Wholesale Champagne Glasses

With summer finally reaching the shores of the United Kingdom, the populace is rushing out to make the most of the summer sun before the notoriously unpredictable British weather makes a sudden and dramatic change for the worse.

Although thoughts naturally drift to BBQ’s and beer, burgers and sausages, all washed down with gallons of cheap foreign beer, there are a growing number of people who are instead choosing a more sophisticated approach.

With the increasing popularity of all things natural and organic, more and more of us are choosing to grow our own foods and forage out in the wild larder for a free snack or accompaniment to a home cooked recipe.

A different approach to the traditional meaty barbecue and beer is the altogether different offering of home grown salads, fruit puddings and homemade wines to be enjoyed with friends and family. Many would say that the experience of sharing your home-grown and home-prepared food and drink with those closest to you provides a more fulfilling experience; if nothing more, a talking point of how, where and when the foods on offer can be found and used.

One topic that has always been popular with the majority of Brits is homemade alcohol. With tales of explosions in the garage and an end product that can strip paint from walls or power the next space mission to the moon, there has always been a dramatic side to this once popular pastime. With the economic crunch putting a squeeze on the amount of money people are prepared to spend on fancy beers and wines, a re-emergence of the home brew enthusiast as popular as in the 1970′s is upon us.

Elderflower champagne is one of the easiest and quickest of all summer beverages to make, perfect for those lazy summer days and evenings in the garden and ideal for a novice starting out on the home brew trail.

Elderflower is abundant in early to mid summer and easily identifiable by its flower and fragrance. With any wild food however, care should be taken to correctly identify what you are taking home to eat or drink. Do your research before heading out, and take pictures and a written description from a book or the internet to help you.

A quick search on the internet will turn up numerous versions of this light and refreshing homemade champagne, all of which can be tweaked to some degree or another to produce something personal to your own tastes, but here is one to get you started.

The following recipe makes around 6 litres, but if you like it and want to make more, just multiply the quantities.

Ingredients:

4 litres hot water
700g sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Juice & zest of four lemons
Around 15 elderflower heads, in full bloom
Yeast may not be needed, as Elderflower contains its own, but if fermentation doesn’t start on its own, a pinch of yeast may be needed to kick start the process.

Method:

1. Put the 4 litres hot water and sugar into a large container and stir until the sugar dissolves. Top up with 2 litres of cold water so you have 6 litres in total.

2. Add the lemon juice and zest, the white wine vinegar and the Elderflower heads, then stir gently.

3. Cover with clean muslin and leave to ferment in a cool, airy place for a couple of days. Take a look at the brew at this point, and if it’s not foaming a little indicating that it’s beginning to ferment, add a pinch of yeast.

4. Leave the mixture to ferment, again covered with muslin, for a further four days. Strain the liquid through a sieve lined with muslin and decant into sterilised strong glass bottles with champagne stoppers or Grolsch-style metal swing tops, or sterilized screw-top plastic bottles (a good deal of pressure can build up inside as the fermenting brew produces carbon dioxide, so strong bottles and seals are essential).

5. Seal the bottles and leave your champagne to ferment in the bottles for at least one week before serving, chilled. The champagne should keep in the bottles for several months if they are stored in a cool, dry place.

To be on the safe side, it’s better to store the champagne in a cool shed or garage so that if any bottles do explode, you’re not left with a sticky mess to clear up around the house.

Lastly, sit in the garden with a bowl of fresh strawberries, preferably home grown straight from the plant, before your visitors arrive and take time to appreciate what you have created Enjoy.

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Stem glasses are referred to by various names. To some, stem glasses are called wine glasses, where as to others, they are dubbed as champagne flutes or even cocktail glasses. No matter the varying names, stem glasses are in the category of drink ware defined by their stems which are set on bases. All types of stem glasses are cataloged as stem ware. An archetypal facet to stem glasses are their tapered stems or trunk that divide the drinking bowls from the base. We will examine a few stem glass aspects in order to distinguish one stem ware from the other.

Stem glasses can be manufactured from different types of materials, ranging from ceramic, metal or glass. Typically, whatever materials are employed, stem ware will still attain similar magnitudes as the elementary steam glass dimensions. Some forms of stem glasses include margarita glasses, cocktail glasses, cordial glasses, brandy snifters, champagne flutes, chalices, goblets and wine glasses. Each form of stem glass possesses its own unique breadth.

Each type of stem ware has its own distinctive shape. Let’s take the martini glass for example; this stem glass is also popularly known as a cocktail glass, has a bowl that’s conically shaped and can house around 200 to 250 ml of liquids. An ordinary, run-of-the-mill martini or cocktail glass is about 6 inches in height and a diameter of roughly a little over 2 inches. A basic martini or cocktail glass usually has a 4 inch spacious aperture. Glass manufacturers nowadays have become more inventive, targeting niche markets by making martini and cocktail glasses wider and taller in order to make allocations for the popular drink, double martinis.

Wine glasses, obviously used for wine tasting or drinking the beverage itself, also has its own regular width and breadth. A classic wine glass is about 6 ½ inches in height, about 3 inches in width and its base’s girth is about 2 ½ inches. The profile of this particular stem ware is made in such a way so that the aromas and color of wines will be displayed to their best advantage. It is interesting to note that under normal circumstances, a traditional wine glass’s cavity is not any bigger than its base. This is to balance the glass when it’s placed on a surface.

And now for the proverbial champagne flute, the stem glass used to house champagne of rich golden hues and bubbly disposition. Champagne glasses normally have a couple of variants; the champagne flute and the champagne coupe. Champagne flutes are about 8 inches tall and 2 ½ inches in width, and can contain up to 6 ounces of liquids. The body of a champagne flute is slender and elegant, and best represents the quality of champagne displayed. Champagne coupes are more old school and hardly used anymore nowadays. You would remember seeing them in old movies in the hands of beautiful leading ladies bedecked in expensive jewels. A champagne coupe is typically shaped like a saucer with a shallow bowl, and is about 7 ½ cm tall with by and large a width of 8.5 cm.

The Mayflower Hotel in Washington DC Offers Special 2009 Presidential Inauguration Hotel Packages

Washington, DC (PRWEB) November 2, 2008

Come January, the nation will see in a new administration. Whether Republican or Democratic–history will be made. This may prove to be among the most exciting inaugural event in years. What more fitting a place to usher in the new power elite than The Mayflower Hotel in Washington DC. This inaugural season, the venerable “second best address in Washington, DC” offers a variety of special 2009 Presidential inauguration packages quite literally on the road to the White House–and since The Mayflower Hotel has the most suites of any hotel in the DC Metro area–it is the perfect spot to celebrate.

For a totally unique experience, the Ultimate Presidential hotel package, includes a three night stay in the hotel’s luxurious Presidential or Mayflower Suite, complete with limo service to and from point of arrival and departure; his and hers signature inaugural jewelry from Tiny Jewelry Box; Dom Perignon Champagne with Baccarat toasting flutes from Tiffany & Co.; in- room massage for two; 24 hour butler service; a custom designed inaugural cocktail by legendary bartender Sambonn Lek of the hotel’s destination Town & Country bar; inaugural petit fors specially designed by the hotel’s pastry team and his and hers inaugural garb from Burberry to keep special guests warm during the inaugural ceremony. For a cool $ 51,000 complete–our Washington DC hotel’s Presidential Package is a one of a kind life experience.

For those looking for just a little less fanfare but a top notch inaugural stay, the DC hotel offers a 2009 Inaugural Suite package which includes accommodations in a luxury suite with access to the exclusive Mayflower Club level–which offers several food and beverage presentations throughout the day as well as a dedicated concierge in beautiful surroundings including fireplace, cushy, comfortable furniture and uncompromising service. Each night of their stay, guests will receive a different commemorative 2009 Presidential Inaugural gift at turndown. The Inaugural Suite package is priced at $ 1500 per night with a minimum three-night stay.

Whether in Suite 776 where FDR penned the famous line, “the only thing we have to fear is fear itself” or in room 351, where WW II spy and saboteur George Dasch exposed a plot to destroy US power plants and factories; or in the ballrooms and grand hallways where the political and social elite still walk today, an exhibition of artifacts from days gone by is on display on the Mezzanine level. And, in truly bipartisan fashion, the Renaissance Mayflower is neither blue nor red–it’s green. Only eco friendly products keep the historic room spic and span; batteries are recycled; paper, metal and glass products are recycled and environmentally friendly light bulbs add a warm glow to each room. With the nation entering a new phase, celebrating the 2009 Presidential Inauguration at The Renaissance Mayflower Hotel will be a memory of historic proportions.

The Mayflower, a Renaissance Hotel, is located at 1127 Connecticut Ave., NW, in Washington, D.C. For more information or hotel reservations, call 202 347 3000 or visit renaissancemayflower.com.

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New Internet Shopping Site Offering More than Martini Glasses and Cocktail Shakers Knows “It’s Always Happy Hour Somewhere”

(PRWEB) December 1, 2004

Always Happy Hour, a new Milwaukee-based internet webstore, (http://www.alwayshappyhour.com) held a Grand Opening Website Launch Party at popular local nightspot ArtBar-Riverwest on Thursday evening, November 18, 2004. Over 100 guests attended the gala event featuring product displays, drink specials, light appetizers, and lounge-themed music by local DJ John Murges who spins regularly at clubs Moct and III (3) in Milwaukee.

Entrepreneurs Andy Schaidler and Brian Buchberger – both of suburban Wauwatosa WI – hosted the event to introduce local customers to their new e-commerce website and wide product line of specialty barware, cocktail-themed gifts and decor, drinking accessories, and apparel.

“We wanted to show the unusual, cool, and hard-to-find merchandise we offer” Schaidler explained, “and also wanted to throw a party celebrating what we expect will be an exciting new venture for us locally and nationwide”.

Apparently, the crowd agreed, placing orders totaling over $ 1000.00 that night alone. On display was a huge product selection including martini glasses, cocktail shakers, champagne glasses, ice buckets, wine glasses, serving ware, Guinness and Jack Daniels logo glasses, lighting and decor, flasks, wine chillers, corkscrews, and signature apparel featuring their trademark logo and slogan: “It’s Always Happy Hour Somewhere”. Door Prize gift bags of cocktail themed merchandise were given to three randomly-selected guests during the 3 hour event.

“We’ve always enjoyed looking for and finding special things for our own home bar collections”, Buchberger says, “So we figured this was an obvious choice for a small business. They always say you should work at what you love!”.    

The two got the business idea after attending classes offered this spring by Ebay University in Milwaukee and Chicago, and also from researching mail-order companies at the Milwaukee Public Library. After several buying trips to wholesale home furnishings and gift shows in Chicago and Dallas, they developed the concept of offering unique bar ware that isn’t usually found at the average home furnishings store, department store, or mass merchandiser. Work on their Ebay Store has already begun, and plans are underway for a Yahoo Store and affiliations with other on-line marketers such as Google’s “Froogle” and Amazon.com which offer 3rd party sales and shipping thru small entrepreneurs.

Always Happy Hour accepts all major credit cards, checks, and PayPal, and can be found on the web at http://www.alwayshappyhour.com.

For additional information, contact:

Andy Schaidler, Owner

Always Happy Hour

PO Box 34-2632

Milwaukee WI 53234

Ph: 414-803-7767

Fax: 414-771-2888

Email: info@alwayshappyhour.com

http://www.alwayshappyhour.com    

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Poll Shows New Year’s Eve Wine Consumption Trends

St. Helena, CA (PRWEB) December 28, 2005

A new study of the New Year’s Eve plans of American wine lovers shows that while Champagne and sparkling wines still reign as the beverage of choice, expensive or special red and white wines will be a highlight of the evening for many.

The survey conducted by Wine Opinions asked 530 “High-End” wine consumers about their New Year’s Eve plans and beverage choices. Most of the survey respondents (52 percent) indicted they would be celebrating at home with family or a few friends, while 20 percent said they were going to the home of a friend. For those entertaining at home, 30 percent indicated they would serve Champagne from France and 50 percent said they would serve sparking wine from elsewhere. However, 61 percent of the respondents said their plans included serving an expensive or special bottle of red or white wine, compared to 34 percent planning to serve cocktails, 33 percent serving inexpensive wine, and 26 percent serving beer.

For those consumers going to the home of a friend, 37 percent planned to bring an expensive or special red or white wine, compared with 35 percent who planned to bring a sparking wine and 20 percent who planned to bring Champagne.

“The study really confirms that for wine lovers, New Year’s Eve is not just about Champagne, it’s the time to crack open those special bottles you’ve been saving,” notes Christian Miller, the Director of Research Operations for Wine Opinions. John Gillespie, the founder of Wine Opinions, added, “We also saw that among consumers planning to go out to restaurants on New Year’s, 70 percent said they would order expensive red or white wines by the glass or bottle, compared to 43 percent planning to order Champagne and 21 percent planning to order sparkling wines.”

Survey respondents were also asked which of several luxury Champagnes they would most like to receive as a gift. Dom Perignon was chosen by 31 percent of the respondents, with 15 percent each choosing Roederer Cristal and Veuve Clicquot “La Grande Dame.”

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From Graduation Parties to Luau Parties, Posh Party Box Takes Summer Celebrations to New Level

San Clemente, Calif. (PRWEB) May 5, 2008

Just in time for graduation, award-winning Posh Party Box unveils elegant, new parties in a box designed to make this summer memorable. From a matchless graduation party and Fourth of July party to an authentic summer luau party and top-quality kid’s birthday parties, Posh Party Box has everything one needs for chic, seasonal celebrations and gifts. Providing more than party supplies, Posh Party Box takes the guesswork and the legwork out of arranging the perfect party by compiling stylish, authentic party supplies and gifts into one themed party in a box – saving the host precious time and money. Available at http://www.poshpartybox.com, party in a box prices range from $ 116 to $ 272.

“With the winter holidays behind us, consumers are looking for fresh, fun party ideas with a more light-hearted approach,” says Sue Pierce, owner of Posh Party Box. “We spend extensive time assembling parties, finding one-of-a-kind quality items and placing emphasis on style.”

Pomp & Circumstance

Graduation Party ($ 136 for eight guests; $ 12.50 for each additional guest)

Celebrate in style with this matchless graduation party. From the black, white and gold themed decorations and elegant photo memory books to the outdoor graduation staked banner, students will enjoy time spent in their honor.

Diploma invitations; thank you notes

Silver and velvet photo memory books – holds 2″ x 3″ pictures (8)

Black and white dinner plates (8)

Black and white cocktail plates (8)

White napkins with black graduation hat (20)

Sets of black cutlery (8)

Set of 6 graduation cap candle holders

Black cups (8)

Graduation confetti

Black and gold metallic onion grass

Black and white graduation balloons

Graduation cap streamer (1)

Four-foot outdoor graduation banner with posts (1)

Optional graduation silver flip frame $ 17.95

Stars and Stripes

Fourth of July Party ($ 152 for eight guests; $ 12.50 each additional guest)

With the “Stars and Stripes” Fourth of July party, all the host needs to do is add fireworks! Upscale and festive.

Stars and Stripes Invitations

United States Flag on a Stick (eight 6″ x 9″ flags)

Stars and Stripes luncheon and cocktail plates

Stars and stripes luncheon and cocktail napkins

Red 4.6′ x 7′ table cover

4th of July hat candle holders

Red and blue cutlery set with basket and salt & pepper shakers

Red, white and blue tray

Red, white and blue square sectional basket

Red, white and blue striped patriotic glass party light

Red, white and blue tea light holder (one of each)

Acrylic red and blue acrylic cups

Patriotic confetti

Red, white and blue balloons

Happy Camper

Campout Party ($ 208 for eight guests; $ 25 each additional guest)

Ideal for a child’s backyard campout birthday party, the party is designed so that each guest takes home most of the party items, from the flashlights and canteens to the mess kits and flashlights.

Kids by the campfire invitations; thank you notes Authentic canteens (8)

Flashlights (8) (batteries not included)

Compasses (8)

Camping carry packs (8)

Authentic mess kits (8)

Authentic campout silverware sets (8)

Camouflage napkins that can also be used as bandanas (8)

Camouflage binoculars (8)

Glow glasses and glow necklaces (8)

Bug collector boxes (8)

Optional “1001 Bugs to Spot” book ($ 14.95)

Optional “Whoooooos There” storybook ($ 15)

Let’s Play Ball

Sports Party ($ 208 for eight guests; $ 25 each additional guest)

Perfect for a child’s backyard, summer birthday party, “Let’s Play Ball” sports party provides everything needed for a soccer, football, basketball or baseball celebration. For a fresh approach, hosts can mix and match.

Soccer, football, basketball or baseball invitations (8)

Soccer, football, basketball or baseball thank you notes (8)

Green plastic plates (8)

Green plastic tableware (8 sets)

Green napkins

Plastic all sports tumblers (8)

Plastic all sports placemats (8)

Sports “Mind Teasers” books (8)

Miniature soccer balls, footballs, basketballs or baseballs (8)

Sports darts – either soccer, football, basketball or baseball (8)

Trading cards – either soccer, football, basketball or baseball (8)

Assorted balloons

Optional sports candle holders either soccer, football, basketball or baseball ($ 10 each)

Optional 17″ Multicolor duffel bag ($ 5)

*For each party in a box, optional add-on items like etched champagne glasses, party lights, picture frames, activities and games book and ghost story book are available. Customized boxes and individual items are also available.

Whether planning a one-of-a-kind tea party, wedding shower or baby’s first birthday party, award-winning Posh Party Box has everything needed to create a memorable, elegant celebration – including gifts! From the moment one receives the large white gift box wrapped in large satin ribbon, it’s easy to see what makes Posh Party Box unique. Consumers interested in more information can visit http://www.poshpartybox.com or call (949) 498-0664.

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