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Over Fourth of July weekend, Kona Village welcomes award-winning craft cocktail icon Julie Reiner for a special pop-up residency at Shipwreck Bar, alongside a festive Fourth of July BBQ. Originally from Hawaiʻi and now based in New York City, Reiner returns to the Islands with her signature approach to elevated yet approachable cocktails.
Julie Reiner is a pioneering leader in the modern craft cocktail movement and co-owner of New York’s celebrated Clover Club and Milady’s. A judge on Netflix’s Drink Masters and author of The Craft Cocktail Party, she has helped shape New York’s cocktail culture for more than two decades. Her accolades include Wine Enthusiast’s Mixologist of the Year, the Helen David Lifetime Achievement Award, and most recently the 2025 Roku Industry Icon Award from North America’s 50 Best Bars. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine, and The Today Show.
FRIDAY, JULY 3: JULIE REINER AT SHIPWRECK BAR & SUSHI
DETAILS
Join us at Shipwreck Bar & Sushi for an evening with Julie Reiner, as she takes the helm behind the bar of our restored schooner, capturing the essence of Hawaiʻi in her signature cocktails. Specialty, island-inspired creations include the Kula Negroni, El Vaquero, and a non-alcoholic option, The Lucky Clover, paying homage to her NYC roots. Shipwreck Bar & Sushi’s signature menu will also be available. This experience is open to resort guests and the local community. Please note that Shipwreck Bar & Sushi does not take reservations.
HOURS
5 - 9 pm
LOCATION
Shipwreck Bar & Sushi at Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
PRICE
Price varies
SATURDAY, JULY 4: JULY 4th BARBECUE WITH JULIE REINER
DETAILS
Open to resort guests and the local community, celebrate Independence Day island-style at our July 4th Barbecue at Kīpuka Nanea. Enjoy a buffet of fresh raw bar selections, Hawaiian barbecue favorites, and fire-grilled vegetables, alongside Julie Reiner’s signature cocktails. Live music, ocean views, and warm aloha set the scene for a festive summer evening.
HOURS
5:30 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION
Kīpuka Nanea at Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
PRICE
USD300 Adults bar package
USD250 Per adult excluding alcoholic beverages
USD95 Per keiki (ages 5-12)
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