DRINK IN THE SEA
From a julep that evokes the feel of feet in the surf to a bracing margarita with a whiff of salinity, bartenders draw inspiration from aquatic influences.
Often, there’s more than just a carefree sun-and-sand attitude behind these drinks. Some showcase spirits infused with sea fare like salt or kelp, or spirits with naturally briny characteristics, like smoky, salty Scotch in the Smoke on the Water cocktail.
Other creations are more emotionally evocative. For instance, Sean Umstead, owner and bartender at Kingfisher in Durham, North Carolina, says his julep riff reminds him of sipping a cocktail while ocean waves lap against the shore. It incorporates Bourbon
