The Standing Room Craft Cocktail

June 12, 2025

If you’re looking for a cocktail that balances tropical flavors with a rich espresso kick, look no further than the Standing Room. This drink is a refreshing escape, featuring rum and pineapple juice uplifted by hints of hazelnut and espresso, making it a standout choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

The cocktail combines light rum and sweet pineapple juice with a splash of lime, enriched by the chocolate notes of Crème de Cocoa, chilled espresso, and the nutty warmth of hazelnut syrup.

Presentation

The visual appearance begins with the swizzling, which creates and blends the flavors together. The vibrant yellow of the pineapple juice mingles beautifully with the cream-colored house made hazelnut syrup. Topping it off, a rich float of espresso contrasts strikingly against the lighter hues, adding depth to the drink. Finally, the dehydrated orange garnish adds an elegant touch and a pop of color.

Bartender's Special At-A-Glance

  • 1.5 oz. Cruzan Aged Light Rum
  • 1 oz. Pineapple juice
  • .5 oz. Crème de Cocoa
  • .5 oz. Lime Juice
  • .5 oz. Hazelnut syrup
  • .5 oz. Espresso (layered on top)

Glassware:

  • 15 oz. Tapered rocks glass

Garnish:

  • Dehydrated orange wheel
  • Small black straw

Blush Worthy Craft Cocktail

February 10, 2025

Cupid strikes again! The hues of February's holiday of romance inspired this month's delicious Water Grill Bartender Special that's enough to make you fall in love -- or at least blush.

The February Bartender's Special is the Blush Worthy. This cocktail begins with muddled cucumbers that release their crisp essence as a foundation for the drink to build on. The botanical notes of Hendrick's gin merges with the bright citrus of grapefruit and lemon, combined with the subtle complexity of Ramazzotti Aperitivo Rosa. A splash of Aloe Chareau finishes the drink with an herbal touch and the drink is served in a chilled coupe, with a single orchid petal places a top a cucumber slice as a garnish.


Bartender's Special At-A-Glance

Ingredients

  • 3 muddled cucumbers
  • 2 oz. Hendricks gin
  • 1 oz. Grapefruit juice
  • 0.75 oz. Simple syrup
  • 0.5 oz. Lemon juice
  • 0.5 oz. Ramazzotti Aperitivo Rosa
  • 0.25 oz. Aloe Chareau

Glassware

  • Chilled Coupe

Garnish

  • Cucumber slice and single orchid petal
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