As longtime partners, The Beach Rosé by Whispering Angel and the Surfrider Foundation are excited to share a few holiday hosting tips that are gentle on the earth. For those who are not familiar with The Beach by Whispering Angel, The Beach is a beautifully crafted rosé from the Provence region and made from an exquisite blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah, all developed with environmental responsibility in mind.
The holidays are a fun time to gather, create joy, and spread love - let’s not forget to love our Earth! There is joy and beauty in planet-conscious choices, as there is deep meaning and thoughtfulness involved. During this season, be gentle on yourself and on the Earth, and remember “the thought is what counts.”
Tip 1: “Wine Tastes Better in a Glass Cup” – Why Glass Over Plastic?
If hosting a holiday party, aim for serving drinks in glass instead of single-use plastic cups. There are many benefits to serving wine in a glass, such as:
- Taste Quality: glass enhances the wine’s flavor compared to plastic (which interferes with the aromas and flavor of wine, according to wine experts).
- Environmental Impact: longevity of glass compared to single-use plastic cups.
- Aesthetic Appeal: the festive and polished look of real glassware for holiday events. You can even add fun wine glass markers, like these!
Choosing reusable materials is deeply important for The Beach and Surfrider’s mission of reducing single-use plastic. The Beach has gone as far as creating a lighter glass bottle that requires less energy to produce and helps to decrease the carbon footprint of heavy shipping loads.
If you are worried about the breakability of glass cups, opt for using aluminum cups such as those offered by Surfrider supporter, Ball.
Tip 2: Planning Your Holiday Gathering
Step 1: Set the Tone with Ocean-Friendly Invitations
To spread the word to your guests, utilize digital invitations, recycled-paper options, or upcycle paper grocery bags into cute cards. Here is a fun tutorial.
Step 2: Embrace Reusing Decor!
- Use what you already have
- Host a holiday decoration exchange with your friends and family.
- Scour thrift shops and resale websites to find new-to-you pieces
- Fun activity - once finished your delightful bottle of The Beach, paint the wine bottle and use it as a candle holder!
- Bring the outside in with potted plants, greenery, pinecones, florals, etc
Tip 3: The Perfect Holiday Wine Pairings for a Glass-Cup Celebration
The key to a fantastic holiday party is finding the perfect food pairings to serve with your glass of The Beach. In the winter season, opt for serving food pairings that are seasonal and local to your area. You can do this by visiting a local farm, or by buying what is fresh at your local grocery store. A few winter seasonal offerings to serve alongside a glass of The Beach Rosé include:
Grilled winter vegetables, such as carrots, turnips and winter squash, seasoned with sage and thyme. Pair well with the versatility of rosé.
Winter squash risotto. The creaminess from the risotto matches the balanced acidity of rosé.
Kale salads with apples, goat cheese, and toasted nuts. The crispness of rosé pairs well with the fresh, slightly bitter notes in winter greens like kale or arugula.
Be sure to choose reusable utensils and table settings: glassware, cloth napkins, and compostable options when needed.
And with that, cheers to an ocean-friendly holiday! Together, we can enjoy the merriness of the season while being friends of our ocean.
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