ACC NCR: Virtual International Diversity Happy Hour: Cocktails and Culture

Raise your glass to global diversity! Please join the ACC NCR DEI Leadership Development Committee, ACC NCR AAPI Affinity Group, and the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of the Greater Washington, D.C. Area (APABA-DC) for a Virtual International Diversity Happy Hour, where we’ll take a flavorful journey through the art and history of mixology. This interactive experience will feature:

• Pre-Mix Cocktails: Celebrate the rich heritage of two iconic cocktails from two different countries (outside the U.S.) with specially curated pre-mix recipes that you can easily create at home. One of our featured cocktails will be the Singapore Sling, chosen to honor the vibrant festivities and cultural traditions of the Lunar New Year which this year falls on January 29, a celebration deeply rooted in many Asian cultures. The other will be the popular Brazilian Caipirinha!
• Live Bartender Demonstration: Watch a talented mixologist, Nicholle Pitera, craft the Brazilian Caipirinha from scratch, showcasing expert techniques and sharing insider tips on recreating this refreshing treat at home. (If you’re doing Dry January or don’t drink, not to worry! We’ll give you tips on how to convert these to mocktails!)
• Cultural Insights: Our program facilitators will dive into the stories behind these featured cocktails, exploring their origins, and cultural significance, along with a few fun facts about global celebrations like the Lunar New Year.

Get Ready to Mix Along! To make the event even more engaging, if you’d like to join in on the fun, we invite you to purchase a cocktail mixer kit for the featured drinks. You can:

1. Order the Suggested Kit: Click https://www.1800flowers.com/marketplace/p/global-cocktail-mixers-set-of-12 to purchase a pre-selected kit with all the essentials (except the alcohol) for crafting the cocktails.
2. Purchase individual ingredients: For those who wish to mix and create your own beverage during the virtual happy hour, we will send recipes to registered attendees.
3. Create and bring your own: Grab your own personal favorite libations and participate in the festivities that way!

This event is open to ACC members and in-house guests!