Planter’s Punch
The PLANTER’S PUNCH is the purest and simplest of the rum punches. It’s also likely the strongest, with 3 oz. of dark rum in each serving. Though it doesn’t use pineapple or orange juice in the mix as in the...
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Cape Codder
The CAPE CODDER is a stripped-down version of a Cosmopolitan. It’s merely vodka and cranberry juice with a squeeze of lime. The simplicity of it makes it a popular choice for those without orange liqueur or enough time to measure...
Siesta
The SIESTA is a Campari and tequila mix that presents a sweet citrusy tartness more likely to refresh than put you to sleep. The name is more likely given as a nod to Mexico and tequila. The standout flavors are...
Irish Maid
The IRISH MAID is a botanical Irish whiskey cocktail with the coolness of cucumber to make it perfect for summer. Instead of muddling lemon in a shaker prior to the mix (as in a Whiskey Smash), cucumber is muddled and...
New York Minute
The NEW YORK MINUTE has several cocktail renditions, my favorite being the recipe published by Difford’s Guide. The drink might have earned its name because it tastes like a Manhattan, a tequila version. It’s fast to prepare because it requires...
Lagerita
For some reason, beer & margarita go together well, side by side. So, it’s no surprise that the LAGERITA combines both into one single drink. It’s delicious and refreshing, and perfect to celebrate during the Memorial Day weekend or to...
Bensonhurst
If you’re in the mood for a Manhattan, but would like a tasty variation, the BENSONHURST is a must. Replace the sweet vermouth of a Manhattan with dry vermouth. Then add splashes of maraschino liqueur and the Italian aperitif, Cynar,...
Tequila Matador
Cafe Royal’s TEQUILA MATADOR is the original recipe combining equal parts tequila, dry vermouth and orange curacao. It’s more like a martini-style Tequini than a tropical pineapple version published in Trader Vic’s Bartender’s Guide, 1972. This “perfect” version is spirit-weighted...
Brave Bull
The tequila version of a Black Russian is the BRAVE BULL. Silver blanco tequila and coffee liqueur (Kahlua preferred) compliment each other as if it was always meant to be. With only two ingredients and no bar tools necessary, this...
Rosita
The ROSITA is an excellent tequila departure from the margarita via Campari. It re-balances the Italian bitter Campari away from other mixes — like the Negroni and Boulevardier — by using equal parts sweet and dry vermouth and adding Angostura...
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