Highlander
The HIGHLANDER is a flavorful whisky cocktail similar to the Rob Roy, with many variations. My preferred recipe is adapted from the Campbell bar in NYC. It’s the easiest to make, transitioning a Rob Roy from cherry overtones to orange....
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Pumpkin Bourbon Old-Fashioned
Bourbon and maple syrup pair well in many cocktail recipes. So it’s not a far stretch to create a seasonal bourbon and pumpkin-flavored cocktail. This one is simply called a PUMPKIN BOURBON OLD-FASHIONED (or Pumpkin Old-Fashioned). It features bourbon complemented...
Applejack No. 1 & 2
Applejack evolved from American apple brandy in the 1600s [See History]. It’s as American as apple pie and is often underrated as a cocktail mixer. Many mixologists and bartenders agree that Applejack is a superior mixer compared to so-called prestigious...
Woodstock
If you have a good bottle of gin, orange bitters, a fresh lemon and maple syrup, the WOODSTOCK cocktail is a delicious sweet & sour option. The ingredients blend so naturally that it’s hard to identify any one part of...
Bronx cocktail
The BRONX COCKTAIL was invented by a Waldorf Astoria barman after visiting and being inspired by the opening of the Bronx Zoo in 1899, giving the Bronx its own cocktail. It’s a classic gin martini enhanced with a trio of...
Rum Old-Fashioned
To the traditionalist, the Old-Fashioned is the classic whiskey-based drink dating back more than a century. But its recipe is also a template that allows personalization and some opportunities. The RUM OLD-FASHIONED is one such drink and should appeal to...
Jean Harlow
The JEAN HARLOW is a quickly prepared rum cocktail that at its most basic, requires just two ingredients — white rum and sweet vermouth. One might think that dark, aged rum would mix better with vermouth. But surprisingly, white rum...
Emerald
It’s an Irish-whiskey Manhattan — the EMERALD. But it more closely resembles the Scottish Highlander in that it infuses the orange flavors from orange bitters and orange peel into an Irish whiskey instead of maraschino cherry into bourbon or rye....
T & Tonic
Here’s a cocktail that isn’t, but could be. The T & TONIC* is a delicious non-alcohol option that incorporates enough citrus flavors measured against chilled black tea that when topped with tonic water makes for a special drink. Smooth, well-balanced...
Curacao Rum Runner
The name says it all: Curacao Rum Runner. It’s a two-part simple mix of aged rum and dry curacao. Only orange bitters are added to give it a final touch. This mix is a great way to enjoy a good...
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