Jasmine
The JASMINE comes from the family of Campari cocktails, though it has less of the Italian red bitter flavor as a Negroni. Gin and lemon juice dominate the mix, while orange liqueur and Campari assume supporting roles and round out...
Aperol/Campari/Cynar / Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Gin
by Keet · Published February 18, 2025
The JASMINE comes from the family of Campari cocktails, though it has less of the Italian red bitter flavor as a Negroni. Gin and lemon juice dominate the mix, while orange liqueur and Campari assume supporting roles and round out...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Grapefruit Juice / Vermouth (sweet & dry) / Vodka
by Keet · Published July 16, 2024
In a BANKER’S LUNCH, the neutral quality of vodka allows a couple of our favorite breakfast flavors — grapefruit & orange — to combine with dry vermouth in a spirited old-fashioned-style cocktail. Its mix proves the versatility of grapefruit juice...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Rum
by Keet · Published June 25, 2024 · Last modified June 24, 2024
The ACAPULCO is a refreshing light rum-based drink. It’s a cocktail offspring of the Daiquiri and Margarita (less the tequila). It can be mixed with fresh lime juice or with Rose’s bottled lime juice. If you can’t go to a...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Fizzy Friday / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published May 25, 2024 · Last modified May 24, 2024
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...
Bitters / Cognac / Brandy / Curacao / Daily Mix / Scotch / Throwback Thursday
by Keet · Published October 3, 2023 · Last modified October 2, 2023
The SCOTCH COBBLER gets high marks for its taste, strength and simplicity. Scotch whisky combines with dashes of orange curacao, brandy and simple syrup directly into the drinking glass. A quick stir and you’re ready for an elevated Scotch experience...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Grapefruit Juice / Liqueurs & mixers / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published July 18, 2023 · Last modified July 29, 2024
The GRAPEFRUIT MARGARITA (“Ruby Rita“) is a grapefruit embellishment of the margarita experience. It’s got the tequila and orange liqueur of the standard margarita, but adds fresh grapefruit juice for a refreshing twist. Lime juice is optional. The preferred tequila...
The MARGARITA BARTACO is a standard margarita made to precise citrusy smoothness at the restaurant bartaco. Bartaco is a chain of about 19 Mexican restaurants with a very active bar. It usually uses specific liquor in its margarita: Libelula tequila...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Fizzy Friday / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published May 4, 2023 · Last modified May 23, 2024
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 Cinco de Mayo or to refresh on...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Seasonal Sunday / Whiskey (blended)
by Keet · Published March 17, 2023 · Last modified March 16, 2023
IRISH SIDECAR: Instead of mixing your Sidecar cocktail with cognac or brandy, celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day or any day by substituting with Irish Whiskey. Irish whiskey is noted for being light and smooth because it’s often triple distilled and is...
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