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

The Awakening Craft Cocktail

October 11, 2024

It’s time to wake up and smell the roses – if the roses were Sichuan peppercorns and your morning regiment includes a craft cocktail! This month’s bartender special is named “The Awakening”. Its sensory-forward ingredients perk up any drinker’s palate.

This lively craft cocktail starts with a foundation of bright, balanced citrus flavors of lemon and grapefruit, combined with a floral pairing of elderflower liqueur and Roku gin. The star of the show is Sichuan peppercorn syrup. This peppercorn, which gains its name from the region in China where it’s grown, has a signature mouth-numbing quality that creates a tingling sensation on the tongue and lips. Being a pepper, it also adds a layer of warmth and spice.

The craft cocktail sensation utilizes all five of the senses to create an awakening experience.

Bartender’s Special At-A-Glance

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 basil leaves
  • 2 oz. Roku Gin
  • .75 oz. Sichuan peppercorn syrup
  • .5 oz. lemon juice
  • .5 oz. grapefruit juice
  • .5 oz. Giffard Elderflower

GLASSWARE

  • Chilled coupe

GARNISH

  • Single basil leaf
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