Enjoyed: Monday, January 20, 2025

Listed on the menu: Yes, as “SMOKED: Fashionably Prime – A Refined Twist on the classic Old Fashioned”

Ingredients: Angel’s Envy Rye Whiskey, House Demerara Syrup, Angostura & Orange Bitters, Charred Cherry Wood Smoke

The occasion: WE JUST GOT MARRIED! Well, technically, we renewed our vows after over 36 years of marriage, so why not play up such a momentous event? We kept our plans a secret from everyone, so I suppose I could say we “eloped” which I thought was a very romantic thing to do! Our ceremony–conducted by “Elvis Presley” who walked me down the aisle of The Graceland Wedding Chapel as he sang “I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You”–was at 11:30 AM. After a round of photos and the limousine ride back to our hotel, we first ordered pink bubbly at the bar, and then walked over to a late lunch. Ocean Prime was not busy at all on a Monday afternoon, so the wait staff doted on us, and the food was fabulous.

My rating: ***** out of 5. Technically, Husband ordered this Old Fashioned (the most expensive cocktail on the printed menu, but hey! Special occasion!) and I ordered the “Hot and Dirty” (tee-hee!) Martini, but we shared. The Old Fashioned was just smoky enough, just sweet enough, and perfectly chilled, since it was presented in a small carafe. Delicious!

Final thoughts: For most of the day, my groom kept his red rose boutonnière pinned to his green velvet jacket, and I kept on my black and white feathered fascinator, white lacy blouse, and black sequined skirt. We were delighted with the attention (and compliments!) that we received, including two rounds of free drinks and many sets of well-wishes.