The provided source material details a range of promotional offers, discount codes, and event-based opportunities related to cocktails available to consumers. These promotions are distributed through media outlets, brand websites, and event organizers. The offers primarily focus on monetary discounts on ready-to-drink canned cocktails, cocktail mixers, spirits, and cocktail-making kits, rather than traditional free sample programs. The documentation highlights specific codes, validity periods, and purchasing requirements associated with these deals.
Discounted Retail Products and Online Offers
Several brands and retailers have released specific discount codes valid for limited periods. These offers generally require a purchase through an online platform or participating retailer.
MARGS Canned Cocktails
MARGS is offering a discount on their canned cocktails. TODAY.com readers can save 20% off the purchase of canned cocktails. To redeem this offer, the code TODAY20 must be used at checkout. This offer is valid through April 24 and is limited to one use per person. There is no indication in the source material that a purchase is not required to utilize this discount.
Mixly Cocktail Mixers
Mixly is providing a discount on their cocktail mixers. Readers of TODAY.com can receive 15% off all cocktail mixers between March 23 and March 31. The specific code required to claim this discount is COCKTAIL15.
Fabrizia Spirits
Fabrizia Spirits, a producer of limoncello and canned cocktails, is offering a discount on their products. The promotion applies to purchases of vodka sodas (blood orange, Sicilian lemon, raspberry) or Italian canned cocktails (breeze, lemonade, Margarita). The offer provides 20% off the total purchase when using the code Cocktail20.
Horton Rum RTD Cocktails
Horton Rum RTD Cocktails is offering a 50% discount on a party pack purchase. This offer is valid through March 31 or while supplies last. The code TODAY50 is required to redeem the offer.
JF Haden’s
JF Haden’s has several offers associated with National Cocktail Day. They are offering 15% off a first order using the code COCKTAILS. Additionally, they offer free shipping on orders of three bottles or more, which does not require a code. Another specific promotion allows customers to get $5 off a purchase with the code TODAYFIVE, valid from March 23 through March 25.
Twang
Twang, known for cocktail rimmer blends and flavored salt, sugar, and spice products, is offering 10% off all products. The code TODAY10 can be used through March 31. There is no minimum purchase requirement, and the offer cannot be combined with other discounts.
Shaker & Spoon
Shaker & Spoon, a subscription service for cocktail connoisseurs, is offering $15 off any length subscription or gift. This offer is valid for new customers from March 24 through March 31 using the code TODAY.
Sugarfina
Sugarfina is offering 15% off the Chopin x Sugarfina Shake Your Martini Collection. The code MARTINI15 is valid on the website and in boutiques through March 26.
The Cocktail Collection The Cocktail Collection, a line of ready-to-serve cocktails, is offering $5.99 off their collection on TheBar.com. There is no minimum purchase required, but customers are responsible for shipping costs.
Gopuff and BevMo! by Gopuff
Gopuff offers a discount on alcohol orders for new customers. They can get 40% off (maximum $10 savings) on their first alcohol order with a minimum order of $22.95 using the code CHEERS40. BevMo! by Gopuff offers free delivery on orders of $50 or more.
GourmetGiftBaskets.com
GourmetGiftBaskets.com offers 30% off through April 15 using the code DRINKTODAY. This site offers cocktail-inspired baskets, such as a Champagne and Mimosa Gift Basket. The offer excludes flowers and same-day deliveries.
Harry & David
Harry & David offers 20% off orders of $79 or more through March 31 using the code TOGETHER20. They offer a bloody mary kit suitable for celebrating National Cocktail Day.
Kona Grill Kona Grill offers an extended happy hour with drinks and bar bites priced at $3, $6, and $9.
STK Steakhouse STK Steakhouse offers late-night happy hour specials Sunday through Thursday from 10 p.m. until close. This includes $9 signature cocktails and select wines, as well as bar bites for $3, $6, and $9.
Event-Based Opportunities
The source material includes information regarding specific events involving cocktails, such as classes and fan appreciation weeks.
America Eats Tavern Cocktail Classes America Eats Tavern is hosting a monthly cocktail class series beginning on February 4. These classes are held on the first Saturday of each month at 3 p.m. The classes focus on different spirits in the order they were introduced to American drinking habits, starting with punch, followed by brandy, rum, whiskey, and gin. Tickets are priced at $50 per person and include three cocktails and bites from the menu. Class packages are available: three classes for $125 or five classes for $200. Reservations are made by emailing [email protected].
Urbana Facebook Fan Appreciation Week Urbana, a wine bar in Dupont Circle, held a Facebook Fan Appreciation Week. During this event, diners who could prove their Facebook fan status received specific offers. These included $1 oysters on a specific night, free margherita pizzas with any purchase on Thursday, $10 bottomless bellinis at brunch on Saturday, and all-night happy hour on Sunday.
Recipe and Homemade Cocktail Information
The source material provides information on creating homemade cocktails using simple syrups, rather than distributing physical samples.
Dairy-Free Creamy Turmeric and Bourbon Cocktail A recipe is provided for a dairy-free creamy turmeric and bourbon cocktail. The recipe involves creating a flavored simple syrup by stirring ground turmeric with sugar and water. This golden syrup is then used with bourbon. The specific bourbon mentioned is Heritage Distilling Co.'s Dual Barrel Old Fashioned Ready Bourbon, noted for its hint of orange. To achieve a creamy texture, full-fat coconut milk is added.
Gift Selections for Cocktail Enthusiasts
The source material discusses gift ideas for individuals interested in cocktails and bartending. This includes recommendations for selecting bottles of alcohol or non-alcoholic options as gifts. Specific items mentioned include the Heller Asti Ice Bucket, a design classic made from recycled ABS plastic and polypropylene. The source also mentions recommendations for vodkas, gins, and blanco tequilas, as well as gift baskets containing food items to accompany drinks.
Conclusion
The provided documentation outlines a variety of promotional activities centered around cocktails. These include time-sensitive discount codes for purchasing ready-to-drink products, mixers, and spirits from brands such as MARGS, Fabrizia Spirits, and Horton Rum. It also details paid educational events like the cocktail classes at America Eats Tavern and promotional weeks at venues like Urbana. Additionally, the material offers guidance on creating homemade cocktails using simple syrups and selecting gifts for cocktail enthusiasts. While the offers provide significant savings, they generally require a purchase or ticket price, rather than offering free samples without cost.