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View Cherry Blossoms by Boat with The Jefferson DC

by Kimberly Inlander

Mar 22, 2024

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Destinations / North America

With Washington, D.C.’s, National Cherry Blossom Festival taking place through April 14, the nation’s capital is awash with the beautiful pink hue. The Jefferson DC, a boutique property in the heart of the city, celebrates with the Blossoms by Boat package and a Cherry Blossom Cocktail Menu.

 

On the Cherry Blossoms at Quill cocktail menu, guests find the In Full Bloom, with Wheatley Vodka, Sayuri Nigori Sake, Lichi-Li, lime and grapefruit; and the Time to Blossom, featuring Roku Gin, Orgeat, blueberry orange zest and Lemon Fever Tree soda water. Additionally, the menu includes sakes and wines.

 

Sample both cocktails with the Blossoms by Boat package, which includes:

  • A 1.5-hour EmbarkDC private boat tour on the Potomac River for views of the blossoms, the Jefferson Memorial and Hains Point
  • Bites for two with a The Jefferson DC bag and blanket
  • The two cherry blossom cocktails in Quill, In Full Bloom ($23) and Time to Blossom ($23)
  • Deluxe king or suite overnight accommodations

 

The stay must be booked 14 days prior to arrival with a two-night minimum stay. Rates start at $1,200 per night.

 

The Jefferson DC boasts 99 guestrooms and suites, as well as meeting and event space and an on-site restaurant.

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