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Top 5 Cheers Westchase Picks

A look back at some of the best Cheers Westchase selections!

Each week in our Cheers Westchase column we strive to bring you a unique spirit, wine or beer that you can find right here in the neighborhood. We try hard to keep our selections fresh each week, and we hope you've enjoyed our picks. This week we reflect on some of our favorite choices. Enjoy!

  1. -  "We use blueberry vodka, blueberry liquer, fresh squeezed lemons and a splash of Sprite," says manager James Elftmann. "Then we rim the martini glass with Sugar in the Raw and garnish the drink with fresh blueberries." The taste is tart and refreshing, a great complement to an appetizer such as their Calamari Roberto, which is flash-fried calamari, topped with a sweet and spicy relish and served with sweet pepper aioli.
  2. - This oversized cocktail is served in an actual plastic fishbowl and made from vodka, blueberry schnapps, Sprite, a splash of sour mix and a tasty blueberry lemonade.
  3. - Herradura Tequila, Malibu Rum, pineapple juice and a splash of grenadine combine to make a cocktail that tastes like sunshine in a glass. This tropical drink is found at . Its flavors are not overly sweet, but this golden concoction could be the perfect way to end your day -- or kick off your night.
  4. - This is a red lager with a taste of caramel and crystal malt," says owner Jason Rehm.  "It's brewed in the Long Island town of Patchogue, N.Y."  Rehm and Surf Shack's other three owners, his two brothers Jimmy and Johnny and childhood friend, Adam Harlan, all hail from Long Island. Rehm says they drew upon their experiences surfing away the summers there when creating Surf Shack's menu.  Shack Red's alcohol content: 5.6% by volume.
  5. - Cigar City is an up-and-coming Tampa brewery located in Ybor City. According to the Cigar City website, the Maduro Brown Ale features "roasted, toasted and chocolate components," which means it pairs well with mild to medium cigars. You can find the brew at in Westchase.


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