We know whiskey purists may cry foul, but we're confident two things will change those minds. One, we're not asking you to mix your prized bourbons with soda; more mainstream, affordable whiskeys are the way to go here. Two, this combo is just plain tasty, essentially a shortcut to capturing some of the whiskey/lemon/sweetness flavor notes of iconic cocktails like the whiskey sour.
At Madeira Park in Atlanta, bar manager Philip Weltner's list of cocktails is built on the classics: a Negroni, a Manhattan, a Tuxedo. The through line is that almost every drink on the menu showcases fortified wine. Among this group is a lesser-known cocktail from the late 19th century called the Metropolitan . The earliest known reference to the Metropolitan is from O.H. Byron's Modern Bartenders' Guide , which was published in New York in 1884
A whiskey sour is one of Jack's favorite cocktails to order when we go out to dinner. Made with bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and optional egg white, it's brighter than most whiskey drinks, which Jack thinks makes it the perfect start to a good meal. It also means that though I'm not usually a whiskey drinker, I do enjoy a whiskey sour. I love its sweet/tart flavor, rich texture, and foamy top.
Bourbon or rye, a hit of sugar, a dash of bitters, lots of ice, some patient stirring and that final squeeze of an orange peel - there's something truly special about an old-fashioned Old Fashioned. Having said that, there are times when you're feeling a bit fancy and want to serve your favorite cocktail up with a bit of a twist.
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That's why we're sharing this White Chocolate Lemon Martini, a refreshing twist on the traditional fall drink trend. This easy-to-make cocktail blends the creamy sweetness of Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur with the bright, citrusy kick of limoncello and a splash of fresh lemon juice. The result? A perfectly balanced drink that's smooth, sweet, and slightly tart all at once. It's the perfect indulgence when you want a dessert cocktail that feels light and luxurious.
"People love the show of it," says Madrusan. "The biggest question [they ask] is, 'Which one do I have first?'" For the best experience, shoot the yolk, then follow with a generous sip of the fizz. The first burst of the yolk is creamy, tangy and delightfully unexpected, giving way to the taut, juniper-driven intensity of London dry gin and the bright lift of lemon and soda. It delivers a full-sensory jolt.
Hearing the phrase "blue curaçao" elicits memories of a certain time or maybe even a specific drink. You're probably thinking of the Blue Hawaii, created by bartender Harry Yee in 1957 at the (now Hilton) Hawaiian Village. It was a recipe created for a bartending competition sponsored by the Dutch company Lucas Bols. The ingredient also appeared heavily in the colorful drinks of the 1980s (we see you, Chili's Radical Rita) and layered shooters of the '90s.
The Baltimore Bang cocktail combines bourbon, apricot brandy, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup. To assemble, the ingredients all get a wet shake and strained into an ice-filled old fashioned glass (bonus points if you make your own simple syrup). Garnish with a skewered Luxardo cherry and orange wheel. You could also serve this sophisticated bad boy in a chilled martini glass.
Hosting a cocktail party can be challenging, though. It's up to the host to make sure that everyone's comfortable and having a good time, and it's easy to get wrapped up in the idea that things need to be perfect. They don't. We reached out to a number of entertainment and beverage experts for tips on how to make hosting a cocktail party easier, and they all emphasized keeping things simple and focusing on the guests rather than aiming for perfection.
You can revamp your Italian Aperol spritz with a nod to the Mexican paloma cocktail - just add the simple yet tangy ingredients you need for a paloma itself: a touch of grapefruit juice, a bottle of your preferred brand of tequila, some lemon or lime, and a can of club soda. In this scenario, the Aperol - a bittersweet orange aperitif - balances the rest of the ingredients, adding a hint of Italy to the Mexican classic.
We're finally in the time of year when the temperatures are cooling, which means we're wearing our bulkiest sweaters, drinking hot beverages instead of iced, and trying to find other ways to get festive for the upcoming holidays. Well, we have a fun idea for you: Try incorporating the new Little Debbie's Christmas Tree Cake coffee creamer into your next cocktail.
Hello, fellow bartenders, home mixologists, and spirit connoisseurs. Let's get a little technical with a quick educational moment. Today, we're talking spirits. Most bartenders would say there are six main ones, and everything else is a variation: vodka, rum, whiskey, tequila, brandy, and gin. Classic cocktails typically feature one of these or a spin on them, making this lineup the perfect starting point for anyone building a home bar.
David Burtka has spent much of his life entertaining, onstage, on-screen, in the kitchen, and in person. Because to know David is to love him as he engulfs you in his effusive effervescence. But his latest project, a new book written with his husband, Neil Patrick Harris, isn't just about entertaining others. It's about making sure everyone at the party feels seen.
Emporium Arcade Bar San Francisco, the dynamic venue known for its classic arcade games, colorful, fun-loving atmosphere, and renowned drink menu, now offers 8 free game tokens for anyone in "the industry" - so we're assuming barstaff, restaurant staff, nightlife staff. Monday Nights are for the Industry! Every Monday night come join us for some drink specials and if you are part of our industry you get 8 tokens!Featuring Console Encounters! Get to play some retro games on our 50′ HD screen!
Looking for a cocktail that's as beautiful as it is delicious? Enter the White Chocolate Matcha Martinia creamy, indulgent drink with a sophisticated edge. It's sweet, smooth, and just a little earthy thanks to the matcha. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or just want to treat yourself, this cocktail is guaranteed to impress. What makes this martini so unique is the balance of flavors.
More than 70 bars and restaurants will feature sotol-based creations throughout the week, from refreshing highballs to smoky stirred sippers. Expect to see Casa Lotos Sotol featured across the city at some of NYC's most notable drinking destinations like , Superbueno Wall Street Hotel Cosme, Toloache and El Fish. Each will riff on the spirit's versatility, from bracingly vegetal martinis to smoky-sweet riffs on classic margs.
The buildup to the craft cocktail revival had been brewing in the decades prior, thanks to bartenders like Dick Bradsell at Fred's Club in London and Dale DeGroff at the Rainbow Room in New York City. But it was that pivotal New Year's Eve in Petraske's tiny Lower East Side speakeasy when the craft cocktail party officially kicked off. Milk & Honey would go on to give us countless modern classics (Gold Rush, Penicillin), and help ignite contemporary cocktail culture as we know it.
But does bottle service have to be so bad? At Nubeluz, chef Jose Andres's sky-high cocktail bar in The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, the bottle service isn't boisterous or brash. Guests are presented with a curated list of vodkas, gins, whiskeys, rums, agave spirits, brandies and spirit-free bottles. Pick a bottle, list off your drink preferences and the bar team will create custom cocktails for you.
The pop-up, which turns places into spooky hangouts with immersive Halloween themed decorations and drinks, is coming to the Melrose Umbrella Club in Beverly Grove, at 7465 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, and the Corner Door, at 12477 Washington Blvd., in Culver City Oct. 1-Nov. 2 and to and The Ordinarie, at 210 The Promenade N. in Long Beach Oct 3-Nov 2.
For decades, cocktail connoisseurs have taken aim at James Bond's most famous order, their objections falling into two camps. First, shaking a martini is seen as a rookie mistake: it clouds the spirit, bruises the botanicals, and leaves you with a drink light on flavor and heavy on regret. Second, why reach for neutral vodka when a martini, being so spirit-forward, was made for the juniper bite of gin? Clearly, they insist, 007 had no idea what he was doing.
We don't know about you, but nothing warms us up on a cold winter's night more than a boozy cocktail. Of course, the obvious spirits usually take the spotlight when cooler months roll around - whiskey, scotch, dark berry liqueurs, and rum among them. Tequila, on the other hand, is often mistaken for a warm-weather-only spirit. Perhaps it's the obvious association tequila has with margaritas, enjoyed while sun-drenched and sitting poolside.
Conley's drink, which he describes as a "soft sour," actually skips the basil. To make it, he infuses black tea into the gin, calls on a Champagne-based syrup and-in lieu of the herb-adds a "pinch" of arugula leaves to the tin that injects a dose of peppery, vegetal flavor to the cocktail. Across the country, other bars make use of the leafy greens, too.
There's something about sweet cinnamon and cloves with the subtle spicy finish of rum or bourbon that's absolutely soul-warming. I love how the booze melds seamlessly into the hot cider, making a smooth sip and a cozy finish. It has just the right balance of spices and alcohol-and it makes your kitchen smell like a fall candle (a nice bonus!).
Here at A Couple Cooks, Alex and I believe making cocktail recipes at home should be simple. It might seem intimidating at first (and it was, for me!). But after a decade of research and even earning a mixology certificate, I've found that making a great cocktail at home is 100% accessible. Together Alex and I have created a library of over 300 easy cocktail recipes that we're always adding to.
What makes this drink really stand out is the fact that it's garnished with - what else? - a steak strip. Even if you're not up for a trip to a high-end steakhouse, you can still experience this cocktail at home thanks to developer Julianne De Witt's copycat recipe. As De Witt says of her take on Morton's signature cocktail, "This is a fun, bold, bittersweet cocktail that would be perfect for serving at a dinner party or small get together."
