Issue link: https://digital.copcomm.com/i/101724
Ne� Year's Favorites Last month, we brought you a l�k at al of the things we tasted and loved in 2012, but it's January, and we're ful steam ahead int� 2013, with a ne� sle� of obse�ions. Check out some of our favorite picks for products that wil make 2013 a very ha�y ne� year! by Rachel Burkons Not Your Average Bar Snack Oktoberfest may be months away, but it's never too early to tempt your guests with some gourmet carbohydrate-laden goodness. Offering soft pretzels in sizes ranging from handheld to, well, massive, Piller Gourmet Pretzels are imported directly from Bavaria, fully baked, frozen and ready to serve to your guests. Salty-soft and delicious, these giant knots are wunderbar for the gourmet crowd, and while we love a nice crunchy pretzel, think this is the perfect bar snack for any venue looking for high-quality bar food that's easy and delicious. www.the-best-pretzels.com High-End Gizm� A little bit of water in your favorite spirit goes a long way in opening it up, but let's face it: Ice, and its accompanying dilution, can be a ine spirit's greatest enemy. Answering our prayers for those of us who like our neat spirits chilled—not watered-down!—is the Tilt Chilling Sphere, a chic-looking metal ball that will keep spirits colder, longer. With a handy-dandy stirrer that doubles not only as a way to pick up and deposit the ball, but can also artfully serve up a garnish, tilt offers the ultimate in form and function. The brand is sure to mention that you can also use tilt to cool other things like soups, coffee and desserts, but we'll stick to the booze, thankyouverymuch. www.soireehome.com 116 / the tasting panel / january 2013