Quarantine
The QUARANTINE is a nine-ingredient cocktail that I admit is worth the gathering of ingredients. Aside from separating egg-white in order to add into the drink, it really only takes ten minutes to prepare. And what better drink for our...
Category: Spirits
Martini (Dry)
The VODKA MARTINI gradually overtook the popular gin martini when vodka achieved worldwide popularity beginning in the 1940’s. It didn’t hurt that the “vodka martini, shaken-not-stirred” was ordered in every James Bond movie in the 60’s. It’s simple to make,...
Cosmopolitan (Cosmo)
The COSMOPOLITAN martini, or “Cosmo”, can vary from bar to bar. If you know what you like in the Cosmo, you can usually request it be made that way. If you don’t know what you like, the establishment’s mix might...
Boulevardier
When the Negroni switches out gin for whiskey, it becomes the Boulevardier (“boo- lah-var-dee-ay”). It’s 100-year anniversary can be traced back to an American writer and publisher for The Boulevardier magazine in 1920’s Paris, Erskine Gwynne. The cocktail has an...
Negroni
The NEGRONI has a powerful taste that may not be for everyone, but has its devoted following. It’s part bitter (Campari), part sweet (vermouth) and part astringent (gin). It recently celebrated its 100-year anniversary. It’s believed to be named after...
Malibu Rum w/ Coconut Liqueur
MALIBU RUM (original) is a coconut-flavored liqueur with some rum in it. Although it’s less than the 80 proof — which disqualifies it from being classified as a rum — it’s made from sugarcane molasses, like all rum, and flavored...
Pink Peppercorn Botanical Gimlet
The PINK PEPPERCORN BOTANICAL GIMLET is a fancy name for a limey gin gimlet with some pink peppercorn accents. It’s surprisingly refreshing, tasty, and great for a summertime drink. The hardest part of the preparation is simply getting the pink...
Pineapple Margarita
The PINEAPPLE MARGARITA is one of the flavored margaritas that seems most natural. Many recipes are heavy on the pineapple juice, and as always, my preference is for a more level balance with the other ingredients. Who needs all the...
Pina Colada
The original PINA COLADA dates back more than half a century to San Juan, Puerto Rico and doesn’t require a blender or a lounge chair by a pool. It’s a tropical classic and still a summer hit, which requires light...
Ginger-infused vodka
Infused vodka is a treat, especially when in the mood for icy vodka straight up, in shots, or on the rocks. Ginger-infused vodka is a favorite for a spicy vodka alternative. Prepare it a few days in advance with a...
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