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Classic Cocktails – The Martini & The Manhattan

You don’t have to have a full bar in your house to make the classic cocktails – The Martini and The Manhattan. Learn the basics of these cocktails and you will be on your way to hosting the perfect cocktail party. Remembering cocktail recipes is easy if you think in ratios instead of ounces and […]
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When to Shake or Stir a Cocktail – Basic Bar Skills

When to Shake or Stir a cocktail is one of the burning questions for home bartenders and one of much debate, especially when talking about the famous martini. Generally stirred cocktails will be cold with little dilution, where as shaken cocktails will be extra cold, aerated and foamy. The general rule for shaking: When the […]

The Revolver Cocktail – Where Whiskey, Coffee and Orange Come Together

The Revolver Cocktail opens us to the world of mixology, where creativity meets craftsmanship. With its striking appearance and tantalizing blend of spirits, the revolver cocktail is sure to ignite your senses and leave you craving more. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 2 ounces (60ml) Bulleit Rye 1/2 ounce (15ml) Coffee Liqueur 3 dashes of Orange […]

Tom Collins and John Collins

Bright and refreshing, the Collins family of drinks, Tom Collins and John Collins are a sour cocktail using an alcohol spirit, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a ratio of 3-2-1. Topped with sparking club soda or seltzer and garnished with fresh fruits, you can make a variety of Collins drinks. Use Gin for a […]

Dessert Cocktails and Chocolate – The Brandy Alexander and Grasshopper

Cocktails and chocolate desserts are on my mind today. So how about we combine the two and make chocolate cocktails? My favorite Dessert Cocktails and Chocolate are the Brandy Alexander and the Grasshopper. The Brandy Alexander is chocolatey, sweet, creamy and smooth. Because the alcohol taste is so light, you might think of it as […]
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Tokyo Sunset – My Adult Version of a Disney Cocktail You can Make at Home

The flavors of coconut, banana, peaches and pineapple all come together to make the Tokyo Sunset. Inspired by a cocktail made famous at the Japanese Pavilion at Walt Disney World, my version is a bit more adult and more coconut forward. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 1 1/2 ounce (45 ml) Coconut Rum 1 ounce (30 […]

How to make the Buzzed Bunny Carrot Martini | A Light Vodka Cocktail

Step into a world of crisp and refreshing flavors with our latest creation – the Carrot Martini. Savor the smooth blend of premium vodka, fresh carrot juice, and a hint of citrus, as each sip transports you to a garden oasis. Get ready to be pleasantly surprised by this innovative twist on a classic cocktail. […]

The Perfect Cosmopolitan Cocktail

Although it was only invented in 1985, the Cosmopolitan Cocktail is definitely a modern classic. It is lipsmackingly sweet and sour, made from a blend of vodka, cranberry, orange liqueur and lime in a ice cold martini glass. There are hundreds of variations on the Cosmo – some use more or less cranberry juice, some swap triple […]

How to make a Whiskey Sour – Hint:Use an Egg

The Whiskey Sour is not a fancy drink, but that is part of it’s charm. The sour ingredients are as simple as they come – a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, sugar in the form of simple syrup, plenty of whiskey and to give the drink a velvety texture, egg white. The egg white adds […]

Lemon Drop Martini

When I was younger, the Lemon Drop was a popular shot for college kids. But we’ve all grown up, and so has the Lemon Drop. Allow me to introduce you to the Lemon Drop Martini -a refreshingly tart, not cloyingly sweet cocktail. The key is to balance sour and sweet with fresh lemon juice along […]

Negroni Sbagliato – The Negroni Mistake

Cocktail folklore has it that this drink, the Negroni Sbagliato, is a mistake or messed up (aka sbagliato) take on the classic Negroni. The original Negroni is equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari – a bitter drink that is consumed very slowly. It is said that the bartender created the Negroni Sbagliato by accidentally […]

Sip in Style – Making the French 75 & French 125 Champagne Cocktails

Raise a glass to the art of mixology with the French 75 & French 125 champagne cocktails. Get ready to discover their rich history and learn the secret to crafting the perfect drink. Join us now for an unforgettable cocktail experience! === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === French 75: 1 1/2 ounces (45 ml) Gin 3/4 ounce […]