Our Museum Sponsors

Corporate Sponsors

A corporate sponsor is a beverage company or hotel/bar chain that has donated $14,000 to the museum this year:

			Finlandia
			Finlandia Vodka was the first imported vodka to the US in 1970. Finlandia is produced from its beautiful resources in Finland, including, pure glacial spring water and the finest six-row barley grown under the long days and white nights of the Finnish summer. The pure, crisp taste of Finlandia Vodka is what makes it unique and one of the top premium vodka brands in the world.

			Plymouth Gin
			First distilled in 1793 in Plymouth, England, Plymouth Gin is steeped in history. It is the only gin with a Protected Designation of Origin, which distinguishes Plymouth Gin by requiring it be distilled in only one location -- within the ancient walls of Plymouth, England at the Black Friar's Distillery. Also of note, Plymouth Gin is featured in the first and oldest dry martini recipe documented in 1896 in Stuart's Fancy Drinks and How to Mix Them.

Sponsors

These individuals, companies, or corporations, have donated significantly to the museum this year:

			BarSol Pisco
			The #1 Pisco exported from Peru in 2005, Barsol Pisco is a clear spirit, distilled from muscat style grapes that vary in intensities of aromas and flavors. Produced by one of the oldest and traditional pisco producers in Peru Bodega San Isidro - dating back to the late 1800s, Barsol has unique characteristics acquired from a careful fermentation and single distillation process in copper alambic pots, resulting in a superior premium Pisco. It is extremely versatile, perfect alternative for making exotic cocktails or sipping after dinner.

			Bols
			Bols, the worlds oldest distiller was founded by the Bols family back in the 17th century in Amsterdam. The Bols family immediately started to earn a living through distilling and wine trading, but it was Lucas, born in 1652, who really took Bols to the market place for the first time. Taking advantage of the fact that the 17th century was a golden age for Dutch traders, Lucas was able to expand the premises until he had a large distillery with six stills. From these small scale beginnings, Bols has grown to become the manufacturer of some of the worlds finest liqueurs, gins/jenevers and vodkas, sold in 110 countries around the world. Purity and quality are the watchwords of the Bols brand. The company motto, which dates back to the Bols family origins, is Semper Idem, which means Always the Same. This reflects an strong obsession and commitment to producing liqueurs, gins and vodka to the same high quality that continues into the modern day.

			Depaz Rhum

			Hendricks Gin

			Jose Cuervo Platino Tequila

			Maker's Mark

			Partida Tequila
			Partida Tequila (www.partidatequila.com) is an authentic, all-natural, estate-grown premium Tequila, made from 100% blue agave in Amatitn, the heart of Mexicos historic Tequila region. From cultivation and harvest to cooking, distillation and aging, Partida maintains exceptional standards of quality and consistency. The Partida Estate produces three distinctive Tequilas: Blanco (not aged), Reposado (aged six months) and Aejo (aged 18 months). Partida Tequila is now distributed in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Washington, DC and Washington state. Partida will continue to expand aggressively and strategically in the United States and has also begun distribution in Mexico. The United Kingdom launch is planned for June of this year.

			Pernod
			Pernod is an aniseed-flavored liqueur. It gets its characteristic flavor from the star anise spice and the licorice plant. However, Pernod has a delicate flavor that makes it easier to appreciate and blend. It also clouds up with the addition of water, turning an almond green that resembles its original inspiration, absinthe. Today, Pernod is not only a delicious aperitif but also a versatile ingredient in numerous cocktails and dishes.

			Remy Cointreau
			The innovation of the Cointreau family for over 150 years has made Cointreau one of the world's most famous and successful liqueurs. Today, Cointreau is sold in more than 200 countries. Thirteen million bottles are sold every year... that's over 350 million glasses of Cointreau! It is the authentic choice of many top bartenders, and you will always find Cointreau in the smartest and most fashionable bars.

			Skyy Vodka

			The Perfect Pureé of Napa Valley
			Since the product first became available in 1989, The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley® has grown from eight to nearly thirty flavors. Thousands of chefs and kitchen professionals across the country have come to count on the high quality and consistency of The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley®.

Services Rendered

We would also like to recognize those companies and individuals who have diligently worked hard and helping us meet a variety of needs of the museum by generously providing us with services or supplies this year that have been invaluable in helping us with our exhibits, projects, and events:

			Ardent Spirits

			DrinkBoy.com
			DrinkBoy.com is a website that since 1998 has been dedicated to providing clear and concise information about the art of the cocktail. In addition to the hand-picked listing of cocktails, and articles that focus on the helping people understand it's culinary potential, the website also hosts a discussion forum where many of the worlds leading bartenders and mixologists gather to share insights, information, and inspiration. " To truly appreciate and respect the culinary potential of the cocktail, it is critical to understand it's origins and it's history. I feel that the Museum of the American Cocktail provides the general public with an excellent and unique opportunity to really comprehend what the cocktail is, and can be." -Robert Hess www.DrinkBoy.com You can visit the website at http://www.DrinkBoy.com, and participate in the online discussion forum at http://groups.msn.com/drinkboy.

			Imbibe Magazine

			KingCocktail.com

			Liquid Relations
			An agency dedicated to the creation of life changing cocktail and spirit service experiences.

			New York Bar Show
			Located in the Heart of New York City, The Bar Show is the Only Trade Show specifically for Professionals representing the Bar, Nightclub, Restaurant, and Liquor Store Industry. The Bar Show means business!

			Sante

			Sante Restaurant Symposium
			2008 Sante Restaurant Symposium, June 1-4, 2008, The Equinox, Manchester, VT Economics, Environment, Employees: Meeting the 21st-Century Challenge The Sante Restaurant Symposium is the most comprehensive and compelling conference of its kind, designed specifically for fine-dining and upscale-casual hospitality professionals who want to increase profits, stay on top of trends, and learn from and network with the most successful restaurateurs in the industry. Register today by calling 800.493.9585 or visit http://www.isantemagazine.com/symposium_attendees.html

			Tales of the Cocktail

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