Cocktail Culture: Crisp tartness, low calories make Kiwi drink extra ...

The bar: Union Asian Gastrolounge, Delray Beach

The vibe: "Lounge" means one thing in nightlife, where it means a sometimes snooty club with some uncomfortable couches, and everywhere else, where it means homey, comfortable and a Snuggie. Union, a creatively pretty club, is the best of both worlds ? stylish but comfortable, chic but not snooty. There?s a DJ and deconstructed ramen, which is like your college ramen?s richer cousin.

The drink: The Kiwi ($12), one of the approximately eleventy-three (OK, 20) signature drinks at Union, is a delicious mixture of fresh kiwi, sake and vodka. The result is crisp, tart and unexpected. And it?s 208 calories, which is especially unexpected. In a good way.

Other noteworthy libations: Oh, where to start? How about the Cotton Candy Tini ($12), the Asian Pear ($12), and the Graham cracker-rimmed S?mores, featuring marshmallow-infused Absolut Vanilla ($13). Of course, there?s a full bar and mojitos and sake and lots of wine. And I haven?t even scratched the cocktail surface.

Bar bites: Try two kinds of edamame, both steamed and spicy Szechuan ($5), the Union "Fried" Rice, actually fresh basmati rice topped with edamame, egg, truffle butter and your choice of meat (or not), which runs $9 to $12, and the Gochujang Lollipop chicken wings ($11).

Deals: One of the best new happy hours in town, Union offers three for one drinks every day from 5 to 7 p.m. Here is how it works: you get two coupons with your first drink, each good for another drink. And if you don?t want all three, just keep your coupons and come back some other time. Also, every menu item is half off.

Info: Union Asian Gastrolounge, 8 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; (561) 330-4236

The Kiwi

1/4 ounce lemon juice

1 1/2 ounces simple syrup

3 peeled kiwi slices

3/4 ounces Nigori Sake

1 1/2 ounces Ultimat Vodka

Muddle together first three ingredients. Add sake and vodka. Add ice, shake and pour into a 14-ounce glass.

Source: http://www.pbpulse.com/bars-and-clubs/2012/03/29/cocktail-culture-crisp-tartness-low-calories-make-kiwi-drink-extra-delicious-at-union-asian-gastro/

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