:</span></strong><br />Savory, briny, and complex with layers of spice from Old Bay and hot sauce. The Red Eye Louie’s blends seamlessly with tomato, beef broth, and Worcestershire, creating a bold and hearty drink.</p></div>
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<p><strong><span>Ingredients:</span></strong></p>
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<li><span>1 (6 oz) can frozen limeade concentrate</span></li>
<li><span>1 (18 oz) can pineapple juice, chilled</span></li>
<li><span>1 seedless orange</span></li>
<li><span>1 cup Red Eye Louie’s WhisQuila</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>Instructions:</span></strong></p>
<ol start="1" type="1">
<li><span>In a 1 ½ quart pitcher, combine limeade concentrate with 3 cans of cold water, 1 cup of Red Eye Louie’s WhisQuila and pineapple juice. Stir well.</span></li>
<li><span>Slice the unpeeled orange in half, then slice into ¼-inch slices.</span></li>
<li><span>Fill a tall glass with ice.</span></li>
<li><span>Pour in the juice mixture.</span></li>
<li><span>Place two orange half-rounds in each glass. Serve and enjoy!</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>Tasting Notes:</span></strong><br />Sweet-tart and tropical, with lime and pineapple creating a bright citrus backbon</p></div>
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<p><strong><span>Ingredients:</span></strong></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li><span>1 oz simple syrup</span></li>
<li><span>1 tsp water</span></li>
<li><span>2 dashes bitters</span></li>
<li><span>1 cup ice cubes</span></li>
<li><span>1 ½ oz Red Eye Louie’s WhisQuila</span></li>
<li><span>1 slice orange peel</span></li>
<li><span>1 maraschino cherry</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>Instructions:</span></strong></p>
<ol start="1" type="1">
<li><span>Pour simple syrup, water, and bitters into a whiskey glass; stir to combine.</span></li>
<li><span>Add ice cubes and pour in WhisQuila.</span></li>
<li><span>Garnish with orange peel and maraschino cherry. Serve and enjoy!</span></li>
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<p><strong><span>Tasting Notes:</span></strong><br />Smooth, rich, and gently spiced. The bitters and simple syrup give it a classic Old Fashioned profile, while WhisQuila adds a smoky-sweet twist with notes of whiskey and agave.</p></div>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:03:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<h1 class="entry-title">EVENTS: Taste of Hoover at Aldridge Gardens</h1>
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<p>&#8220;More than 400 people came out to Aldridge Gardens Thursday night for the 2024 Taste of Hoover event.</p>
<p>Guests were able to sample food and beverages from about 40 restaurants, catering companies and other food and drink providers.</p>
<p>They had a wide range of food choices, from pizza to barbecue, sushi, hamburger sliders, chicken, New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp, cheese grits, roast beef, and pimento cheese and pepper jelly pork rinds. Desserts and drinks were plentiful as well. Featuring: Red Eye Louie’s &#8220;</p></div>
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