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September 2011

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ELIXiR Inspired by international market trends towards the use of fruit, flowers, and other exotic flavors, CEO of ELLIXiR, Nora Egger, created a natural, low-calorie floral infusion for cocktails, teas and sodas. "We're looking to revolutionize the cocktail and mocktail scene with new flavor profiles," says founder Nora Egger. ELIXiRS are made from pure, Widmer Brothers Brewing Kurt and Rob Widmer helped lead the Pacific Northwest craft beer movement in 1984 when, in their twenties, the two brothers turned their vision of brewing American interpretations of authentic European-style beers into a reality. While Widmer Brothers Brewing is widely known for their signature American-style Hefeweizen, they currently brew a variety of exceptional beers including the Drop Top Amber Ale, Pitch Black IPA and the Citra Blonde Summer Brew and their famous Drifter Pale Ale. Made with Summit hops, which is famous for its flavor and tangerine undertones, Drifter has a crisp, clean and refreshing finish that is ideal for the last days of summer. natural and organic floral extracts sourced from around the world and come in four handcrafted varieties including Antillean Hibiscus, Andean Fire Orchid, English Lavender, and Damascan Rose. Each serving is only 20 calories and has a hint of natural sweetness, a light aromatic bouquet and hints of fruit undertones to add complexity. With a wide range of beverage possibilities, ElIXiRs puts it's spin on classic drinks like the Lavender Kir Royale, the Crystal Cosmopolitan and the Jeweled Mojito. ELIXiR Jeweled Mojito • 2 parts white rum • 1 part Elixir of Antillean Hibiscus • ½ lime wedges, mint leaves Muddle ELIXiR with mint and lime in a highball glass. Add crushed ice and rum, stir. Mix with soda. Vitamix Vitamix is more than a blender—it's performance that inspires. The unsurpassed performance of a Vitamix allows you to do things that you can't do with any one appliance in a Vitamix machine. You can prepare delicious dishes and bever- ages faster, healthier and with perfect consistency every time. The versatility of a Vitamix can be used to make dips and spreads, dressings and mari- nades, soups, fondues, smoothies, desserts, sauces, syrups and batters, breads, and beverages. In addi- tion, the Vitamix can create meals around special dietary needs, such as gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, raw, diabetic-friendly, low-carb, low-fat and more. JASSN International Inc. JASSN International Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of ceramic knives. Founded in 1996 with a single product offering, JASSN now offers more than 1,000 ceramic knives, tools and other ceramic products that delivered to more than 50 countries in the world. Frozen Whisky Sour • 6 ounces bourbon • 2 lemons, peeled, halved, seeded • 1 medium orange, peeled, halved • 1/4 cup sugar • 3 cups ice cubes 1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid. 2. Select Variable 1. 3. Start machine and slowly increase speed to Variable 8. 4. Blend for 40 seconds or until desired consistency is reached.

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