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Fall In Love With New York Wines
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A Dog Day Afternoon
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This Saturday, the cutest dogs in town took over Astor Wines & Spirits for our second annual Dog Day Afternoon. Wine was poured and portraits were drawn…puppies went home with some fantastic doggy bags, and their owners took home some great deals and prizes. Thanks to all those who shared this most adorable day with us! We’re already counting the days until next year’s event. In the meantime, you can enjoy a whole slideshow of puppies!
Dog Days At Astor Is Back!
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Dog Days is back and we’re planning an exciting event for you and your pups! On Saturday, August 20th from 1-4pm, swing by Astor Wines & Spirits with man’s best friend and enjoy raffles, tastings, and discounts. Here’s a little preview of what we have in store: Continue reading
Tasting: Erbaluce di Caluso “La Torrazza”, Ferrando
UncategorizedWe have another perfect summer white for you. David’s here to share his thoughts on this vibrant, floral and fresh varietal from Piedmont, Italy.
Your Imbibing Playlist
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A lot of time and effort goes into crafting the perfect drinking mix, which is why we’ve put together a little something to help get you started. Check out Astor’s Imbibing Tracks on Spotify where any and all can add their best happy hour tunes. Our staff has kicked it off with their favorites and now we want to hear what songs get you in the mood for a cocktail. Not on Spotify? Comment below with your favorites!
Banks 5 Island Rum Wins Best New Product Award
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Our Astor Wines & Spirits and Astor Center staff recently returned from Tales of The Cocktail with reports on authentic southern food, creative cocktails, and some insider news…and they’re not the only ones who brought back something fun. Among all of the unique spirits at this year’s festival, Banks 5 Island Rum took home the Riedel Crystal 2011 Spirited Award for Best New Product, which is certainly well-deserved! Continue reading
Tasting: Palmer Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc
UncategorizedIt’s been a hot summer and we’ve been craving refreshing white wines. Thankfully, Valerie has the perfect bottle to please our palettes on these warm days. Join us as she tastes this unique Sauvignon Blanc from Long Island.
Cocktail Hour: How to Make a Southside Fizz
UncategorizedIf you’re craving a refreshing summer cocktail, this is it. Jenn Smith, General Manager of Astor Center, shows us how to mix up this gin-based, minty drink. She suggests using a gin with a hint of juniper and citrus, like this Tanqueray Ten. Enjoy!
Astor Wines & Spirits Receives Energy Project of the Year Award!
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Psst… Have you heard our building is green? So green that the NY Association of Energy Engineers has awarded us the Energy Project of the Year award! We love to help the environment just as much as you do and with the aid of two natural gas-powered Micro-Turbines in the depths of our beautiful landmark building, we’re able to do just that.
Hello World!
UncategorizedWelcome to the brand new blog for Astor Wines & Spirits.
We were so excited to tell you about all of the great stuff we have planned that we decided we needed an entirely new blog to tell you guys about it.
Be sure to check back here often for:
- Super cool events (Like the triumphant return of the Dog Days of Astor!)
- Special tastings
- Visits from winemakers and distillers
- As well as some other special content we’ll be posting here just for you
Hope to hear from you all soon!
Cheers.
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