Holida​y Cocktails from Kim​pton Restaurants​

Texas Farm Nog
Recipe by Amber West
Central 214 (Dallas, TX)

• 2 1/2 oz nutty sherry
• 2 oz Partida Anejo tequila
• 3 oz sugar
• 2 whole farm eggs
• 6 oz raw milk
• 4 oz heavy cream
• Pinch of nutmeg, cinnamon, salt &pepper

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender starting with eggs and ending with heavy cream.
2. Refrigerate for two days.
3. Garnish w/grated nutmeg and star anise.

Mulled Shine Wine
Recipe by Amber West
Central 214 (Dallas, TX)

• 5 oz Catdaddy Moonshine
• 3 bottles red wine
• 1 cup of honey
• 4 oz Berentzen Apple liqueur
• 6 oz apple cider
• Cinnamon sticks, 5 cloves, orange slices,

1. Heat on crockpot or on burner to taste.
2. Serve in mug with orange slice, clove and cinnamon stick garnish

About Central 214:
One of Dallas’ favorite dining spots, Central 214 and our extensive American menu celebrates the diverse flavors and traditions of regional cuisine. Acclaimed Chef Graham Dodds’ creations evolve with the seasons, capturing the essence of fresh ingredients sourced through only the best local farmers and purveyors. Bringing a lifetime of unique experience and cultural inspiration to every dish, Chef Dodds’ approach to cooking is equally influenced by his family’s English heritage, his Texas upbringing, and his vast culinary experience spanning the globe from England, Switzerland and Thailand. Diners experience the soul of regional farm-to-table cooking with rustic flavors, approachable dishes and the intimacy of dining with family and friends.

Fernet Hot Chocolate
Recipe by by Brian Means
Fifth Floor (San Francisco, CA)

• 8 oz milk
• 1 oz heavy cream
• 1 oz sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 1/2 oz 64% dark chocolate
• 1 1/2 oz 35% milk chocolate
• 1/4 oz cocoa powder
• 3 oz fernet
• 1 oz creme de menthe

1. Heat the cream, milk, sugar and salt.
2. Pour over the chocolates and cocoa powder.
3. Whisk all together to combine
4. Add in the fernet branca and creme de menthe.
5. Pop in the microwave to warm or steam with espresso machine
6. Top with marshmallow and whipped cream

About Fifth Floor
A sophisticated urban space, including a lively bar, lounge, and dining room, the Fifth Floor offers a variety of experiences for everyone from a casual date to a romantic rendezvous, or just a tasty night out on the town. Guests can choose from a bite in the lounge, a quick drink at the bar, or a food and wine experience in the dining room. No matter what the occasion Fifth Floor welcomes every guest to enjoy exceptional cocktails, wines, and a modern American cuisine prepared by Executive Chef David Bazirgan in Downtown San Francisco where Union Square and South Market Street meet.  

Emily Post cocktail
Recipe by Lauren Lathrop Williams
Jsix Restaurant (San Diego, CA)

A white-gloved glass of nostalgia reminiscent of 1920s violet candies. California sparkling wine is accented with sweet and floral Creme de Violette, and garnished with fresh blackberries for a beautiful purple hue.

• Chandon Brut
• Creme de Violette
• Blackberries to garnish

1. Fill a champagne flute 3/4 of the way with Chandon and top with Creme de Violette.
2. Garnish with two whole blackberries.

About Jsix Restaurant & Lounge:
Downtown San Diego dining takes on a new flavor at Jsix, while LOUNGE six offers an urban cocktailing oasis. In San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter and adjacent to the stylish Hotel Solamar, you’ll find skillful service and remarkable food and drink in an inviting package at these destinations.

Pimandes
Recipe by Chef Dennis Marron
Poste (Washington DC)

• 1 ¼ oz Whistle Pig Bourbon
• ¼ oz Grand Marnier
• 3 oz Chili Hot Chocolate

For Amaretto Whipped Marshmallow:

• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup Marshmallow Fluff
• 2 tablespoons amaretto
• 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1. For Whipped Marshmallow combined all ingredients and whip to medium peaks.
2. In an Irish Coffee glass add Whistle Pig Bourbon, Grand Marnier and Chile Hot chocolate.
3. Top with Amaretto whipped marshmallow.
4. Garnish with house made Pimandes and dust with espellette.

About Poste:
More than just food, Poste is a dining experience. Renowned for our family-style Poste Roasts and picturesque courtyard garden, our chef-driven Penn Quarter restaurant blends the traditional with the modern, infusing French brasserie cuisine with updated American twists – a pinch from the Chef’s garden here, a dash from a local farm there – all in the historic setting of the 1841 General Post Office building. Whether meeting friends for one of mixologist Jason Wiles’ cheekily named craft cocktails or enjoying a meal with Chef Marron’s famous truffle frites, you’ll see why Poste has become a favorite Penn Quarter destination for everyone from young professionals to seasoned politicians.

Poste Moderne Brasserie is located inside the Hotel Monaco; a historic space where our open, buzzing dining area stands in place of the General Post Office’s former mail sorting room (look up for traces of history – the crown molding and sunny skylights are all original). Conveniently located in Washington, D.C.’s Penn Quarter neighborhood, Poste restaurant is a top choice for pre-theater dining, situated near Ford’s Theater and other theater district destinations as well as the Washington Convention Center, the Verizon Center and many of Washington’s best museums.

Midnight in Paris
Recipe by Nate Howell
Cusp Dining & Drinks (La Jolla, CA)

• 1 ½ oz. Grey Goose
• ½ oz. crème de peche
• ¼ oz. Yellow Chartreuse
• ½ oz. fresh lemon juice
• Brut Champagne
• 2 slices of cucumber

1. Add the cucumber and lemon juice to a shaker and muddle for a few seconds.
2. Then add the Grey Goose, creme de peche, Yellow Chartreuse and fill with ice.
3. Shake and strain into a flute glass.
4. Top with champagne.
5. Express lemon peel for garnish.

About Cusp Dining & Drinks
Welcome to Cusp Dining & Drinks, La Jolla’s newest spot to sip, dine, and relax. Whether joining coworkers for happy hour, an intimate date for two or a celebratory get-together with friends and family, Cusp will delight you. Friendly, innovative, and with a vibe that is oh-so-now, Cusp Dining & Drinks, with its stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, fresh coastal Mediterranean cuisine, and tasty craft cocktails, will charm you. Recharge after a day of shopping or unwind after work. Cusp is the perfect place to enjoy conversation and cocktails over dinner with friends. Cusp is laid-back sophistication, Cusp is La Jolla.