Chopin Vodka Releases the Flavors of Spring and Summer with a New Range of Seasonal Cocktails

18/05/07 Chopin shows off everyone's inner mixologist in their latest selection of seasonal cocktail recipes for 2007. Chopin Vodka sets the foundation for original drinks with minimal prep times including fresh ingredients that reflect hot culinary trends like Spanish Tapas and flavor infusion with tea, crystallized ginger, fresh berries, and cool cucumber and mint.

The ultimate luxury vodka, Chopin is handcrafted from naturally grown potatoes and has a full-bodied creamy flavor that works beautifully on its own or in cocktails. As the temperature heats up, the inspired drinks designed by Dushan Zaric and Jason Kosmas, two of the star mixologist/owners of Employees Only in New York City, are designed to enhance any occasion - from big summer galas to lawn parties and reunions with friends.

Chopin's new libations for 2007 garner inspiration from simple combinations that deliver big flavors. The Spanish Nights CEO Martini includes olives stuffed with Manchego cheese and wrapped in Serrano Ham; derived from Chopin's classic CEO (Chopin Extra Olives) Martini, this summer variation is the perfect complement to a warm night, complete with extra bowls of olives, served tapas-style.

Chopin finds the perfect way to deliver an element of surprise and sophistication but also keep their cocktails accessible and easy for hosts and hostesses this season. The Chopin Ginger Zing finds its zip with infused crystallized ginger, while the Chopin 'n Kiwi delivers beautiful, citrus flavor with all the simplicity and fun of ripe kiwis blended in. Chopin Heavenly Hibiscus graces the eye and the palate, infusing the delicate flavor of hibiscus tea with Chopin.

Crowd pleasers include Chopin Spa, a soothing elixir perfectly presented in a pitcher for guests and the Chopin Player's Cup, an explosion of fresh fruit built on a base of cucumber and mint, which can be made a day in advance and presented from a chilled punch bowl.