Photo by Nate Laird @Jagerlifeatx

What are some tips & Tricks in regards to your cocktail?

Black Pepper Tincture:

Ingredients:

Black peppercorns (2 ounces by volume); Everclear (2 ounces)

Preparation:

• Toast peppercorns on medium-high heat until aromatic (about 2-3 minutes)
• Lightly ground in a mortar & pestle or (1 pulse in a blender)
• Combine with 151 proof Everclear
• Steep for 24 hours
• Strain out peppercorns through a wet food service cloth
• Seal and label

What about you're city inspired you to create this fantastic cocktail?

Cleveland is a bit of an oddball. You get a funny look when you say you're from Cleveland. But hold your horses, my friends. Don’t overlook our history. The fields of science and technology have both been heavily influenced by some of Cleveland's best minds. Rock and roll was coined in Cleveland. It is one of the leading cities in the world for many high art circles and medical advances. You heard of Superman, right? You're welcome.

Cleveland has and will always be a guardian leading several incredible fields forward. With its mix of bold structures, green emerald necklace, diverse culture… The 6th City Guardian was inspired by Cleveland’s complexity. Smooth but spicey, fruity, and bold. Be ready for an intriguing adventure.

What does hospitality mean to you?

"Misfits aren't misfits among other misfits."

-Barry Manilow

To be unique in our field is surprisingly easy with just one word...passion. But, unless you are surrounded by those with a similar thrill for what you do, those who want constant growth in this field and for their team to surround themselves with further knowledge and hospitality...you will be the outcast. Many don’t understand why we stick to this profession of long hours, hard days, and little to no reward. What can I say, we are misfits for certain…but we stay because we have a passion for what we do and adore sharing that emotion with others. To me, hospitality is just that. Creating an escape, a sanctuary for those who need that time away by expressing our passion, is what keeps me in this field.

Grab your tools, and let's make it together!

Video by Nate Laird @Jagerlifeatx