Leblon Cachaça

Leblon Cocktail Wins Best Drink at Rum on the River, Philly

matthew — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:58:47 +0000

Dozens of rums from around the world united at Rum on the River on Thursday August 19th at the Octo Waterfront Grill in Philadelphia, PA. Guests enjoyed live Samba music, while some of the area’s best bartenders muddled up a storm competing in the 3rd Annual Mojito Olympics. The event featured such rums as Bacardi, El Dorado and Appleton, but the winning cocktail was a Leblon Basil & Kiwi Caipirinha created by Andres Sanchez, mixologist at Positano Coast in Philadelphia.

Even if you don’t live in Philly, you can try Andres’ cocktail for yourself…

Leblon Basil & Kiwi Caipirinha
2 oz Leblon Cachaca
1/2 Kiwi
3 basil leaves
1/2 oz lime juice
1 oz honey

Muddle kiwi, basil, lime juice, and honey together in the bottom of a shaker.
Add Leblon and fill shaker with ice. Shake and serve on the rocks.
Garnish with a kiwi slice.

Leblon Wins Cachaça Master 2010 & Best of Class IWSC Awards

matthew — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 18:05:31 +0000

Leblon Cachaça received the top ranking of “Cachaça Master 2010″ from The Spirits Business Magazine, as well as the International Wine and Spirit Competition’s “Best of Class” award.

As the first-ever Cachaça Master competition, Leblon was deemed the best tasting among 18 other brands, encompassing both aged and non-aged spirits. We are ecstatic to receive the Best of Class award, because the IWSC is one of the oldest and most revered independent spirits competitions in the world. Entries are judged blindly and then undergo vigorous technical analysis to assure their quality when purchased by consumers.

“We are honored to have received these two prestigious awards,” said Gilles Merlet, Master Distiller, Leblon.” At Leblon, we have dedicated ourselves to elevating the quality and the overall experience of Cachaça, Brazil’s noble spirit. We are proud that our efforts have been recognized by these respected U.K. organizations. The fact that Cachaça was given its own award category by The Spirits Business Magazine really shows its irrefutable popularity. Moreover, it’s here to stay.”

Leblon also earned the “Best in Class” at the Rum Experience International Tasting Competition in London. Leblon is soaring high above the competition in every category, which is why Leblon fittingly won the “Rising Star Growth Brand” Award by the Beverage Information Group and “Best Cachaça” with a Double Gold Medal Award at the 2010 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, its fifth Gold Medal win to date.

Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Dinners 2010

matthew — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:23:09 +0000

On Thursday, July 22nd, Leblon had the honor to be featured at 25 Spirited Dinners at the Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans, LA. Each dinner took place at a top restaurant in New Orleans. World-renowned mixologists worked with the chefs to create and pair a custom Leblon Cocktail with a specific course at each dinner. To say the least, the diversity and creativity of the cocktails were amazing!

In total, over 25 recipes were created by Tad Carducci, Paul Tanguay, Allan Katz, Kimberly Patton-Bragg, Charlotte Voisey, Nick Nemeth, Gaston Martinez, Audrey Saunders, Eric Alperin, Phil Ward, Lynette Marrerro, Ted Breaux, Chris Hannah, Todd Appel, Guillaume Lamy, Brooks Reitz, Leo Robitschek, Blair Reynolds, Allen Katz, Todd Richman, Gina Chersevani, Paul Clarke, Jeffrey Morganthaler, Jerry Thompson, Elayne Duke, Philip Duff, Simon Ford, Jamie Gordon, Chris Patino, Father & Son duo Jeffrey and Jonathan Pogash, Jim Ryan, Gardner Dunn, Yuri Kato, Tal Nadari, Rob Cooper, Ted Haigh, Kristen Amann, Rhiannon Enlil, John Lermayer, Patricia Richards, and Darby Kelly.

Here are a few recipes to try at home:

Broussard’s Cocktail by Nick Nemeth The Maison Jerry Cocktail 30ml Leblon Cachaça 30 mL Sailor Jerry spiced rum 15 mL fresh lime juice 15 mL simple syrup 30 mL Egg whites 6 Raspberries 10 Black peppercorns Method: Shake ingredients over ice, and fine-strain into a chilled coupe. Finish with brulee of Angostura Aromatic bitters.
Jackson Cocktail by Paul Clarke, Jeffrey Morganthaler, & Jeremy Thompson Third Course Cocktail 1 1/2 oz Leblon cachaça 3/4 oz Fresh lime juice 3/4 oz Pineapple gum syrup 1/2 oz Egg white 1/4 oz Luxardo amaretto 1 tsp Apricot preserves Method: Shake and serve in a cocktail glass.
Mike’s On The Avenue Cocktail by Jim Ryan & Bompass & Parrn Tony’s Coconut Batida 1 oz Leblon cachaça 2 oz Coco Lopez Coconut Cream 1 oz Half & half 1/4 oz Simple syrup Toasted coconut garnish Method: Stir together in a glass. Add toasted coconut for garnish
Restaurant August Cocktail by Rob Cooper & Ted Haigh Common Man’s Reviver 2 oz Leblon cachaça 3/4 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur 1 oz Lemon juice 1/4 oz Herbsaint Original Top with tonic water Method: Serve with spoon so recipient can stir.

Click here to see more recipes you can try at home!

Come to a Leblon Caipi-Hour. Ride the Caipi-Mobile.

matthew — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:32:06 +0000

Summer is in full swing and if you haven’t been to a Leblon Caipi-Hour, now is your chance. On July 22nd, we will be hosting a series of Caipi-Hours in New York and Los Angeles from 6-9pm. If you are in the LA or NY area, please join us at one of the locations below for a chance to win a night out on the town in the Leblon truck with 3 of your closest friends. If you are not in the NY or LA area and want to go to a Caipi-Hour please contact us or check out our Caipi-Hour schedule.

NY Locations

Empire Room – 350 5th St.
Caliente Cab Gramercy – 488 3rd Ave.
Macondo – 157 East Houston St.

LA Locations

Ciudad- 445 South Figueroa Street
Casa – 350 S Grand Ave

The LeBlon James Cocktail

matthew — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:50:09 +0000

We created the LeBlon James cocktail to celebrate Miami’s newest star. Use the recipe below to make the delicious cocktail at home, then raise your glasses and cheers to their bright future together.

Fresh lime, teased with sweetness, smashed with ice
and doused in Brasil’s Finest Cachaça

Fill a highball or pint glass with ice
Add 2 ounces of Leblon Cachaça
1 ounce of sour mix or 2 squeezes of fresh lime juice
Fill to the top with lemon-lime soda
Stir Well
Enjoy

Victoria Secret Models LOVE Leblon

matthew — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:56:41 +0000

The Thompson LES Hotel rooftop pool was filled with a bevy of beautiful women, scantily clad male models and Brazilian cocktails Thursday night during Alessandra Ambrosio’s Follow the Sun Party annual kick off to summer party. Victoria Secret Angels Adriana Lima and Doutzen Kroes raved about their sweet Leblon Caipirinha’s to Alessandra and other guests.

Fellow Brazilian Alessandra said “I feel like I’m in Brazil!”
while drinking the strawberry basil caipirinha!

The Leblonettes Samba danced, poured freshly made Leblon Caipirinhas, and gave all the guests Leblon Bonfim Wish Ribbons for goodluck. All the models and guests were eager to know where they could get their hands on more Leblon to make their own Caipirinhas at home!

Leblon at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen!

matthew — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:03:28 +0000

Leblon Cachaça muddled cocktails for some of the TOP chefs in the country at the FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen from June 18 – June 20, 2010.

We were excited and honored to be among the best chefs, wine connoisseurs, and mixologists.

Founder Steve Luttmann and Leblon enthusiast Jaime Keller hard at work in Aspen!

The Bar Magic boys were working their magic, shaking up our Leblon Basiado Caipirinha at Jimmys in Aspen at the Food & Wine after-party. It was definitely a fun filled weekend we will never forget!

Everyone at the Aspen Food & Wine Classic went crazy over our Leblon Basiado cocktails!

Try out our new favorite Caipirinha using the recipe below:

Leblon Basiado Caipirinha Recipe

Ingredients:

2 oz. Leblon Cachaça, 3-4 lemongrass, 2 cucumber wheels, 2 lime wheels, 3 tsp cane sugar, large pinch of cilantro, and coconut espuma

*Coconut Espuma

1/3 Leblon Cachaça
1/3 Coconut Syrup
1/3 egg whites

Preparation:

1. Muddle lemongrass
2. Fill with ice, add Leblon
3. Shake & fine strain over fresh ice cubes
4. Top with coconut espuma

Throw a World Cup Caipirinha Party!

matthew — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:35:09 +0000

We have waited patiently for four years, and now its finally here: The 2010 World Cup kicks off June 11th in South Africa! So get your jerseys and your game face on because it is promising to be anexciting ride and we’ll be here along the way to help you celebrate in style. May the best team win! If you are in the mood to go out and celebrate with friends, here are some locations that you can count on to have your game up on the big screen.

Baja Café: Deerfield Beach, FL

Bocabar: Somerset, Bristol

Canvas at Hilton: Sao Paulo, Brasil

Felix: New York City

Forneria: Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

Gigalum: London, UK

Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Harry’s Bar: San Francisco, Caipi-Mosas for all morning games

Ipanema Grill: Seattle, Wa

Jack Dempsey’s: New York City

Jerry Remy’s Sport Bar and Grill: Boston, Ma

Jobi: Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

Kukui: Oxfordshire, Oxford

La Parrilla: San Francisco

Legends: New York City

Lobby Bar at Tivole Hotel: Sao Paulo, Brasil

Loca Luna: Atlanta, GA

Navy Beach: Montauk, NY

Novecento: Brickell, Miami, Coral Gables, FL

Patio Bar & Grill: Deerfield Beach, FL

Scuderia: New York City

Squat Bar: Sao Paulo, Brasil

Sushi Samba: New York, Miami, Chicago, Las Vegas

The Crimson Lounge @ Tommy Doyle’s: Cambridge, MA

Urban Golf: London, UK

Via dei Mille: New York City

Vox Populi: Boston, MA

Wake Up Paris: Paris, France

Warwick Hotel: Paris, France

Win a trip to Maison Leblon

matthew — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 21:56:47 +0000

If you ever wanted to see how Cachaça is made and how hand crafted care truly makes a difference, now is your chance. We are offering a trip to visit Maison Leblon through liquor.com and one lucky winner and a guest will get to see first hand why Leblon is so special.

Best Leblon Caipirinha in New Jersey

matthew — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:31:30 +0000

After visiting 20 of our top accounts in New Jersey we have finally found the Best Caipirinha in New Jersey. This years winner was Richard Tandoc from Rio Rodizio 22 in Union, New Jersey. Make sure to stop in and taste the best New Jersey has to offer!