Boulder’s own Crystal Sagan bridges her bartending and business abilities into one with Cocktail Caravan (CocktailCaravan.com). You may have seen the beverage catering service at local festivals, fundraisers, or business events where she serves up some seriously decadent cocktails. Along with her team and a darling 1960s trailer in tow, the company offers “lovingly crafted” elixirs catered to every client’s needs. These are not your standard gin and tonics though. From their unique flavor profiles that complement a dinner event to on-brand custom cocktails for a high-design experience, Sagan always opts for quality and taste in equal parts. She enlists local spirits like Breckenridge Distillery Bourbon and Cap Rock Gin and works with local farmers to source fresh ingredients, such as carrots, kale, lavender, and cardamom to infuse into unexpected tinctures.
“We are always trying to connect with our guests,” says Sagan. “But because we don't have that opportunity right now, we had to get a little more creative.”
Cocktail Caravan can be booked for private events during COVID, and Sagan and her bartenders are hosting digital cocktail classes for aspiring mixologists near and far.
Virtual Toasting
For personal or corporate events, Cocktail Caravan can coordinate a group drop-off of cocktail supplies for guests to enjoy a digital “cheers.”
Contact
Email. Hello@CocktailCaravan.com
Ph. 720.598.2998
Sagan’s Signature Cocktails
“Wellspring”
1.5 ounces Breckenridge Bourbon
1 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice
1 ounce Simple Syrup*
2-3 slices of Ripe Pear
2-3 slices of Ginger Root
1 Fresh Rosemary Sprig
Pinch of Cardamom
Muddle pear, ginger, lemon, and simple syrup. Add cardamom, bourbon, and ice and shake for 10 seconds. Strain over rocks and garnish with fresh rosemary.
*Simple Syrup: Boil ½ cup of water, add ½ cup of sugar, and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat immediately and let cool.
“Winter Delight”
1.5 ounces Vodka
1 ounce Vanilla Fig Syrup
.75 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice
.75 ounce Honey Simple
Combine vodka, vanilla fig simple*, honey simple*, and lemon into a shaker with ice. Shake and enjoy.
*Vanilla Fig Simple:
3 Mission Figs, quartered
2 Vanilla Beans, sliced lengthwise
Bring one cup water to a boil with figs, reduce heat while stirring for about seven minutes or until figs begin to break down. Let cool and strain into a glass.
*Honey Simple:
3 tablespoons Honey
1/2 cup Sugar
1/2 cup Water
Bring water to a boil, add in sugar, honey and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
