I’m Keeton, your mixology source at Keet’s Cocktails. For over 25 years, I’ve enjoyed mixing and serving cocktails to friends, family, and groups. While I learned a bit about the cocktail world in my youth as a waiter in restaurants, it was my time living in New York City that truly influenced me, thanks to its wonderful cocktail offerings and talented bartenders. Somewhere along the way, I began making cocktails myself. With a fresh approach, my cocktail-making has consistently received enthusiastic accolades. Many have suggested I create a website or blog with my recipes long before I even considered it. So, here it goes.
Not being a bartender has given me the freedom to craft delicious and distinctive drinks. They aren’t overly sweet, never medicinal-tasting, sometimes unorthodox in preparation, and always icy cold. Balance is essential, and I’m quite particular. While I reference many books and online resources for varying drink recipes, I also consult bartenders to learn how they make particularly good cocktails. Often, my versions are simpler, less sweet, or include an added element that provides the smoothness people enjoy. My recipes are designed to be practical for home bartenders, featuring liquors that are commonly found in many drinks. Generally, I avoid obscure or pricey liquors; making great cocktails shouldn’t require unnecessary spending. This website is dedicated to supporting the home bartender.
I personally test both old and new drink recipes, sometimes including friends and neighbors. Before I post a recipe, I must enjoy it myself or believe others will appreciate it, even if I don’t. The bad ones become evident quickly, and much has gone down the drain in the process of weeding out poor combinations.
This site aims to be helpful, user-friendly, and fun. I hope to inspire more people to serve their own cocktails at home and during events, rather than relying on automatic drink mixers or cocktail delivery services. Greeting friends or guests with “What can I make for you to drink?” is a great way to start any gathering.
On a larger scale, I enjoy exploring the histories of the spirits industry. World economies and laws have often been shaped by the liquor industry. Marriage proposals, business deals, political negotiations, problem-solving, sports victories, and life-changing ideas have often unfolded over a glass of spirits. These are our stories. Like music, liquor serves as a common language across countries and cultures. So here’s to us as we take a moment in our busy lives to enjoy our favorite cocktails together, safely. Quality over quantity, in support of good times versus recklessness.
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