
A variety of beverage brands were highlighted during a VIP cocktail party kicking off the 51st Annual Newport International Boat Show on Sept. 15. The Bohlin Tent featured tastes from Rey Azul Tequila & Soda; Francis Ford Coppola, Diora and Stoneleigh wines; Samuel Adams; Mount Gay Rum; Fishers Island Lemonade; and Whalers Brewing Company, among selections, as well as cocktails served from the bar. Taking place Sept. 15-18 at the Newport Yachting Center, the annual event is a celebration of the nautical lifestyle, with the exhibition of powerboats and sailboats drawing tens of thousands of shoppers and spectators to Newport each year.
- Taking place Sept. 15-18 at the Newport Yachting Center, the Newport International Boat Show celebrates the nautical lifestyle, drawing tens of thousands to Newport each year.
- The Rey Azul Tequila & Soda experience sampled four of its flavor offerings along Market Square from its brand display with pours by Emily Davinngracia, Tour Manager, Rey Azul.
- Emily Davinngracia, Tour Manager, Rey Azul.
- The Bohlin Tent event featured tastes from Francis Ford Coppola, Diora and Stoneleigh wines; Samuel Adams; Mount Gay Rum; Fishers Island Lemonade; and Whalers Brewing Company, among selections, as well as cocktails served from the bar.
- Amanda Fiori, Regional Sales Manager and Chris Low, Vice President of Sales, Delicato Family Wines.
- Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc, Diora La Belle Fête Rosé of Pinot Noir, Francis Ford Coppola Prosecco and Francis Ford Coppola Pinot Noir.
- Brand Ambassadors Nick Mineo and Mike Medeiros, Mount Gay Rum.
- Mitchell Belanger, Special Projects Manager and Jamison Hahn, Sales Manager CT/RI, Fishers Island Lemonade.
- Brand Ambassador Ryan Hertler, Whalers Brewing Company featuring Whalers Rise APA.
- Julia Gononi and Eliza Staples, Sponsorship Interns, Newport International Boat Show showcasing Samuel Adams Golden Pilsner and Octoberfest.
- Carol Francolini, Division Manager, Sobieski Vodka.
- A Watermelon Margarita featuring Tequila Ocho blended with fresh watermelon and mint.
- A Piña Colada featuring Mount Gay Rum, with curaçao, pineapple and orange juice.
Photos by Laura Widness.