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As the wonderful warm season of summer comes to an end for the year, and the city landscape is in a constant flux of change, Boleo and The Kimpton Gray Hotel Chicago have partnered with the Art Institute to create Monet Inspired cocktails to coincide with the current impressionist exhibition.
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Head Bartender, Sam Garcia, has created cocktails featuring clashing flavors to showcase Monet’s mastery of color, while still staying true to Boleo’s South & central American flavors that the rooftop is known for.
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The Monet cocktail list includes:
Late Afternoon – Novo Fogo Colibri Cachaça, Passion fruit, Allspice, lime, condensed milk
Monet’s Garden – Tesoro Reposado, watermelon juice, Strawberry Vinegar infused Campari, lime juice
Water Lily – Belvedere Vodka, Cucumber juice,mint syrup, Lime, Tajin Salt Rim
Summer Evening – Santa Teresa Rum, Heering Cherry liquor, Rare Tea Lemon Pharaoh Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Bittermens Tiki Bitters
Sun In the Mist – Rhine Hall Mango Brandy, Giffard Pamplemouse Liquor, Rare Tea Tropical Clementine Syrup, lemon juice
Sunset Snow – White Sangria Frozen, White wine, Macchu Pisco, Peach liquor, Peach pieces, Blueberries
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It was absolutely wonderful to return to Boleo to sample the Monet cocktails, where I had recently reviewed and enjoyed the rooftop’s amazing dining and drink menu this past summer. Service was top notch as usual. Monet is one of my favorite impressionist artists. As I am planning to visit his exhibit at the Art Institute soon, I thought it was only fair to discover the delights of creative cocktails that were inspired by his glorious art.
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There was not enough time while there to sample every single cocktail, as guests dining were limited to a 90 minute minute table reservation. I wish the night had been longer! I had the following drinks and could see, smell and taste Monet’s paintings in each of them:
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Monet’s Garden: The drink had a slightly bitter finish, while also balanced by the fruitiness of the watermelon. The strawberry vinegar provided a bite to the finish on the palate. The green watermelon rind sliver in the glass added a beautiful contrast of color and shape – just like the strokes of paint in Monet’s lily garden.
Sun in the Mist: Sweet and savory with a nice acidity. Sophisticated layering of flavors. Lovely berry pink color and a delicate floral note. Very lovely drink.
Late Afternoon: One of the best cocktails of the evening. It consisted of condensed milk, which emulated a silky smooth sipping experience. Allspice was also added for a lovely balance of aroma and taste. I did not even realize the drink had the milk in it-the luxurious tasting liquid looked crystal clear.
Summer Evening: The pink ruby color was beautiful, but the overall cocktail was too sweet for my taste. There was a decent fruity finish however.
Singani and Tonic: Very botanical with a floral element and fruity essence. It had a strong bitter backbone, yet was simple and clean, but stretched the imagination and palate. I could picture myself sipping this in a garden amongst a pond and Monets water lilies. It was my second favorite cocktail that evening. It also did not hurt that the drink was exciting and beautiful to look at.
Photos: Jennifer Lunz unless otherwise noted.
To learn more about the Monet cocktails at Boleo, or to make a reservation, please visit the website or call (312) 750-9007.
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