The road to NY Cocktail Expo 2025 starts now with our "First Sips"! After a wildly successful 2024, we’re back bigger & bolder than ever. This year, we’re not just elevating NY’s premier cocktail festival est. 2015; we’re expanding our reach! What was once "The Island Cocktail Festival " is now evolving into The Island Spirit & Cocktail Convention—a testament to the incredible momentum we’ve built. Kicking things off, here’s the first wave of must-know brands & bars bringing bold flavors, creative cocktails, & unforgettable experiences. Stay tuned as we unveil what’s in store, & be sure to follow @nycocktailexpo for exclusive previews & surprises leading up to the big day!
"In 1938 at the Rancho La Gloria Hotel, the Margarita was created. Now, after years of innovation, creating the world’s #1 Ready-to-Drink Margarita... it’s time to disrupt the world of tequila again. As true masters of agave, we wanted to create something for everyone and every occasion."
"From its humble beginnings to its current status as a renowned distillery, Purity has captured the hearts & palates of spirit enthusiasts worldwide. What sets Purity apart is...the unwavering commitment to quality & craftsmanship ingrained in every aspect of production. From the selection of the finest organic ingredients to the meticulous distillation process, attention to detail is second to none."
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"At Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine, you'll have access to a vast selection of tequila & artisanal mezcal to go along with authentic & traditional food. For those who want to be immersed in the cultural experience, you'll be exposed to live music as you eat & drink."
"Distilled in small batches from the freshest ingredients from our family’s recipe, we aim to help you create incredibly flavorful cocktails with our chicha morada liqueur. You could say, it's a drink of many recipes. Families in Peru concoct their own unique recipes for this fruit and spice infused drink that's at the center of any gathering."
""MIO is a festive, sparkling sake, bright with aromas of peach, ripe persimmon, freesia, & fresh bread. It's gentle effervescence creates a refreshing piquancy in the mouth, setting off the flavors of pear + peach, with accents of yellow rose + baking spice. MIO is made entirely from rice & koji rice, containing no flavoring agents or sweeteners."
"The Pathfinder Hemp & Root is inspired by the apothecarial mysteries of Old West snake oil salesmen, alternative medicine, & the supernatural marvels that go hand-in-hand with them. The resulting liquid is equally wild & enigmatic, leading our drinkers to new realms of flavor both tangible & surreal."
"A delightfully tart, mildly sweet plum spirit featuring a show-stopping royal purple hue.
Enjoy UME chilled over ice or mixed in gem-toned twists on classic cocktails...UME dances on the tongue, buoys the soul, & transports the spirit with its luminescent purple hue."
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