Cocktails take flight

Just in time for the busy summer travel season, guests travelling on Caribbean Airlines will have their choice of three complimentary signature cocktails crafted with Appleton Estate VX and Grace Tropical Rhythms.

The three cocktails - Vibrant Rhythms, CariBold Punch, and Gold Sunset - are the result of an initiative by Caribbean Airlines to nurture partnerships with premium Caribbean brands as part of its in-flight experience.

"With our shared passions for celebrating the best of the Caribbean, there was a natural synergy in bringing these two outstanding beverage brands together as part of our in-flight experience," states George Releeder, vice-president, commercial and customer service, Caribbean Airlines. "Appleton Estate VX and Grace Tropical Rhythms are perfect expressions of summer, and we are excited about serving these three unique premium cocktails to passengers in both Business Class and Economy."

Rum people

Speaking on behalf of Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum, Tamika West, marketing manager, Dark Spirits, said: "As Caribbean people, 'We are Rum People'. This is the region of exquisite rum, and Appleton Estate is one of the finest rums from the Caribbean." West continued, "Partnering with Caribbean Airlines and Grace Foods brings three major players of our region together to offer travellers a uniquely Caribbean experience. This builds affinity through awareness and offers a trial for those who have never experienced our brands before, and for those who have, we add value by offering an enjoyable and premium element to their travel experience."

Andrea Coy, senior general manager, global category management unit, Grace Foods, expressed similar sentiments. "Grace Tropical Rhythms is extremely happy to partner with Caribbean Airlines and Appleton Estate in creating these wonderful cocktails, which are the embodiment of Caribbean pride and ingenuity," she said.

In case you won't be travelling anytime soon, you can enjoy these exceptional cocktails at home.

Gold Sunset

n 11/2oz Appleton Estate VX

n 3oz Grace Tropical Rhythms Pineapple Ginger

n 1/2oz simple syrup

n Combine all ingredients and serve over ice.

Vibrant Rhythms

n 11/2oz Appleton Estate VX

n 3oz Grace Tropical Rhythms Reggae Medley

n 1/4oz lime juice

n 1/2oz simple syrup

n Combine all ingredients and serve over ice.

CariBold Punch

n 11/2 oz Appleton Estate VX

n 3oz Grace Tropical Rhythms Fruit Punch

n 1/2oz simple syrup

n 2 dashes of bitters

n Combine all ingredients and serve over ice.