Private Social's New "Taste Of Fall" Cocktail Menu

Bartender Rocco Milano of Private Social is rolling out his new fall cocktail menu today, and according to a press release, it's "inspired by the classics." We here at Eater Dallas are particularly inspired by their announcement of half price "social hour," starting November 15th, wherein signature cocktails, wines by the glass and beer will be half of from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays.

In the release, Milano's quoted saying, "Just as Tiffany Derry’s focus in the kitchen is on seasonality, the bar is equally determined to put out vibrant, fresh and seasonal creations." The Latin Kiss is just one of Milano's new beverages, which combines Sombra Mezcal and a house-made raspberry syrup. But that's not all, folks. Here's the full press release and menu:

PRIVATE|SOCIAL ROLLS OUT NEW COCKTAIL MENU AND SOCIAL HOUR

Handcrafted Drinks by Rocco Milano Feature Seasonal Ingredients and High-End Spirits

[DALLAS, TX – November 4th, 2011]— Private|Social, chef Tiffany Derry’s latest venture located in Uptown, is introducing a new cocktail menu for fall. Inspired by the classics, mixologist Rocco Milano’s lineup features specialty drinks mixed with in-season ingredients and premium liquors. With flavors ranging from sweet and fruity to smoky and spicy, the menu includes a drink for every palate.

Before dinner, order the Perfect Start, a classic version of an Italian aperitivo. The use of Cocchi Americano, a moscato-based vermouth, causes the drink to be light and fruity up front with a slightly bitter finish. Another Italian-inspired cocktail, the Italian Old-Fashioned, includes Makers Mark Bourbon, Dolin Rouge, lemon and orange peel and dehydrated Campari. Poured over an ice sphere in a chilled glass, the flavor and presentation is what makes this drink a must-order.

Other classic cocktails include the Moscow Mule made with Tito’s vodka and house-made ginger beer, and the Vesper, a James Bond-inspired tipple mixed with Ultimat vodka, Deaths Door gin, Cocchi Americano and orange peel garnish.

For a taste of fall, patrons are encouraged to order the Latin Kiss, a drink that combines the smokiness of Sombra Mezcal and the vibrancy of a fresh, house-made raspberry syrup. The Uptown Tart utilizes seasonal fruit, as pears are caramelized and pureed into a simple syrup and then combined with Hennessy Cognac and lemon bitters.

Mornings in Jersey, a creamy concoction of Kahlua, half and half and biscotti liqueur makes for the perfect post dinner cocktail. For something on the lighter side, opt for the Skinny Bubbles, a 120-calorie drink comprised of Fruit Lab jasmine liqueur, champagne and baked apple bitters.

“Cocktails can be so dynamic and full of life. I want to be able to have something on the menu that inspires everyone.” Says Rocco Milano. “ Just as Tiffany Derry’s focus in the kitchen is on seasonality, the bar is equally determined to put out vibrant, fresh and seasonal creations.”

Private Social will also be hosting “Social Hour” featuring half-off signature cocktails, wines by the glass, and beer from 5-7pm every weekday starting November 15th.

The bar at Private|Social is open from 5–12 a.m. Monday through Wednesday and 5 p.m.–2 a.m. Thursday though Saturday. For more information, please visit www.privatesocial.com.

Menu

Perfect Start – Cocchi Americano, Soda Water, Orange Zest

Italian Old-Fashioned – Makers Mark Bourbon, Dolin Rouge, Lemon and Orange Peel, Dehydrated Campari

Andy Punch – Cruzan Coconut Rum, 10 Cane, House-made Pomegranate Grenadine, Fresh Lime and Pineapple Juice

Moscow Mule – Titos Vodka, House-made Ginger Beer

Thin Air – Ri 1 Rye Whiskey, Yellow Chartreuse, Orange Bitters, Lavender Bitters, Swedish Herb Bitters

Somewhere in Between – Brugal Añejo Rum, Fresh Lemon Juice, A Whole Egg, Angostura Bitters

Skinny Bubbles – Fruit Lab Jasmine Liqueur, Champagne, Baked Apple Bitter

Mornings in Jersey – Kahlua, Half and Half, Biscotti Liqueur

Latin Kiss – Sombra Mezcal, House-made Raspberry Syrup, Fresh Lime Juice, Grand Marnier Dust

Uptown Tart – Carmalized French Butter Pear Syrup, Hennessy Cognac, Lemon Bitters

Vesper – Ultimat Vodka, Deaths Door Gin, Cocchi Americano, Orange Peel

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