Category: Seasonal Sunday

Bitters / Bourbon / Seasonal Sunday

Pumpkin Bourbon Old-Fashioned

Bourbon and maple syrup pair well in many cocktail recipes. So it’s not a far stretch to create a seasonable bourbon and pumpkin-flavored cocktail. This one is simply called a PUMPKIN BOURBON OLD-FASHIONED (or Pumpkin Old-Fashioned). It’s bourbon based with...

Bourbon / Daily Mix / Grapefruit Juice / Seasonal Sunday

Brown Derby

The peak season for ruby-red grapefruit (November-June) is winding down. And so a good time to make a BROWN DERBY or other grapefruit-based cocktails is now. Using a sweet, juicy red grapefruit makes all the difference, the difference between “Wow!”...

Daily Mix / Seasonal Sunday

Mint Julep

The MINT JULEP is best known as the featured beverage at the Kentucky Derby which runs this Saturday, May 7. There are strong opinions on the correct way to mix a Mint Julep, especially in the U.S. south. The Keet’s...

Daily Mix / Seasonal Sunday / Vodka

Bloody Mary

There are many variations of the classic BLOODY MARY.  It’s complex in its preparation, but the payoff is a lovely addition to breakfast or brunch.  It’s also sometimes suggested as a hangover remedy. So that said, the recipe I enjoy...

Daily Mix / Gin / Martini Monday / Seasonal Sunday / Shochu & Saki

Sakura Martini

Before they drop, or before the next sudden wind squall blows them to smithereens, pick a few cherry blossoms off the tree to garnish a SAKURA MARTINI. It’s a great way to celebrate spring’s cherry blossom season. The Sakura Martini...

Bourbon / Cognac / Brandy / Commentary / Daily Mix / Gin / Scotch / Seasonal Sunday / Tequila / Mezcal / Vodka / Whiskey (blended)

8 Cocktails to Make for New Year’s Eve

As we approach a new year, it’s nice sometimes to toast the outgoing and incoming with something different, something memorable. If your go-to cocktail or champagne is too anti-climactic this year, here are some New Year’s suggestions as previously posted...

Bitters / Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Gin / Seasonal Sunday

Flying Dutchman

The FLYING DUTCHMAN is a legendary ghost ship from the 17th century that can never make port and is doomed to sail the oceans forever (see “History” below). Or, it’s a classic gin cocktail. This is a simple yet tasty...

Daily Mix / Rum / Seasonal Sunday

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...

Daily Mix / Grenadine / Orange Juice / Pineapple Juice / Rum / Seasonal Sunday

Rum Punch

The RUM PUNCH can easily be too sweet, or it can be perfectly balanced and refreshing. This particular recipe is one I consider excellent, balanced between fruity refreshment and gutsy rum strength. Learned from a Cape Cod bartender, the key...