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11/07/2014

TGIF

Thank God its Friday. Start your weekend off right with a getaway trip. The Steepist team is off to the San Juan Islands to enjoy some hiking and fishing. Don't forget to bring your favorite tea along.

11/06/2014

Our spin on an Autumn Cocktail just in time for upcoming Holidays

THIRSTY THURSDAYS
Lychee Tea Gingered Apple Sparkler

-Ice
-1 1/2 Lychee tea infused ounces citrus vodka
-1 1/2 Lychee tea infused ounces sour apple liqueur
-Splash of Angostura Bitters
-4 ounces chilled ginger beer
-1 maraschino cherry

http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/gingered-apple-sparkler-cocktails-2006

Bar Lurçat • Minneapolis This spicy-sweet highball, developed as an alternative to the ubiquitous apple martini, is made with citrus vodka, apple liqueur and a healthy splash of ginger beer. Plus: Ultimate Cocktail Guide

11/04/2014

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11/03/2014

Good Morning Seattle! No better feeling starting off a week with a Seattle Seahawks win.

10/31/2014

Thank God Its Friday!

How about a Halloween party to start the weekend? Members of the Steepist team are picking up some crab at the famed Pike Place Market in rainy Seattle. Don't forget to bring your favorite tea along.

10/30/2014

Our spin on an Autumn Cocktail just in time for Halloween

THIRSTY THURSDAYS
Brown Butter Spiced Ale

-12 ounces FIJI infused ale of your choice
-2 tablespoons unsalted butter, browned
-3tablespoons dark brown sugar
-1/4 teaspoon ginger
-1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
-splashes brandy (about 1 tablespoon) per glass
-1 Cinnamon stick for garnish

http://food52.com/recipes/20204-brown-butter-spiced-ale

I love hot toddies, especially hot buttered rum. This is a twist on that delicious drink using ale, a splash of brandy, browned butter and spices.

10/28/2014

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10/24/2014

Thank God Its Friday!
How about a museum this weekend? The Steepist team got to spend the day at the famed Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum in rainy Seattle for some inspiration. Don't forget to bring your favorite tea along.

10/23/2014

Our spin on an Autumn Cocktail

THIRSTY THURSDAYS
Citrus Cranberry Delight

1 ounce Grand Marnier
1 1/2 ounces FIJI infused absolute lemon-flavored vodka
3/4 cup red cranberry juice, red
1/2 cup cranberry ginger ale, cranberry
1 lime, juice of
3 -4 ice cubes
1 slice lemon, garnish
1 slice orange, garnish

http://www.food.com/recipe/citrus-cranberry-delight-218924

This is another nice summer drink. Good with alcohol also good without, all my drinks can be made with or without alcohol...its always your choice.

10/22/2014

Blessed to live in such a beautiful city! Skyline view as we take the ferries out to the San Juan Islands.

10/21/2014

Steepist's Mini Vacation to the Happiest Place on Earth. Where adults can feel like kids again.

10/20/2014

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10/17/2014

Thank God Its Friday. How about a hiking trip this weekend? Some members of the Steepist team are starting off the morning with a hike in Southern California. Don't forget to bring your favorite tea along.

10/16/2014

THIRSTY THURSDAYS

Tea Infused Camarena Candy Corn Cordial

1 oz FIJI infused Familia Camarena Reposado Tequila
½ oz butterscotch schnapps
½ oz Crème de Cacao
2 oz fresh orange juice
1 tsp dark cocoa
4 pieces candy corn

-Rim a martini glass with orange juice then cocoa powder
-In a shaker, add tequila, butterscotch schnapps, crème de cocoa and orange juice
-Add ice and shake well
-Strain into prepared martini glass
-Garnish with an orange wheel and toothpick of candy corn



http://www.cosmopolitan.com/food-cocktails/g1724/best-cocktail-recipes-for-fall/?slide=2

Celebrate the start of sweater weather with these fall-inspired drink recipes.

10/15/2014

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10/14/2014

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10/10/2014

Thank God Its Friday. How about a quick getaway this weekend? Some members of the Steepist team are getting an early start to the weekend by exploring San Diego. Don't forget to bring your favorite tea along.

10/09/2014

Our spin on an Autumn Cocktail

Thirsty Thursdays
Tea Infused Bourbon Cider

1 cup sugar
1 3″ piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cinnamon stick
3 oz. apple cider
1½ oz. FIJI tea infused bourbon
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Dried apple slice, to garnish

Strain into a martini glass; garnish with apple.