A community that cares about its members is a community that thrives. This October marks another year in which restaurants across South Florida will have special drinks to raise awareness for breast cancer. These Miami-Dade and Broward County establishments will also donate proceeds to initiatives and programs that benefit a cause dear to the heart of many people throughout the nation and the globe, showing the extent of their care and consideration for those who battle and survive this insidious affliction.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bodega Taqueria y Tequila will feature a Spicy Strawberry Margarita ($14) in partnership with Mijenta Tequila. $1 from every cocktail sold will be donated to the Dolphins Cancer Challenge which unites the community against cancer. This offer applies to Bodega’s five locations in Aventura, South Beach, Coconut Grove, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach.
Tanuki will feature a limited time only cocktail called the Ume Blossom. This special pink-hued cocktail is made with Ten High Whiskey, Plum Liqueur, Yuzu, Infused Hibiscus, and a Hibiscus/salt rim. A portion of this cocktail’s proceeds will be donated to the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation which dedicates itself to ending breast cancer through research, education, and advocacy.
For the month of October, E11EVEN Vodka has released a special edition bottle that has a pink colored neck in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The woman-owned and operated Miami-based company will donate 11% of all October pink bottle sales to the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation. The 1-liter bottle of the ultra-premium spirit has a suggested MSRP of $29.99 and the 750 ml bottle is $19.99. This bottle is available for purchase and nationwide shipping through 11vodka.com, on ReserveBar, at retail stores and on the menus at hundreds of establishments across Florida.
50% of Red Rooster Overtown’s P11nk for a Cause cocktail sales during the month of October will be donated to the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation. This cocktail includes 2 oz of E11EVEN Vodka, 2 oz of Watermelon Juice, 1 oz of Lime Juice, 0.75 oz of Agave, spicy Hellfire drops, and Collins glass with a salt rim.
KÓMMA Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar will offer the Perfect Pair cocktail which also has 2 oz of E11EVEN Vodka as well as 1 oz simple syrup, two lime slices, two cucumber slices, two cubed pieces of watermelon, and three to four mint leaves. 11% of all Perfect Pair cocktail sales will be donated to the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation during the month of October.
Warren, Damn Good Hospitality’s hotspot in Delray Beach, Florida, will donate $1 from every Dianne’s Delight cocktail sold to the Susan G. Komen Foundation in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Warren’s “Dianne’s Delight” includes 2 oz Ketel One vodka, 1 oz citrus juice, 1 oz simple syrup, four to five blueberries, one whole strawberry, and one blueberry/ one half strawberry on pick for garnish.
Through their specially curated drinks and dishes, all of these participating South Florida restaurants reveal that they not only care about their community but also that they value giving back to its members, spreading awareness, and doing their part to make local change. Visit each restaurant’s respective website for more information on their Breast Cancer Initiatives, cocktail ingredients and instructions, and more.