With the 2026 World Cup<\/a> quickly approaching, Buchanan\u2019s Whiskey partnered with global music superstar Rauw Alejandro to celebrate the beautiful game and debut his latest track and music video.<\/strong><\/p>\n Fans and tastemakers converged in the heart of Washington Heights, aka Dyckman, at The Hudson, formerly known as the beloved location La Marina<\/a>, to sip curated Buchanan\u2019s cocktails, enjoy light bites, and soak up plenty of Latin vibes. <\/p>\n Over 200 guests, including CassiusLife\u2019s <\/em>Men\u2019s Lifestyle and Pop Culture writer, Bernard \u201cBeanz\u201d Smalls, showed up, rocking soccer kits from countries they represent, such as Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Argentina, and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t\tWe care about your data. See our privacy policy<\/a>.\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n Guests were treated to a big surprise when Rauw Alejandro blessed them with his presence and showed them love as he walked through the venue, greeting attendees before reaching his VIP section, where special-edition bottles of Buchanan\u2019s whiskey and Buchanitas awaited him and his guests. <\/p>\n Alejandro wasn\u2019t the only prominent figure at the event; other big names in attendance were Brooklyn legend\u00a0To\u00f1ita<\/a>,Planta Industrial<\/a>, actresses\u00a0Dascha Polanco<\/a>\u00a0and NYC creators\u00a0Flavio and Flavio, Viviane de Castro and Maria Beltre, producer Nino Segarra (Dimelo Nino), celebrity DJ Flipstar,<\/a><\/span> celebrity tattoo artist\u00a0Sare E Gonzalez, NYC creators\u00a0Flavio and Flavio,\u00a0Viviane de Castro,\u00a0and\u00a0Maria Beltre, celebrity\u00a0DJ Flipstar,\u00a0and many more.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n To get the crowd ready for Alejandro\u2019s arrival, DJ Hector, along with\u00a0Nino Segarra<\/strong><\/u><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(Dimelo Nino<\/em>), supplied the vibes with old-school reggaeton and Rauw\u2019s greatest hits, keeping the dance floor full all night.<\/span> <\/p>\n When Rauw arrived and mingled amongst the people, he hit the DJ booth, where he danced and vibed out to his hits before leading a countdown to the premiere of his new song and video, \u201cDando Vueltas.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n Food, free drinks, and Rauw weren\u2019t the only things attendees experienced at the event. There was a 27-foot Buchami\u00f3n truck that gave away free merch, interactive photo moments, and a mini f\u00fatbol pitch to showcase soccer dribbling skills. <\/p>\n The night didn\u2019t end at The Hudson. Following the premiere, VIP were shuttled to an exclusive afterparty where they enjoyed Buchanan\u2019s bottle service and\u00a0closed out the night with\u00a0<\/strong>DJ Fux<\/u><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n It was definitely a night to remember, and nice precursor to upcoming World Cup tournament which will without a doubt have the tri-state area rocking. <\/p>\n For all the photos from the night night peep the full gallery. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"Buchanan's](\"https:\/\/cassiuslife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2026\/04\/17770533667799.jpg?strip=all&quality=80\")
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Dascha Polanco, To\u00f1ita, Planta Industrial & Other Big Names Were In Attendance<\/h3>\n
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Rauw Alejandro Premiered His New Song \u201cDando Vueltas\u201d<\/h3>\n
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