The sun isn’t the only thing darkening Monday afternoon.
Liquor and beer distributors across New York are launching eclipse-branded hooch in time for the big event, as New York State University’s Flats is set to host a roaring kegger. , the bar in Total Zone is planning a big party.
Luke Kapcizak, 21, a sophomore at the State University of New York at Oswego, told the newspaper that “everyone is just talking about the eclipse” on campus. School officials said they canceled classes Monday afternoon to allow students to party and make the most of the day. darkness.
“People are excited that there will be no classes, but of course there will be parties,” Kupchak said, adding, “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime kind of thing.”
“I’ll probably wake up around 9 a.m., but a lot of times I don’t know what’s going on until Friday or Saturday when I know exactly who’s going to pitch.” [party]” the undergraduate said Wednesday.
“I think Sig Tau, which is one of the biggest frats on campus, is going to have a party because they always do things like that. [along with] We have several other flats,” Kupchak said, adding that non-Greek students are also welcome.
“It’s literally on their lawn, so you just show up, have a few drinks, eat… They’ll bring some tables, they’ll have some pop, [drinking] Whether it’s a game or whatever, people probably just go from there to the next place. It’s right off the main street, which is lined with bars. ”
Edward Olszewski, 20, a sophomore at the State University of New York at Oswego, also plans to enjoy the party.
“The actual day itself, you’ll probably be in one of the frat houses,” Olszewski said.
“There’s definitely going to be a party. I think there’s also going to be a little event on campus, like food and music. I know it’s happening on campus, but I’m obviously not going there. I’m not going to. I’m with my boys.”
Olszewski added that he plans to stop by campus events to receive free safety glasses. Safety glasses are necessary to prevent damage to your vision, even if you’re wearing beer goggles.
Kupchak said the Lake Ontario college town of 17,000 people expected about 6,000 visitors for the big event.
“I heard from other friends that some of their friends are coming that day.”
When asked if any of his friends would come to Oswego for this occasion, Olszewski replied, I really hope they do that. ”
At Captain Jack’s Good Time Tavern in Rochester, the party begins at 1 p.m. Monday with a “Total Eclipse of the Heart” singing contest, followed by Eclipse Karaoke featuring songs about the sun and moon. will be held.
Patrick’s Rooftop in Buffalo is selling $25 tickets to watch the event from the city’s highest bar and patio. That’s a bargain compared to some viewing locations in Manhattan that charge more than $100 to see just the partial eclipse.
The organization’s website says, “Prepare to be amazed as the moon casts a shadow over the sun, creating a breathtaking skyscape over Lake Erie!”
Outside the city, Lake Erie Wine County is promoting a “Lights Out” tour for the totality campaign, and the party started early three days early. For $60, a game-playing New Yorker can get his four-day pass to 21 different wineries in the region, culminating with Monday’s big event. A designated driver can receive his pass for $15.
And for those who were staying home and drinking while listening to Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon,” eclipse-themed drinks are being marketed.
Adirondack breweries were hawking drinks like Total Eclipse of the Park, a black IPA brewed by Lake Placid Pub.
Raquette River Brewing in Tupper Lake will also have a black IPA available for the occasion. According to WCAX.
Brewer Tanner Hockey reportedly said, “The sky was going to be pitch black for three minutes, so we thought, why not make a black IPA?”
One wine representative pitched Radius Red Blend Eclipse to the Post, calling it “dark fruit and vanilla aromas; [make] A perfect watch partner. ”
“Whether you’re traveling to see it or hosting a watch party at home, to take your eclipse experience to the next level, it’s important to choose a drink that’s as dark and dramatic as the eclipse. ” said Rodolphe Boulanger, Vice President of New. Total Wine & More sells wines from around the world.
Tin Cup Bourbon is selling a “Totality Bundle” of Total Eclipse Sour cocktails that “aim to evoke the same sense of wonder and excitement.” [as the eclipse]Perfect for eclipse themed gatherings and parties. ”
Libation is “an outdoor whiskey brand, so celebrating the solar eclipse is natural for them,” the company claimed.
Other drinks to pair with a blackout include Mount Gay Eclipse (a Barbadian rum named after the 1910 total solar eclipse seen in the Caribbean) and, according to BeerAdvocate.com They include Bell’s, Oberon, and Eclipse, which are “very delicious and easy to drink.” .
But with normal life scheduled to resume on Tuesday morning, Olszewski is mindful that teachers and employers may not be as tolerant of hungover revelers. ing.
“I think it’s going to be more of a relaxed get-together where we’ll have about four beers and hang out with friends, rather than getting hit and furious, you know?” he said.
“It’s like having a beer and inviting your friends over. But obviously the girls from the sorority are our friends, and the guys from the frats are like our friends.”
