Monthly Archive: August 2021

Dark ‘n Stormy

The DARK AND STORMY was christened on the island of Bermuda by British naval officers just after WWI when their rum was mixed with ginger beer to combat seasickness. The drink was later trademarked by the Gosling company as the...

Himalayan Mist

The HIMALAYAN MIST is a blue, peach-flavored vodka cocktail associated largely with restaurants serving Indian food. I re-created this recipe from a local Indian restaurant’s menu by using their same ingredients, but reduced the sweetness. The end result was 100%...

Caipirinha

Cachaca is to Brazil’s CAIPIRINHA, as Tequila is to Mexico’s Margarita; though the Caipirinha is less Americanized as the Margarita. The Caipirinha’s basic recipe is very simple but requires that you muddle sugar onto crushed quarters of lime before adding...

Classic Daiquiri

It’s International Rum Day on Monday, August 16th! For the occasion, extend your weekend with the CLASSIC DAIQUIRI. It’s simple and balanced when high quality ingredients are used, not to be confused with the fruity frozen drink served poolside on...