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The current state of today's ski industry has made après-ski a bit different this winter. Hanging at the lodge amidst throngs of people is non-existent for the time being. It has been replaced, instead, by a resurgent tailgating scene and plenty of at-home après-ski cocktails. If you have been listening to our new Beyond the Après podcast, Halley O'Brien and I have highlighted numerous craft beers as well as a few simple cocktails from famous distilleries to enhance this new après experience.
Après-Ski Differently This Winter
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One of our guests, and legendary Utah après-ski bar is High West Distillery, has taken this to a new level in their newest endeavor. Along with their other Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) member, Top Shelf Services, they are collaborating to deliver a hyperlocal cocktail experience – right to your door.
As the winner of the PCARA Summer Cocktail Contest, High West Distillery has been awarded the opportunity to create three original cocktails to comprise an exclusive High West Bartenders Box from Top Shelf Services.
“This is the first year our Cocktail Contest winner will be featured in their very own Top Shelf Bartenders Box,” Park City Area Restaurant Association executive director Ginger Wicks said. “These craft cocktail experiences are becoming incredibly popular with locals, and we’re excited to see – and sip – three brand new creations from the talented High West mixology team.”
No Bartending Skills Necessary
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No worries if your bartending/mixology skills are lacking. Each Top Shelf Bartenders Box is equipped with fresh ingredients, helpful how-to videos, and include everything patrons need to prepare high-end, quality cocktails at home. In other words, these boozie boxes will turn you into the Cocktail version of Tom Cruise during your next post pow celebration with friends.
One caveat though...the boxes do not include alcohol. However, High West spirits can be purchased at High West General Store in Old Town Park City, High West Distillery on Blue Sky Ranch in Wanship, or Utah state liquor stores.
Three Different Après-ski Cocktails in One High West Bartenders Box
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The High West Bartenders Box will include fixin’s for the following cocktails:
Fool’s Gold – Light and refreshing, this cocktail features flavors of lavender and lemon. Best prepared with High West American Prairie Bourbon.
Hold Your Horses – Stirred and strong, this cocktail features bold flavors of five-spice simple syrup and bitters. Best prepared with High West Double Rye!.
Long Rider – A winter warmer, this cocktail features tropical flavors balanced with aromatic bitters. Best prepared with High West American Prairie Bourbon.
Photo Credit: High West Distillery
These awesome High West Bartenders Boxes are available now for pickup or delivery to the Wasatch Back and select zip codes in the Wasatch Front. So if you are a Utah resident looking to up your après-ski cocktail game, visit The Bartenders Box to place your order. Then, when you go to pick them up, be sure to rock our Adirondack Chair Hoodie. Not only is it comfy and warm but who knows, they may even recognize the All About Après logo and give you a shot of whiskey. Well maybe not, but it's worth a try.
