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February 2014

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Expres Espreso Whether you've wandered into a Nespresso retail store or keep one of the brand's mini espresso or foamers at home for a quick caffeine ix, there's no doubt that this is one espresso company at the peak of its game. Bringing the on-premise side into the game is the Nespresso Aguila, a beautiful big boy that can simultaneously brew four drinks at a time, proving that there's nothing that can't be done with a veritable caffeine station on your side. Even better? The machine's as easy to use as one, two, three, with the push of a button helping your staff create perfect macchiatos, cappuccinos or lattes every time. www.nespresso.com Pigy Play Few things say "positivity" than a pig with a sense of humor, and we're betting even Charlotte would write nice things in her web about Placetile's unique pig- shaped platter set, perfect for serv- ing up your favorite prosciutto. But if pig-on-pig is too much for you to stomach, this little piggy does cheese too. Even better? The pig's surface is erasable with a dry-erase marker, so you can go kosher one day and whole-hog the next, all while explaining which cheese or cut of meat is which. Cochon us in for this! www.placetile.com Grip it God When L.A. bartender Brady Weise found himself struggling to remove a pour spout from a bottle, innovation struck: Meet the Grippit, the bartender's new best friend. Designed speciically to pull pesky spouts out of a variety of bottles, the Grippit saves your spout—and your hands—in one quick, effortless motion. Even better? Weise, in order to make his Grippit dreams a reality, took to Kickstarter, where he raised the funds needed to get this bartender must-have off the ground—talk about a positive attitude! To get your hands on a Grippit of your own, email Brady at grippitbartools@gmail.com. The Bet Medicine With a name like Laughing Glass, it's no surprise that this line of ready-to- drink Margaritas is positively peppy. Effervescent, light and not too sweet, this cocktail-to-go is also low- cal, making this a sure favorite for the health-minded consumer. Created by three friends who were on a quest to "laugh their glass off" with a quality yet waistline-friendly product, Laughing Glass is sweetened with agave nectar and offers a loral- citrus lavor that's nicely lightened by a bit of bubble. www.laughingglasscocktails.com february 2014 / the tasting panel / 35

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