A variety of beer, wine and spirits brands were highlighted at Beardsley Zoo’s annual Wild Wine, Beer & Food Safari in Bridgeport on June 3. Guests tasted food, beer, wine and spirits from dozens of vendors while walking through parts of the zoo, taking in museum exhibits and visiting some of its animals. Musical act The Navels performed while guests played games and placed bets in the event’s large silent auction. Presented by Turnpike Spirit Shop, participating venues and caterers included Fortuna’s Catering Co., Hair of the Dog, Hardcore Sweet, Hub and Spoke, Little Pub, Vazzy’s, Yalla Organic Hummus & Grill and more. Opened in 1922, the Beardsley Zoo is Connecticut’s only zoo and is home to 305 animals. The annual tasting event is the zoo’s largest fundraiser, raising more than $133,000 this year to benefit the care of the zoo’s endangered species, expansion of exhibits and educational programming.
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- A variety of beer, wine and spirits brands were highlighted at Beardsley Zoo’s annual Wild Wine, Beer & Food Safari in Bridgeport on June 3.
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- Guests tasted food, beer, wine and spirits from dozens of vendors while walking through parts of the zoo, taking in museum exhibits and visiting some of its animals.
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- Gary Dritschler, State Manager, Campari USA showcasing Montelobos Espadín Mezcal and Candice Dritschler highlighting Howler Head Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
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- Larry Goglia, Sales Manager, Counter Weight Brewing Co.
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- Gigi B. Lesnick, Latitude Beverage Co. showcasing 90+ Cellars Pinot Noir.
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- John Freehill, New England Division Sales Representative, Connecticut Distributors, Inc.
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- Nicole Gilbert and Tom Drabek, Field Sales Manager, Connecticut Distributors, Inc.
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- Donald Riles, Client Support Technician, Brescome Barton; Phuong Thy Tran, Moët Portfolio Manager, Brescome Barton; and Tony Vilaysane.
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- Brand Ambassador Karen Sokolow showcasing Hampton Water Rosé.
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- Darren Field, Citizen Cider.
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- Angie Dalterio and Phil Lemnotis, Five Churches Brewing.
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- Dave Sprague, Brand Ambassador, East Rock Brewing Company highlighting East Rock Summer Wheat and Key Lime Kicker.
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- Elizabeth Pliska, Senior Brand Representative, Owl’s Brew showcasing Owl’s Brew Green Tea & Passion Fruit Cocktail.
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- Brand Ambassador Clarissa De LaCruz showcasing Onda Tequila Seltzer Grapefruit.
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- Somi Bourdierd, Uno Mas Bartending Services, LLC, showcasing Quiver Spiced Honey Spirit.
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- Rob and Bridget Schulten, Owners, Fifth State Distillery showcasing Fifth State Espresso Martini.
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- Brand Ambassadors Tammy Nolasco and Angela Salvatore, Tito’s Handmade Vodka.
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- Brand Ambassador Tamara Rivera, Vita Coco Spiked with Captain Morgan in Piña Colada, Strawberry Daiquiri and Lime Mojito.
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- Brand Ambassadors Candy Landeau and Shannaya Rodriguez, 21 Seeds Tequila.
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- Brand Ambassador Pierina Lecaros showcasing Loyal 9 Cocktails in Mixed Berry Lemonade.
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- Kyle and Scott Maybaum, Good Fucking Vodka.
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- Vincent Melita, MD&S Distributors showcasing Root Out Whisky.
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- Brand Ambassador Brittany Jansen highlighting Moonlight Barista Nitro Espresso Martini and Cylinder Vodka.
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- Jennifer Dimmock, Fishers Island Lemonade.
