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2012 - Issue 2 - Winter

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GUIDE imbibe cheers TOP-SHELF TEQUILAS ARE THE TOAST OF THE TOWN. BY LOLLI JOHNS Ajax Tavern T he place to see and be seen, this slopeside eatery is an après hot spot. Back by popular demand, the Flaming Lips of Bell is a twist on a traditional margarita: Herradura tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime, jalapeño, and vanilla simple syrup. 685 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-6334; thelittlenell.com Cantina I ts classic margarita can't be beat. If feeling especially bold, order a shot of your favorite tequila served in the famous "shot ski." Bottoms up! 411 E. Main St., 970-925-3663; cantina-aspen.com Ellina K ick-start an evening out with Ellina's Pura Margarita 901 triple-distilled tequila, 03 orange liqueur, and fresh-squeezed lime. Simple, fresh, and tasty. 430 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-2976; ellinaaspen.com Matsuhisa A long with impeccable sushi and sake options, Matsu is spot-on for innovative cocktails, too. We 39 Degrees at the Sky Hotel is a swanky lounge serving creative cocktails. squeeze of lime, and served up with an orange twist. 845 Meadows Road, 970-925-4240; platoaspen.com The Regal T own's late-night club, with popular DJs and exclusive VIP bottle service, is known for its Cosmorita. recommend the Sudachi margarita, Made with Atra Silver tequila and with Milagro Silver tequila, Sudachi shochu, and fresh lime juice—an Asian-inspired twist on the classic margarita. cranberry and lime juices, it's a must-try for party animals. 220 S. Galena St., 970-989-8016; regalaspen.com; platoaspen.com 303 E. Main St., 970-544-6628; matsuhisaaspen.com Plato's at Aspen Meadows Resort F 39 Degrees L or a flavorful pick-me-up, try the Reposado Drop: Don Julio Reposado and homemade salted caramel syrup, shaken with a small ocated at the Sky Hotel, this sultry lounge is shaking a new cocktail: The Sweet & Spicy. Made with Don Julio Blanco tequila and Domaine de Canton ginger liqueur, muddled jalapeño, red bell pepper, lime juice, and simple syrup, it will spice up any night. 709 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-6760; theskyhotel.com Venga Venga C elebrity chef Richard Sandoval's outpost, this Snowmass restaurant has every variety of margarita you could dream up. Sample the Prickly Pear: blueberry-infused Espolon tequila, prickly pear, and sour, served on the rocks. Cheers! 105 Daly Lane, 970-923-7777; richardsandoval.com/vengavenga Zocalita T ucked downstairs just off of Hyman Avenue pedestrian mall, this traditional Latin bistro serves a raspberry margarita, a traditional margarita with muddled raspberry. 420 E. Hyman Ave., 970-920-1991; zocalito.com AP MEZCAL MASTER Jimmy Yaeger, owner of Jimmy's An American Restaurant & Bar, talks tequila. Your preferred tequila and cocktail of choice? The Camarena family is making several tequilas—El Tesoro, Tequila Tapatio, Tequila Ocho, and Excellia—that I believe are the best on today's market. My favorite tequila cocktail is the Paloma: El Tesoro Platinum tequila, fresh ruby-red grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, a splash of soda, and a pinch of salt. The bar at Jimmy's features an award- winning selection of tequilas and mezcals. Why is tequila in a class of its own? Tequila is made from a plant called agave. Agave has intrinsic flavor unlike "neutral" grain spirits, which derive most of their flavors from the regional water, yeast, infused flavoring, and aging. Tequila offers a unique terroir profile and is extremely versatile. 205 S. Mill St., 970-925-6020; jimmysaspen.com 212 ASPENPEAK-MAGAZINE.COM

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