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Tales of the Cocktail Announces Glass Recycling Initiative for 2015

In partnership with Phoenix Recycling, Tales of the Cocktail is proud to add glass recycling to
its list of green initiatives.

NEW ORLEANS, LA June 23, 2015 Tales of the Cocktail is proud to announce the
addition of glass recycling to its continued commitment to the environment. In partnering with
Phoenix Recycling, Tales of the Cocktail will be able to recycle an estimated 10,000 glass
liquor bottles that are used throughout the weeks festivities. Glass is one of the hardest materials
to recycle, but thanks to Phoenix Recycling, it has become possible for Tales of the Cocktail to
continue in its efforts to reduce its environmental footprint.

With the number of drinks that are served at Tales, you can imagine we go through a lot of
bottles. Close to 10,000 to be exact. Im so happy to finally be able to add glass recycling to our
list of green initiatives thanks to Phoenix Recycling, said Ann Tuennerman. Weve always
been committed to reducing waste through cup recycling, composting with Hollygrove market
and moving printed materials online. Keeping glass out of the landfill is just another way were
showing our love for New Orleans and the Earth.

Glass recycling is the latest initiative by Tales of the Cocktail to reduce waste. Since 2009, Tales
of the Cocktail has partnered with 360 Vodka to donate 30,000 pounds of produce to
Hollygrove farms for their compost program. Tales of the Cocktail also recycles close to 200,000
plastic sampling cups every year, recycles all cardboard and packaging materials and has moved
many of its printed items online.

For more information about Tales of the Cocktail, please visit TalesoftheCocktail.com For
questions about Tales of the Cocktails conservation effort or to learn more about Phoenix
Recycling, please contact Ann Tuennerman at 504-948-0511 or visit their website
www.Phoenixrds.com.

About Tales of the Cocktail

The Spirits Are Calling. Will you answer? Theyre calling you to New Orleans for five days of
seminars, tastings, product launches, competitions, networking events and so much more at the
world's premier professional cocktail event. By just being a part of this spirited gathering youll
help your fellow cocktail professionals around the world. Funds from Tales of the Cocktail are
invested back into the industry through scholarships, tuition reimbursements, training programs
and financial aid. So join us as the international spirits community answers the call, returning for
another spirited round of Tales of the Cocktail.

About the New Orleans Culinary and Cultural Preservation Society

The New Orleans Culinary and Cultural Preservation Society (NOCCPS) is a non-profit
organization committed to preserving the unique cocktail culture in New Orleans and around the
world through education and outreach. Every year the NOCCPS produces a number of events
including Tales of the Cocktail, Tales of the Cocktail on Tour, and Tales of the Toddy with
proceeds being invested back into the international spirits community through educational
programs, scholarships, training programs and financial aid.

For more information on Tales of the Cocktail, visit the website at TalesoftheCocktail.com.

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CONTACT:
Ann Tuennerman; 504-948-0511; Ann@TalesoftheCocktail.com
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