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16 WAC Magazine | wac.net taste fall specials / cocktail corner A 'BEAUTIFUL' COCKTAIL By Rose Andres, WAC Bartender The leaves are changing, the temperature's dropping, and nothing says fall like The Beautiful cocktail, a simple concoction defined by good-quality cognac brightened by the sweet citrus of Grand Marnier. This clean, spirit-forward classic is an after-dinner drink worthy of sipping by the fire. Much like the classic B&B (Brandy & Benedictine), it is usu- ally served neat in a brandy snifter, although some prefer it heated or with a single ice cube. Poured straight from the bottle, no special tools or dilution necessary, this drink is "beautiful" in its simplicity. Because it is served straight up, quality ingredients are a must. Some of the most common cognacs are Hen- nessy, Courvoisier, and Rémy Martin. Their age is deter- mined by the letters at the end of the brand, ranging from the relatively young V.S. to the middle-aged V.S.O.P. to the very old X.O. And while Grand Marnier orange liqueur is the ultimate complement to your favorite cognac, triple sec may be used in a pinch. So sample a few brands, pick your favorite, and savor this exemplary sipper to stave off the autumn chill. Cheers! Cocktail Corner The Beautiful • 1 oz. Grand Marnier • 1 oz. Courvoisier cognac Light a fire. Pour ingredients into a brandy snifter. Enjoy. A N I TA N O W A C K A wac.net/oktoberfest Tailgate without the rain Football season means gameday specials in Hagerty's. Enjoy a hot dog and beer for $8 during Huskies games, or order a plate full of wings during Seahawks games. Plus, we'll have new drink specials every week. Say 'prost' to Oktoberfest Oktoberfest returns to Torchy's and Hagerty's with great seasonal beers, hot pretzels, and gourmet sausage platters. Join us for a taste of Germany from September 22–October 7. Thanksgiving meals to-go Spend more time hosting and less time baking. Let the WAC kitchen cook your ideal holiday meal, including turkey and all the trimmings. Meals will be available for pickup Wednesday and Thursday, November 21–22. wac.net/thanksgiving-to-go