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6 Christmas Drinks to Get You Through the Holiday Season

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6 Christmas Drinks

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Don’t you just love shopping for gifts, decorating your house, cooking up a storm and spending time with the people you love?!

If you feel like holidays get a little hectic or can’t seem to get into a holiday spirit, grab a drink! We have so many festive ideas for you, so stock your alcohol cabinet and enjoy these Christmas Drinks recipes!

6 Christmas Cocktails to Get You Through the Holiday Season

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  • 2.5 oz Belvedere Vodka
  • 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth
  • 1 Star Anise
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
  • 1 Clove

Combine Belvedere, vermouth and spices in mixing glass with ice. Stir for 25 seconds and strain in to a chilled glass. Garnish with the same spices that were stirred and twist with an orange peel and discard Recipe courtesy of Svedka Vodka.

Spiced Chocolate Stout Beer Cocktail

  • 2 tablespoons brandy
  • 2 tablespoons Spicy Simple Syrup
  • Ice
  • Chocolate stout
  • Garnish: cinnamon stick

Combine brandy and Spicy Simple Syrup in a pint glass over ice. Top with chocolate stout, and stir. Garnish, if desired. Recipe courtesy of Southern Living

Rosy Apple Sparkler

  • 1 cup apple juice
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) apple syrup
  • 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) apple brandy (such as calvados)
  • 3 ounces (6 tablespoons) sparkling rosé
  • Garnish: apple slices

Bring apple juice and sugar to a boil in a small saucepan; cook 1 minute or until sugar completely dissolves. Chill completely. Combine apple syrup, apple brandy, and rosé in a glass; stir gently. Garnish, if desired. Recipe courtesy of Coastal Living

Mulled Wine

Ingredients:

  • 2 Bottles of Red Wine
  • 1/3 cup Brandy
  • 1/3 cup Sugar
  • 1 Orange & Zest
  • 8 Cloves
  • 2 tsp Ginger
  • 4 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 2 Star Anise

Directions: Combine all ingredients in a 4 quart sauce pan and bring to a boil, stirring periodically. Simmer ten minutes, serve warm.

Cranberry Mimosas

Ingredients:

  • 1 lime, halved
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • 1 c. sweetened cranberry juice
  • 1 bottle champagne
  • 12 fresh cranberries
  • 4 small sprigs fresh rosemary

Directions: Rub rims of champagne flutes with lime and dip in sugar. Pour 1/4 cup cranberry juice into each glass and top with champagne. Use a toothpick to poke a hole through cranberries. Thread rosemary skewer through cranberries and garnish mimosas. Recipe courtesy of Delish

Pomegranate Moscow Mule

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. vodka
  • 1 oz. pomegranate juice
  • 1 tbsp. pomegranate seeds
  • 1 tbsp. lime juice
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • 1/2 c. ice
  • ginger beer
  • Sprig of Rosemary

Directions: In a cocktail glass stir together vodka, pomegranate juice, pomegranate seeds, tbsp. lime juice, honey, and ice. Top off with ginger beer and garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary.

 

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Happy Holidays!

Best Thanksgiving Wines to Offer Your Guests

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5 Thanksgiving Wines to Try

Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away! Did you start preparing for hosting your family and friends? It doesn’t matter if you are having a few people or a crowd, planning out your Thanksgiving wines ahead of time will pay off big time. If you plan out the food and the decorations, why NOT alcohol? Trust us, your guests will feel extra special when they see you took the time to serve their favorite drinks!

Here’s what to consider when thinking of Thanksgiving Wines for your guests:

 

Best Thanksgiving Wines to Offer Your Guests

  1. Choose a Sparkling Wine To Start With. Perfect for toasting plus if you keep it chilled, you can serve sparkling wine all night because it pairs beautifully with so many Thanksgiving dishes. For dry lovers, go with Brut. Rosé-style sparkling wines will be sweeter.
  2. Pair Your Turkey and Dressing With… Cabernet Franc, a dry Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Merlot, Pinot Noir or a fruity Zinfandel.
  3. Something for a Traditional Taste. You can never go wrong with Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay for your white wines because of their well-balanced acidity. For red wine lovers, go with Pinot, Sauvignon Cabernet or Merlot.
  4. Don’t Forget About a Dessert. A sweet Moscato, Port, Sherry or any “late harvest” wine will go great with your Thanksgiving desserts. Your goal is to choose a wine that is comparably sweet or even sweeter than your dessert. Otherwise, it will come off as bitter or sour… Unless you decide to keep serving your sparkling wine because that one will pair beautifully with chocolate and most other sweet desserts. 😉
  5. Leave it Up to Your Guests. If possible, offer wine from each category and at least two wine glasses for each guest so everyone can decide for themselves! After all, everyone has a different taste and palate so this strategy will ensure your guests will be satisfied AND grateful.

What if your guests don’t like drinking wine? Check out what other alcohol beverages you can serve with your Thanksgiving dishes in this post!

Tri-State Liquors has all your Thanksgiving wines covered. Choose from thousands of beverages at the best discount prices and best of all… NO SALES TAX!

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Best Tailgating Beers to Buy Now

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best tailgaiting beers to buy

When fall season rolls in, it typically means two things for football fans. Tailgating parties and Fantasy Football! Add beer to the mix and you have a perfect combination!

If you’re wondering what are the best Tailgating Beers to buy now, we have a great selection for you! At Tri-State Liquors, we appreciate quality and always offer great deals and discounts to our customers. Browse our current beer selection below to see if there’s anything you’d like! Let’s be honest, tailgating is a lifestyle and you need to honor it! 😉

Best Tailgating Beers to Buy Now (at Tri-State Liquors)

 

Bud, Bud Light, Coors Light, Miller Lite – $20.99 (30-Pack)

Heineken – $24.99 (24-Pack Loose Bottles)

Corona Regular or Light – $25.99 (24/12 oz Loose Bottles, cash only)

Modelo Especial – $24.99 (24 Loose Cans)

Yuengling Lager – $17.99 (24 Loose Cans)

 

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Not sure how to prepare for a perfect football party? Check out these tips for making your Tailgating a winner situation.

 

 

beverages at the best discount prices and best of all… NO SALES Tri-State Liquors has all your tailgating beers covered. We stock 20,000 cases of imported and domestic beers, huge selection of ice cold kegs, soda, wine, wine coolers, liquor and more! Choose from thousands of beverages at the best discount prices and best of all… NO SALES TAX!

Top 12 Tips for Making Your Next Football Tailgate a Winner!

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Top 12 Tips for Making Your Next Football Tailgate a Winner!

Football season has arrived and fans everywhere are hyped up for the fun ahead. There’s nothing like sitting in an arena with thousands of similarly dressed and like-minded enthusiasts avidly rooting for their awesome team.

One of the most anticipated activities for both college and pro football fans is the tailgate that comes before the game. Grilling out in the parking lot before the game and hanging with your best buds can make a football game even more memorable.

Want to get the most out of your football tailgate?  Do some pre-planning and check out our list of tips:

Top 12 Football Tailgating Tips:

  1. Arrive Early – Most tailgaters arrive 3 to 4 hours before the game starts so as to enjoy tailgating at a leisurely pace and give themselves plenty of time for set up and cleanup.
  2. Get a Good Spot – Finding the ideal location can make your tailgate party a little more fun. Try to find a space next to a grassy area so you’ll have more area to spread out.
  3. Bring a Canopy or tent – Rain or Shine, a canopy comes in handy, especially to escape the mid-afternoon sun.
  4. Know the Rules – Check out ahead of time any particular rules the parking lot or facility has regarding tailgates. Some college campus lots may not allow alcohol. Nothing dampers a tailgate like being asked to leave because you inadvertently broke the rules.
  5. Make a List – Make a list of all the cooking, serving, food and beverage items you’ll need.  Check off items as you pack. Pack all non-perishable items such as paper products (plates, napkins, towels, forks, spoons, etc.) and cooking supplies (grill, charcoal, propane, pans, serving platters and utensils) the night before. Don’t forget a first aid kit, trash bags, rain gear, sunscreen, water, and damp towels in ziplocks to clean hands and face.
  6. Plan your Menu – To keep the work the day of the tailgate to a minimum, do as much food prep as possible the day before and keep it simple. Items like marinated shish kebobs, burgers, dogs, brats are easy enough to grill. Even better, eliminate the need to cook entirely by making a batch of pulled pork or roast beef for sandwiches. A tray of hoagies is always a hit with sports fans. Click Here for the Food Network’s Top 50 Tailgating Recipes.
  7. Large Beverage Cooler – It goes without saying that you should know your guests tastes and bring plenty of their favorite beverages and water. Keep them iced by freezing a bunch of water bottles. Don’t forget to bring cork screws and bottle openers.
  8. Top 12 Tips for Making Your Next Football Tailgate a Winner! Show Off Your Team Colors – Nothing sets the mood better than boldly posting your team colors. You could even fly a team flag on a high pole so your guests can easily find your tailgate location. Needless to say, dressing in a team jersey or sweatshirt is a must.
  9. Make Friends with Your Neighbors – Regardless of your tailgate neighbor’s team affiliation, make an effort to get friendly. If they are like-minded, you’ll have a lot in common. If they are rivals, be respectful and keep things cool.
  10. Bring Some Games – Don’t forget to bring a football to toss around, corn hole and try this Pocket Trivia: American Football App
  11. Time the Food – Be sure to serve the food 1 to 2 hours before that game starts to give yourself plenty of time to eat, cleanup and cool down the grills.
  12. Clean Up Your Tailgate Area – Every tailgater has a responsibility to keep their area clean and free of discarded trash. Be courteous and respectful by cleaning up. Don’t forget to bring plenty of large trashbags.

beverages at the best discount prices and best of all… NO SALES Tri-State Liquors has all your football tailgate beverage needs covered. We stock 20,000 cases of imported and domestic beers, huge selection of ice cold kegs, soda, wine, wine coolers, liquor and more! Choose from thousands of beverages at the best discount prices and best of all… NO SALES TAX!

When to Draft a Fantasy Football QB?

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When to Draft a Fantasy Football QB?

Summer is coming to an end, which means the beginning of the NFL and Fantasy Football. One of the most crucial aspects of compiling a strong lineup week in and week out is properly valuing the quarterback position. When it comes to standard or PPR 12 man leagues, drafting your quarterback in the right round is what can make or break your season. While it may be nice to have one of the big three quarterbacks in your lineup (Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady, Drew Brees), these players simply are not worth their output in their given rounds. The latter rounds of your fantasy draft are where you get the best value on the quarterback position. Here’s the breakdown.

When to Draft a Fantasy Football QB?

    • Last year, the league average in points per game scored (PPG) was 15.93. Using the same PPG value, Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady each averaged roughly 18.5 PPG, while Drew Brees average a mere 16.41 PPG.  Drew Brees basically average PPG performance does not justify taking him at his average draft position (ADP) of 37.7, which is an early 4th round pick. Aaron Rodgers had an ADP of 19.8, a late 2nd round pick and Tom Brady typically taken in the early 3rd round with an ADP of 27.4. While these quarterbacks are more than elite on the field, their fantasy performance does not garner the use of a high round pick, but could better be used adding depth to your wide receiver or running back groups.
    • In the case of the 3rd and 4th round picks, begin exploring the idea of drafting a top-tier fantasy tight end like Rob Gronkowski, Travis Kelce, or even Zach Ertz.
    • The ideal place to draft a quarterback is in the late rounds of your fantasy draft. Instead of trying to take a flier on an oft-injured wide receiver or running back in attempts to find a steal and continue to add depth to your roster, it’s time to start looking for your quarterback. Three of the best four fantasy quarterbacks of last year were drafted in the 12th and 14th rounds. Rookie Deshaun Watson of the Houston Texans had an ADP of 161.1, which is a mid-14th round pick. Prior to his season-ending injury, he was averaging an eye-popping 24.12 PPG. For those of you paying attention, that’s nearly 6 points more per game than what Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers averaged, and he could have been drafted over 10 rounds later. Carson Wentz had an ADP of 132.7, an early 12th round pick and also prior to his season-ending injury was averaging 21.67 PPG.

    • Then finally, we have Alex Smith, who had an ADP of 160.7, a mid-14th round pick, and averaged 19.68 PPG. Alex Smith started all but one game last year, which may have made him the most valuable fantasy quarterback in the 2017 draft. The other elite fantasy quarterback was Russell Wilson, who’s ADP was 63.5, an early 5th round pick who averaged 21.74 PPG.  This output is, in fact, elite and a valuable pick in the 5th round.
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    • While having the consistency of Aaron Rodgers or Tom Brady in your lineup seems ideal, they simply are not worth their pick value.  If you are getting anxious about rounds continuing to pass without having a starting quarterback in your lineup, wait till the 5th round and take Russell Wilson. However, if you are trying to build a truly dominant team, be patient and wait till the later rounds to draft your quarterback. You receive far greater value on a late round quarterback compared to an early round quarterback, giving you the chance to add depth to skill positions while the rest of your league wastes their high round picks on household names.

For more information on all things Fantasy Football, check out this ESPN guide.

 

Ready for the Fantasy Football draft party?

 

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