WEST END: Blue Duck Tavern Unveils A New Collection of Spring Cocktails

Blue Duck Lounge and Blue Duck Tavern at Park Hyatt Washington, located at 24th and M Streets, NW, have unveil a collection of new spring cocktails just in time for the warmer weather.  Guests can anticipate fresh seasonal offerings showcasing a variety of seasonal fruits, house-made infusions and tonics, and fresh juices.  Nine new springtime libations as well as a seasonal “mock-tail” are being introduced on the menu.  You will want to try the new mix and match gin and tonics.
The Oak Park
Newcomers include classic cocktails such as the Iguaçu, carrot-infused Leblon Cachaça, lemon and ginger simple; The Crescent, Hennessy cognac, Rittenhouse rye whiskey, Peychaud’s Bitters, Luxardo maraschino cherries and a rose water rinse; Oak Park, Ron Zacapa 23 yr, Rhum JM, kiwi and a lime cordial; Meadowlark, rose-infused tequila, cucumber syrup and Hellfire bitters; El Cobre, mezcal, pineapple shrub, ginger beer and lime.  Also available are a collection of seasonal cocktails such as the Palisades, bourbon, grapefruit and basil;  
The Lady Bird
The Lady Bird, gin, rosemary, pineapple, Verjus and house grenadine; 1872, Bombay Sapphire, Lillet Rose, Averna, Carpano Antica, Campari and thyme, and the Barrel Aged Rosita, Hornitos tequila, Aperol, Campari and Cocchi Americano Bianco.  All spring cocktails are priced at $15 each.
The Meadow Lark
Guests can also enjoy Blue Duck Tavern’s new mix and match gin and tonics, featuring gin house-infused with seasonal ingredients and house-made tonics, priced at $14 each.  Pairings include Strawberry, Green Almond, or Cardamom Cilantro infused gin with Rhubarb and Espelette, Lime and Pink Peppercorn, or Balsamic flavored tonic.  Additionally, those seeking a non-alcoholic refreshment to help beat the heat can opt for Blue Duck’s new springtime “mock-tail”.  Priced at $9, The Kalorama is made from a combination of kiwi shrub, lime cordial and club soda.

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