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Duane Fernandez Jr.
The Prim Rose INGREDIENTS 2 oz. Russian Standard Vodka Muddled blackberries and raspberries Rose water Lemon juice Simple syrup Top with Ginger Beer PREPARATION Muddle 6 blackberries and 2 raspberries in the bottom of a rocks glass. Add Russian Standard Vodka, rose water, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker. Strain over ice. Top with Ginger Beer and garnish with a blackberry.
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Top finalist, Season 2, of the NBC bartender reality show The Search for America’s Top Bartender, his original recipes have received accolades from GQ Magazine, Time Out New York, and the New York Times. Duane’s specialty is utilizing unique ingredients that capitalize on the flavor of whatever spirit he’s working with. Playing on the culinary cocktail trend, he’s been experimenting with various elements like condiments, meat infusions and muddled vegetables. Currently, he is one of the featured bartenders at New York City’s D Bar.
