A little Something to see you through the week.

luxe team • November 21, 2020
A person is holding a glass with smoke coming out of it

The Willcox Smoked Manhattan

Brought into being by our Restaurant Manager and Sommelier Mathew Sayer this beautiful cocktail is to be enjoyed in our warm lobby in front of a roaring fire, remanence of a by-gone era. We age bourbon in new American oak mini barrels for 6 months, put the cocktail together then smoke it with hickory chips and serve it in a glass dome.

Ingredients: 2 oz House aged bourbon, 1oz Cocchi, 5 dash angostura bitters, lemon peel garnish

Method - pour all ingredients into the serving glass, add ice, stir well with a bar spoon, garnish with lemon peel, place in a cocktail smoke and smoke.

A martini glass with a lime wedge in it on a table.

Yoga-Tini

Created by a local Yoga Instructor to increase flexibility, energy, and vitality…especially enjoyed in the rocking chairs, on the porch at dusk.

Ingredients: 3oz Hendrix gin, 2 oz St Germain and 1 1/2 oz of lime juice

Method: Shake with ice, strain, and serve in chilled martini glass. (Chill martini glass with ice)

A martini with flames coming out of it is on a table.

The Polo Parisian

Created by John "Goose" a decade ago, this cocktail has become a favorite between the locals before and after Sunday Polo Matches.

Ingredients: 2oz vodka, 1oz St Germain, 1oz cranberry juice, 1/2 lime juiced

Method - pour all ingredients into a mixing glass, fill glass with ice, shake well, strain into a chilled martini glass & garnish with a flaming orange peel.

A glass of champagne is sitting on a table in front of a couch.

Chukker Classic

The perfect cocktail for divot stomping between chukkers and tailgating while watching the King of Sports.

Ingredients: 6 oz. Champagne, 3 dashes of House made bitters, Sugar cube

Method: Place sugar cube and bitters into champagne flute, slowly fill glass with champagne.

Fresh Drink

Bless The Hounds Bloody Mary

Enjoy one of Aiken’s longstanding Thanksgiving traditions, with the Blessing of The Hounds in Hitchcock Woods. The ceremony brings to light Aiken’s oldest foxhunting traditions. No better way to enjoy than with one of the Willcox’s signature bloody Mary’s.

Ingredients: 2oz vodka, 3/4 cup tomato juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp horseradish, 1 dash tabasco, salt & pepper to taste, 3 olives, 1 lemon wedge . celery stalk

Method: Shake all ingredients with ice, pour into glass, garnish with olives and lemon wedge.

April 18, 2025
Nantucket, with its misty harbors, salt-kissed breezes, and centuries-old charm, has always been a place where history whispers through every weathered shingle and cobblestone street. This spring, one of the island’s most beloved landmarks, the Veranda House, will once again welcome guests, rising from the ashes of a devastating 2022 fire that necessitated a complete rebuild. Set to reopen in spring 2025, the new Veranda House is a masterpiece of restoration and reinvention. Owned by Procaccianti Companies and managed by TPG Hotels & Resorts as part of the Nantucket Resort Collection, the rebuild was meticulously overseen in collaboration with the town and historic district commission to ensure that the property retained its original federal-style elegance while incorporating modern luxuries and state-of-the-art amenities. First built in 1684, the Veranda House has stood as a symbol of Nantucket’s rich maritime legacy, its wraparound porches offering a front-row seat to the island’s ever-changing seascape. The new design remains true to its original size, scale, and architectural character, seamlessly blending historic integrity with contemporary comforts. Guests will find spa-like ensuite baths in every room, featuring Carrara marble, custom fixtures, and sleek walk-in showers—a nod to modern indulgence without sacrificing classic charm. The 19 redesigned rooms, including the Grand Harborview King with its private balcony and fireplace, exude an intimate, serene luxury. Expanded outdoor gathering spaces now offer even more opportunities for guests to soak in the island’s ambiance, whether sipping coffee at sunrise or toasting the golden hour over Nantucket Harbor. “This reopening marks a significant mile- stone, not just for Veranda House, but for the entire Nantucket community. We are deeply thankful for the community’s unwavering support in bringing this iconic property back to life,” says Paul Hitselberger, EVP of Operations for TPG Hotels & Resorts. The Veranda House is not just a recon- struction—it’s a resurrection, a tribute to Nantucket’s ability to endure, evolve, and enchant. Its doors reopen as a beacon of timeless hospitality, welcoming travelers to a place where history is honored, and every detail—from the breezy verandas to the handcrafted interiors—tells a story. For those who love Nantucket, the Veranda House is a homecoming. Images courtesy of The Veranda House.
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