An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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director of public rela- tions for the California- based Korbel. "We export 385,000 cases a year, and 139,000 go directly to Wis- consin. That's one-third of our total production." While local mixologists often put their own stamp on this Badger state fav, a better way to tap their creativity is ordering from the "craft cocktail" list. At the Rumpus Room, the Lounge Act combines Templeton Rye, Mathilde Blood Orange liqueur, Saler's Aperitif and lemon juice. Vagabond's Paloma combines Hacienda Cieja Blanco Tequila, grapefruit juice, Mexican squirt and fresh lime. Craving some- thing sweet? Possibili- ties include the Packing House's Limoncello Lem- on Pop Martini with Grey Goose Le Citron Vodka, Limoncello di Capri, fresh lemon and simple syrup. Cocktails are a spe- cialty at the Tasting Room bar at Great Lakes Distill- ery. The adventurous will want to try the absinthes created here, either using the traditional absinthe fountain or in a cocktail. Milwaukee's brew pubs also pride themselves on the artistry that goes into beer making. The "make mine beer" person in the crowd can take a new favorite brew home in a half-gallon growler from the Milwaukee Ale House and Water Street Brewery. keymilwaukee.com 43 EAT & DRINK g IRISH INSPIRED DRINKS Clockwise from top: Great Lakes Distillery tour, Water Street Brewery growlers and Ale House personal mugs. u Dark Peppermint Chocolate Martini At County Clare Irish Inn & Pub, concocted with Chocolate Vodka, Irish Cream and Peppermint Schnapps. Green Beer u An American invention – not a concoction hoisted in Emerald Isle pubs. By the pitcher or glass, an integral part of celebrations here. t Irish Coffee Especially appealing in the cozy confines of Duffy's, (at Trinity Three Irish Pubs), and when lounging in front of the fireplace at County Clare Irish Inn & pub. t Irish Stout Sprecher Brewing's tribute to Ireland is smooth and creamy with the distinctive flavors and aromas reminiscent of bittersweet chocolate and dark coffee.