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Try Reyka on the rocks with 2 drops of any flavored bitters.
Please drink Reyka responsibly. Takk! (that’s ‘Thank You’ in Icelandic)
Reyka Vodka, 40% Alc/Vol. (80 Proof) Distilled from grain. ©2013 William Grant & Sons. New York, NY.
*Awarded International Wine and Spirits Competition’s 2011 Vodka Trophy
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WELCOME CELEBRATION OF THE
TO THE PREMIERE
APRÈS SKI COCKTAIL EXPERIENCE
A celebration of the union between Après-Ski and the
Craft of the Cocktail March 13–16, 2014 in Aspen/
Snowmass, Colorado. This slopeside extravaganza will
feature the best of the best in après-ski culture with
everything from hot toddies to mountain-top parties,
seminars, fireside chats, cocktail-paired dinner series, a
Grand Tasting Village and the Great Après-Ski Pub Crawl!
The Classic will bring together brand ambassadors,
bartenders, mixologists, chefs, spirit aficionados and
professional tipplers for a four-day sip in the snow.
So, grab your ski hat, blanket and raise a hot toddy (or
snifter of something) and join us for the premiere of the
Après-Ski Cocktail Classic.
DRINK WELL. LAUGH OFTEN. SKI MUCH.
APRÈS-SKI
FROM WIKIPEDIA, THE FREE ENCYCLOPEDIA
Après-ski (French: after skiing) refers to going out, having drinks, dancing, and
generally socializing after skiing.[1][2] It is popular in the Alps, where skiers
often stop at bars on their last run of the day while still wearing all their ski gear.
[3] The concept is similar to the nineteenth hole in golf. This can also happen
anywhere in the world where there is snow. In the United States, the term is
used more broadly to describe the atmosphere of ski resorts and ski culture, ski
themed architecture and decor, and the ski oriented lifestyle in general. (*an ASCC
add: we, of course, must include fantastic high-mark libations of every sort).
SCHEDULE
TICKETING
Tickets for all events are available online @ www.apresskicc.com, or onsite at The
Westin Snowmass Resort in Snowmass Village, CO.
Hours: Thursday, Mar 13 2PM-6PM; Fri/Sat, Mar 14/15, 12PM-6PM; Sun, Mar
16, 2PM-6PM.
Tickets for Seminars will also be available at the door. Tickets for the Great
Apres-Ski Pub Crawl will also be available either at the box office Thurs/Sat,
or in downtown Aspen on Sun, Mar 16, 2pm-6pm at each crawl venue. Ticket
prices start at $25. *All tickets subject to service fees.
For questions or more information, email us at [email protected].
Top Gin
Taste the spirit that wine enthusiast
named the top gin with a 97 rating.
That’s 5 points higher than
Hendrick’s and Bombay Sapphire
97 Points
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HOUSE SPIRITS DISTILLERY
PORTLAND OREGON
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OPENING APRÈS PARTY
Thur, 3pm-6pm
Complimentary
The Westin Snowmass Resort
(The VUE Deck, Snowmass Kitchen, Westin Terrace Deck)
POP-UPS
SPIRITED COFFEE & COCOA Complimentary
Thur/Fri, 1pm–3pm
The VUE Deck (Westin Snowmass Resort)
Presented by Van Gogh Imports
THE PERFECT IRISH COFFEE Complimentary
Sun, 11am–12pm
Jimmy’s Restaurant (Aspen)
Presented by Tullamore Dew
Charlotte Voisey whips up this famous Irish classic within the rigorous specs of
the “Buena Vista Café” of San Francisco… at least as close as she can get! An Irish
Coffee Pop-Up from a Master. What’s not to love?!
ASCC PRE-PUB CRAWL BRUNCH
Sun, 11am–2pm
Jimmy’s Restaurant (Aspen)
Join us for the Pre-Pub Crawl Brunch at the iconic Jimmy’s Restaurant in downtown
Aspen. *Priced separately ­— not included in Pub Crawl ticket.
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COCKTAIL-PAIRED DINNER SERIES
Join us for one or more fantastic cocktail-paired dinners featuring some of the finest
mixologists and brand ambassadors from around the country working in tandem
with some favorite local chefs. Very limited seating. Priced separately, not included
with any event passes.
ASPEN SOJOURNER PRESENTS
OPENING NIGHT
Thur, 3/13, 8pm
Snowmass Kitchen
(Westin Snowmass Resort)
HOUSE SPIRITS PRESENTS
Fri, 3/14, 8pm
Eight K (Viceroy)
WILLIAM GRANT & SONS
& SAVEUR DRINK PRESENT
Sat, 3/15, 6:30pm
Pine Creek Cookhouse
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SEMINARS ($25 per)
Grab your front row seat for these great spirited adventures. All seminars will be held in
the Alpine Springs Room at the Westin Snowmass Resort, except Sunday’s Pub Crawl
seminars (see listings for details).
THURSDAY, MARCH 13TH
RACLETTE, CHEESE FONDUE AND CHAMPAGNE PAIRINGS
2pm–3pm
What’s Après-ski without the raclette and cheese fondue? Join
Executive Chef Jim Butchart (Executive Chef, Mountain Division /
Aspen Skiing Company), Executive Sous Chef Andrew Helsley
(Mountain Division / Aspen Skiing Company) and Master Sommelier
Carlton McCoy (The Little Nell) to sample raclette and cheese fondue
paired with champagne. Come hungry and come thirsty!
FRIDAY, MARCH 14TH
SPIRITED COFFEE & COCOA TRENDSETTERS OF APRÈS
2pm–3pm
Join Jonathan Pogash, “The Cocktail Guru”, and Exec Chef Ronnie
Sanchez for an exploration of two of the world’s most important
commodities (and cocktail ingredients!) - Coffee and Cocoa.
Experience these flavors and see how they impart unique twists on
some of your favorite cold-weather tipples. Sample some knockout
specialty drinks and you’ll soon realize how “hot” this trend really is.
A RATHER CORDIAL CONVERSATION: THE SCIENCE AND
HISTORY OF LIQUEURS
3:30pm–4:30pm
Presented by Drambuie
Join Drambuie Ambassador Anthony Caporale for a journey through
time and across the globe to explore the origins of flavored spirits!
Anthony will guide you through the science and history behind such
classic liqueurs as St. Germain elderflower spirit, Disaronno amaretto,
Chartreuse, Benedictine, and of course Drambuie Scotch liqueur!
We’ll look at why we began flavoring spirits, when it all started, and exactly how alchemy,
religion, and medicine joined forces over the centuries to transform ordinary ethyl alcohol
into extraordinary elixirs. Finally, you’ll get to try your hand as a Master Blender and
create and taste your very own signature Scotch liqueur!
ICE
5pm–6pm
Sponsored by Reyka
Come learn about ice. See a demonstration by Jimmy Yeager of how
BFIC’s for cocktails are broken down from a 300 lb block of ice. Also,
Jimmy will have a discussion that dives into the scientific properties
of ice, how to make crystal clear ice at home or for your bar, and
conduct interactive experiments to show why ice is such an
important ingredient in the recipe for great cocktails.
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GLENFIDDICH AT ULLR NIGHTS
FIRESIDE CHAT
Fri,6:30pm–7:30pm
Elk Camp (Top of Snowmass Mountain)
Sponsored by Glenfiddich
Join us at Ullr Nights at Elk Camp for great stories and samplings with
Mitch Bechard, Glenfiddich Ambassador. What could be better than
having some great Scotch slopeside with great company?
ANNOUNCING
Drink
A special print publication
dedicated to the world of spirits,
beer, wine, & drinks culture
from the Editors of SAVEUR.
Launching June 2014
for partnership opportunities.
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Cocktail Classic 2014
SATURDAY, MARCH 15TH
AMER, AMARI, AMARGO AND AMOR
2pm–3pm
Sponsored by Domaine Select
Join Tad Carducci and Steve Olson as they explore the
wonderful, yet underestimated, or even misunderstood, world
of Amari. Recently returning to popularity, these unique and
traditional elixirs actually date back many years, with roots in
medicine, religion and even the culinary arts. We will taste and
learn about some cool drinking rituals, explore their versatility in
cocktails, and learn about their remarkable appeal for Après too.
D & A OF TIKI: DEMERARA & AGRICOLE
3:30pm–4:30pm
Presented by El Dorado, Lemon Hart 151,
and Clèment
Matty Durgin and Ben Jones saunter through a brief history of
Guyana & Martinique, talk about the influence of those Rums
and their flavor profiles, and serve a couple historic, delicious Tiki
cocktails that you can make at home.
THE GIN RENAISSANCE
5pm–6pm
About a decade ago, there was only about a
dozen or so gins on the market. Today there are
well over a hundred. The resurgence of gin has
opened up a new world of cocktails. Whether
you are gin lover or gin hater (come and be converted!), this
seminar will showcase four distinct brands and serve them up in
signature cocktails. Led by Steve Olson with Charlotte Voisey,
Brooke Arthur and Natalie Bovis.
*All tickets subject to service fees
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GRAND TASTING VILLAGE ($65/day*)
Fri/Sat, 3pm–6pm
The Westin Snowmass Resort
(Snowmass Kitchen, Westin Terrace Deck)
Sample your way through the incredible
treasure trove of premium spirits.
For the most up-to-date pouring list,
visit www.apresskicc.com.
PRIVATE RESERVE ROOM
($100/day*)
includes Grand Tasting Village +
Fri/Sat, 3pm–6pm
The Westin Snowmass Resort
(Private Dining Room @ Snowmass Kitchen)
A sampling room of some high marque
limited-releases, ranging from agedcognacs, scotches, made to order cordials…
and beyond! Plus a few surprises. Limited
attendance. Visit www.apresskicc.com for
updates.
REJUVENATION STATION Complimentary
Thur/Fri/Sat 3pm–6pm
The Westin Snowmass Resort
Sponsored by Solerno Blood Orange
Liqueur
Après Massage Station anyone? Get a little
massage work done on your neck & shoulders
post-ski because… well, you need it and it
feels good. A gift to you from Solerno during
the Après.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 16TH (Included in ASCC Pub Crawl Ticket)
APRÈS ABSINTHE
2:30pm–3:30pm
Justice Snow’s (Aspen)
Join Master Distiller Stephen Gould of Colorado-based Golden
Moon Distillery for a fresh run down of the history, production,
tasting notes and craft cocktail applications of that most
oft misunderstood spirit … Absinthe. Golden Moon Distillery
produces the international-award-winning REDUX Absinthe.
BARREL-AGING COCKTAILS @ HOME
4pm–5pm
Chef’s Club at St. Regis (Aspen)
Making cocktails in oak barrels, allowing them to age, and enjoying the results of a well-rested drink has become very fashionable within the drink industry the past several years. Join Gary
Crunkleton as he gets into the in’s, the out’s, and the what have
you’s of this “hands on and palate on” demonstration of barrel aging cocktails.
Interest and enthusiasm for creating a more sophisticated cocktail is contagious
as guests will leave this class eager to start their own barrel aging at home.
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FACEBOOK.COM/CLASSICANDVINTAGE
@CANDVSPIRITS
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DAY AT A GLANCE
THURSDAY
MARCH 13
1PM
2PM
THE VUE
DECK
ALPINE
SPRINGS
SNOWMASS
KITCHEN
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Spirited Coffee
& Cocoa Pop-Up
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Raclette, Cheese
Fondue & Champagne
3PM
4PM
3:00 – 6:00 PM
Opening Après
Party
5PM
6PM
7PM
8PM
FRIDAY
MARCH 14
1PM
2PM
8:00 PM
Aspen Sojourner
Dinner
THE VUE
DECK
ALPINE
SPRINGS
OTHER
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Spirited Coffee
& Cocoa Pop-Up
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Spirited Coffee
and Cocoa Seminar
3PM
4PM
5PM
6PM
7PM
8PM
3:00 – 6:00 PM
Grand Tasting
&
Private Reserve
3:30 - 4:30 PM
A Cordial Conversation
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Ice
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Fireside Chat
@ Elk Camp
8:00 PM
House Spirits Dinner
at the Viceroy Hotel
DAY AT A GLANCE
SATURDAY
MARCH 15
THE VUE
DECK
2 PM
ALPINE
SPRINGS
OTHER
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Amer, Amari, Amargo
3 PM
3:00 – 6:00 PM
4 PM
Grand Tasting
&
Private Reserve
5 PM
3:30 – 4:30 PM
D&A of Tiki
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Gin Renaissance
6 PM
7 PM
6:30 PM
WG&S & Saveur Drink
Present a Cocktail
Paired Dinner at the
Pine Creek Cookhouse
8 PM
9 PM
SUNDAY
MARCH 16
11 AM
JIMMY’S
ASPEN
SEMINARS
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Perfect
Irish Coffee
12 PM
1 PM
11:00 – 2:00 PM
Pre-Pub Crawl
Brunch
2 PM
3 PM
4 PM
5 PM
6 PM
2:30 - 3:30 PM
2:00 – 6:00 PM
Great Après Ski
Pub Crawl
Absinthe
@ Justice Snow’s
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Barrel Aging
Chef’s Club @ St. Regis
presents
THE GREAT
APRÈS-SKI
PUB CRAWL
Sunday 2pm–6pm
$30*
Various locations in Aspen
Seven bars in Aspen compete for bragging rights for this year’s “Best Après Ski
Cocktail.” Your ticket gets you your credential, wrist band, and the signature cocktail
at each venue! The list includes Jimmy’s Restaurant, Justice Snow’s, J Bar @ Hotel
Jerome, Chef’s Club @ St. Regis, Chair 9 @ The Little Nell, Ute City and 39 Degrees @
Sky Hotel. This year’s brands include Aviation Gin, Tulllamore Dew, Averna Amero,
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Trumer Pils, Stolichnaya, and Blue Nectar Tequila.
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BEST OF 2013
2013 JURY WINNER:
Jimmy’s Restaurant & Bar’s
“Kiss Me I’m Irish” featuring
Tullamore Dew 2013
2013 AUDIENCE AWARD:
Chair Nine @ The Little Nell
“Ginger & Maryann” featuring
Domaine de Canton
2013 WINNER BEST APRÉS SCENE:
39 degrees at Sky Hotel
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Ski Cocktail Classic
2014 RESPONSIBLY.
SKILLFULLY
ENJOY
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TALENT
STAFF
Andrew Helsley
Anthony Caporale
Ben Jones
Brooke Arthur
Carlton McCoy
Charlotte Voisey
Chris Keating
Daniel Brancusi
David Johnson
Gary Crunkleton
Jim Butchart
Jimmy Yeager
Jonathan Pogash
Kim Haasarud
Matty Durgin
Mitch Bechard
Natalie Bovis
Ronnie Sanchez
Stephen Gould
Steve Olson
Tad Carducci
Will Nolan
Executive Producers
Kim Haasarud
Joe Lang
Kevin Haasarud
Laura Albers
Public Relations
Anna De Souza,
Live in Five PR
Debbie Rizzo, DrinkPR
Graphic Design
Craig Wheeless & Erin Rigney,
Rainy Day Designs
Dream Team
Production Staff
Dylan Regan
Brian Murray
Shawna Brown
Darin Toy
Leah Stroup
All the wonderful ASCC
Volunteers!
SPECIAL THANKS
Aspen Ski Company
Westin Snowmass Resort
John Curnow
Tim Johnson
Bridget Johnson
Jill Canning
Martin Vereja
Allison Campbell
The entire Westin & Wildwood staff for
their tireless efforts in providing a
top-shelf experience.
Viceroy Resort
Hugh Templeman
John Quigley
Emily Albers
Lana & Dan Murray
Jeremy Mitchell,
Food Connect & EZTix
Stay Aspen Snowmass
Snowmass Tourism
Aspen Sojourner
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SICILY
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Orange Liqueur
4 parts Prosecco
(or any dry,
sparkling wine)
Build ingredients over
ice in a wine glass, stir
to incorporate, garnish
with an orange slice.
Solerno Liqueur, 40% Alc./Vol. ©2013 William Grant & Sons, Inc. New York, NY.
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