Pour Decisions

08/25/2023

06/13/2023

Three words: Strawberry. Basil. Gimlet

This drink has it all, sweet strawberry, herby basil syrup and tart lime paired with gin and topped with a luscious Elderflower foam.

Perfection.

06/13/2023

We had such a great time at the Bridal & Wedding Expo in Virginia Beach this past weekend! We received an amazing turnout and look forward to helping all of the wonderful couples we met on their big day. Thank you all for your continued support!

-Steph & Corey

06/11/2023

Let’s make some pour decisions!!

06/10/2023

Building Giveaways for the June Bridal Expo at VBCC June 11th!

03/17/2023

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!

It’s a beautiful day in Virginia Beach and Today we are celebrating with this Green Apple Smash Mule.

This refreshing combination of Proper Twelve Irish Apple Whisky, lime juice, fresh smashed apple and ginger beer is dangerous, in the best way possible!

If you have any favorite traditions for St. Patrick’s Day, share them with us!

As always, my friends, remember to celebrate safely!

Sláinte!

03/15/2023

Just like that we are one day closer to the weekend! This chilly weather has us dreaming of sitting around the campfire with friends and we know just the drink to provide some warmth.

A smoky bourbon barrel aged gin from Weldon Mills, juicy Solerno blood orange liquor, a few dashes of some super herby bitters and, a twist of Blood Orange come together for a delightful mashup of an Old Fashioned and a Negroni.
Cheers!

02/18/2023

We had a blast celebrating Brigitte and Michael’s wedding last weekend! Everything was perfect, Including the bar!

Wanna have some fun? Book Pour Decisions today for your upcoming event. We do it all: weddings, birthdays, family reunions, even mocktail parties!

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If this year.

10/08/2022

Tart. Sweet. Floral. Memorable. The Wildflower has all the notes needed to make a cocktail perfect for any moment. That's what the original The Lemon Drop Martini was intended for at least. History tells us it was Invented in the 1970s at a cozy singles bar in San Francisco and the sweet sugar rim mixed with the tart vodka based drink was the perfect ratio for a martini with a twist.

Inspired by the flavors of martinis that we tasted at the Bellagio and Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, The Wildflower is a fresh take on an already wonderful drink. We started with our favorite SipSmith Lemon Drizzle Gin, added fresh squeezed lemon juice, Italian Limoncello, Bergamot Liquor, and just a miniature touch of housemade honey simple syrup. Topped with dried wildflowers and rimmed with sugar crystals. You'll feel like your laying in a Tuscan citrus grove, feeling the sun on your face.

The first sip is floral and sweet. The dried wildflowers punch your olfactory senses into overdrive with their subtle but lingering scent. The sugar crystal rim cracks in your mouth as the tart lemon hits the sides of your tongue. The bergamot and honey are warming and lingering on your palate. Go ahead... sit back and enjoy.

Cheers!

10/04/2022

The mojito is a quintessential refreshing cocktail made traditionally from white rum, sugar, muddled limes and mint and soda water.
There are a number of different legends over when and by whom this cocktail was invented however, we can be certain that it originated in Cuba. It became wildly popular in the 1920s during American Prohibition and made even more famous by Ernest Hemingway in the 1960s.

Over the years, hundred of variations have been created but the basic recipe remains the same, rum, sugar, herbs, citrus, soda.

The Kumquat Yuzu Mojito sticks to the classic form of a Cuban Mojito but gets a boost from the fun-to-say mini citrus fruit, the Kumquat.

Muddled together with mint, limes and simple syrup the tiny citrus fruits bring a sweet and tart flavor elevating the whole palate. Topped off with Fever-Tree Yuzu Lime soda, this is surely a drink you won't forget.

The first sip is tart and floral. The juice from the citrus fruits mixed with the earthiness of the mint and fizz from the soda leave a tingle on your tongue. The subtle sweetness rounds out the flavor profile and leaves you begging for another.

10/04/2022

We know Whiskey lovers rejoice over a well crafted Old Fashioned. The classic cocktail combines, your favorite Whiskey, bitters, sugar, water and a cherry or orange garnish.

Since the advent of the Old Fashioned in the 19th Century, many amazing variations have been have combining all types of liquor, herbs, citrus and sugars. Like many cocktails, its all about the palate of those who imbibe on the drink.

The Cherry Bomb Old Fashioned is a simple twist on the classic. We chose Buffalo Trace Bourbon as our liquor. The rare Bourbon may not be expensive but its cult like following is certainly warranted when it comes to flavor.

To the glass we added, our bourbon, a few dashes of orange bitters, a squeeze of fresh orange and large ice cube. It was stirred for about 60 seconds to mix and chill. Before serving, rich Cherry Syrup is poured over top of the cube. The bottom of the glass is flooded with the dark red color. Its garnished with a curled orange slice.

Rather than being a red mixed drink, the Cherry Bomb requires a gentle stir from the drinker, making it an experience. Once stirred, the cherry Syrup explodes from the bottom of the glass and turn the Whiskey a unique cherry red color.

The first sip is cold and strong with aromatic and bright citrus notes. As it lingers on your palate, the caramel and cherry sweetness finish off this unique tipple. It's easy to see that this drink wont last long.

10/04/2022

Sangria is a tradition dating back hundreds of years and although there are thousands of recipes from around the world, each is as unique as the person who is drinking. The ingredients don't need to be complicated, just delicious. Start with your favorite wine, add complementary juices, one or two liquors and fill it with fruit, fresh or frozen.

The Black Magic Sangria is mysterious blend of red wine, orange liquor, black rum, cranberry and pomegranate juices and simple syrup.

For this tantalizing concoction, we chose Bogle Phantom Red Blend Wine for its intense berry notes and subtle spice. This red blend wine has a higher alcohol content than most red wines and its blend of Petite Syrah, Zinfandel and Mourvèdre grapes provides a almost trance like feeling.

Orange Liquor, Kraken Black Rum, Simple Syrup, Cranberry Juice, and Pomegranate Juice complement the dark notes of the Phantom wine.

A fresh mix of Black Plums, Blackberries, Raspberries and Blueberries finish this haunting blend.

The first sip is jammy and wild. The spice and tannins linger on your tongue. You taste the berries and citrus notes mingled with the tart juices. With each sip of this boozy punch, as the fruit breaks down and the ice melts, the palate changes taking your senses on a haunting journey.