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NOSEABLES Carnival-Worthy Collections THE TASTING PANEL HAD SO MUCH FUN AT FEBRUARY'S CARNIVAL-THEMED ARIZONA COCKTAIL WEEK THAT WE'RE STILL TALKING ABOUT IT. HERE ARE A FEW MORE OF OUR FAVORITE FACES FROM UNDER THE BIG TOP A rt in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction has sprung onto the spirit scene with a lineup of small batch–produced, ingredientdriven products, and with so many interesting botanicals and ingredients utilized, the brand is energizing the boutique spirits category. Making the most recent debut is Rhubarb Tea, a tasty quaff with revolutionary roots. "Benjamin Franklin brought rhubarb to America," explained Rachel Furman, National Brand Ambassador for Art in the Age, "and Rhubarb Tea stays true to that unique rhubarb lavor." Made with a blend of ingredients ranging from beets and carrots to vanilla and pink peppercorns, Rhubarb Tea is one spirit to keep a close eye on. 52 / the tasting panel / may 2013 Rachel Furman, National Brand Ambassador for Art in the Age, was on hand to introduce Rhubarb Tea to eager consumers at Arizona Cocktail Week. PHOTO: JEREMY BALL Ravishing Rhubarb by Rachel Burkons