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Impressive Results from Juara Anti-Aging Serum

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By Michael Hepworth

To be more precise, this product is called Clove Flower & Turmeric Anti-Aging Serum and works magnificently Based on the age-old beauty secrets that can be found in the Indonesian archipelago, Juara is based on the ancient tradition of  herbal medicine known as Jamu, but uses modern science to create a luxurious product. It is 100% vegetarian, free of artificial colorants and sulfates and is made in the USA. It is specially formulated to reduce the appearance of fine lines, increase firmness, even out your tone and boost luminosity.

They promise visible results after just a few applications and for once their braggadocio claim might be correct. The two prime ingredients in the concoction are Clove Flower and Turmeric, and these two extracts are primarily known for protecting skin from premature aging through the use of powerful antioxidants.
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Palm Peptides are also combined with Goji Fruit Extracts to lift, firm and smooth the skin. The sea algae and the ever present hyaluronic acid are best at plumping up the skin with pure hydration, and also serve as an instant refresher. Pea extract provides natural exfoliation and helps produce vital collagen which gives a much firmer look. Finally, watermelon extract enhances hydration and helps the performance of the other botanicals in the mix. 

These products however are not manufactured in Indonesia, but actually in New York at Loisaida Labs. Another item in the Juara range that deserves mention is the Candlenut Body Crème. Candlenut Oil contains a large amount of fatty acids and is a natural source of healing in Indonesia for dry and rough skin. This should be used daily on rough parts of the body, and since the jar is large enough it should last quite some time.

www.juaraskincare.com
By Michael Hepworth

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What exactly is GRAND BRULOT I thought to myself as I opened the bottle for the first time just around the time this lockdown took effect. Well, Grand Brulot is listed as a VSOP Cognac Café and it can be used in Bloody Mary’s, Manhattans, Negronis, Martinis, spritzes and sidecars , just for starters. It is a blend of Ugni Blanc & Colombard that is crafted into 80 proof VSOP. Then 100% Robusta Ecuadorian coffee bean essence is extracted and blended with brandy to meld for a few months and finally, it is blended with the VSOP Cognac. There is also a whiff of peppermint, nutmeg and hot cocoa in the drink. The retail price is $42.99.

The idea for the drink was instigated in 2015 by John Bernbach who asked for the help of industry veteran Francisco Tonarely to investigate the potential of a cognac/brandy drink blended with coffee. Three year later in August 2018 Grand Brulot was launched. This cognac comes from the Tardy Cognac Group and the grapes come from its single estate. Grand Brulot also plays homage to a New Orleans specialty of the same name that is still served around town.  The name Grand Brulot was inspired by the famous French pirate Jean Lafite who helped New Orleans repel the British invaders in 1812. He would order coffee, pour cognac in the saucer, set it alight and mix it with the coffee.
Recipes:

THE RISE AND SHINE
2 oz Grand Brulot
Orange Twist

Just pour Grand Brulot over ice and the orange will highlight the flavors
of the spirit.

BRULOT BLACK MANHATTAN
1 oz Grand Brulot
1 oz Bourbon
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
3 dashes Orange Bitters

Bartender Todd Smith created this one. Stir all the ingredients together in
a mixing glass. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass with ice and garnish

with orange wheel.

FRENCH NEGRONI
1 oz Grand Brulot
1 oz  Sweet Vermouth
1 oz Campari

Build in a rocks glass over ice and garnish w/orange wheel.

GRAND BRULOT CAFÉ HOLIDAY
1 oz Grand Brulot
0.5 oz Crème de Cacao
3 oz Porter Beer or Stout
3 dashes of bitters

Throw cocktail ingredients between two cups a couple of times to mix
And ignite the foam from the beer. Pour into a highball glass over ice
And garnish with nutmeg.



www.grandbrulot.com
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