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Kip Morrison's PR firm, Kip Morrison & Associates, is home to an impressive list of high-end clientele, and is one of the top 40 agencies in all of Los Angeles. Their knack for creating stylish, effective campaigns for their clients has kept them in business for over 20 years, and they are the marketing masterminds behind many personal care/lifestyle products such as Evian and Peugeot. Founder and president Kip Morrison counts fine arts, wine and spirits, and 'California living,' among her areas of expertise. KMA's newest additions, Pinky Vodka and Sterling Caviar, appear to fit right in at their new home. The tasty duo was the palette-pleasing toast of the 'Pink/Black Party,' held at the firm's Beverly Hills office, located in the heart of trendy shopping mecca Robertson Blvd. The Swedish-born Pinky Vodka made its debut amidst a sea of pink and black balloons, scented candles, and chattering party patrons. Mixed with chilled juices, it produced brightly colored cocktails that tasted as good as they looked, although it is smooth enough to be served straight up or on the rocks. The vodka's incredible taste (aka it's 'pink flavor') was crafted by a team of champion wine tasters, and comes from a mix of violets, rose petals, wild strawberries and certain botanicals that are hand-blended after distillation to ensure maximum flavor. Most traditional vodka producers add the ingredients before distillation occurs, which causes flavors and aromas to dissipate. Pinky's light, well-preserved ingredients also include mango, Italian citrus, and an undetectable touch of green pepper, which works as a flavor enhancer.
As many women know, the perfect compliment to pink, (in this case 'Pinky!"), is black, and this time black was in the form of Sterling caviar, one of the only American producers of farm-raised sturgeon caviar. Unlike other producers who catch wild fish to make their product, Sterling's eco-friendly process begins with a fertilized egg from two mature fish that is cared for up to ten years before the caviar actually gets made. I had never tried caviar before, and not only was it much yummier than I expected, it was a fun, fancy experience especially when one of the seasoned hostesses taught me to nix the little toast crackers it was served with and eat it directly off of my hand, showing me how a loosely closed fist forms that smooth little nook next to the thumb, perfect for a scoop of Sterling!
Pretty pink drinks and top-of-the-line caviar made for a glamorously good time, proven by the fact that I effortlessly consumed two drinks in under an hour. This is newsworthy only because, at the socially ripe old age of 30, I usually consume no more than two drinks in the course of a night!
The source of my guiltless guzzling was not only easy on the palette, but easy on the eyes. The Pinky bottle's design and packaging is so sleek and elegant that upon seeing it for the first time, I remember thinking 'Wow, that looks like the world's biggest perfume bottle... once it's empty, it will look beautiful on my vanity...I could use it for a vase or fill it with colored crystals!' I know, it's just a bottle, but it's a lovely, well-designed bottle, and it houses the spirit that is quickly becoming known as 'the world's most beautiful vodka.'
Although Pinky is sure to be a hit among mere mortals, with an affordable retail price of $32.00 for 750ml., it has already attracted a celebrity following that includes Paris Hilton, Beyonce, Eva Longoria, and Selma Blair. (I wonder if they've ever had it with Sterling caviar' ) Want to throw your own Pink/Black Party? Take one part Pinky Vodka, one part Sterling Caviar, mix with good friends and enjoy. Cheers!
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