This cocktail was created by Natalie Migliarini, owner of Beautiful Booze. Follow her on Instagram or order her book on Amazon. Three years ago, when I visited Australia, espresso martinis were all the rage. It was on that trip that I vowed to make espresso martinis on a regular basis at home. Fast […]
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Chai Tea Makes This Classic Cocktail Perfect For The Season
This cocktail was created by Natalie Migliarini, owner of Beautiful Booze. Follow her on Instagram or order her book on Amazon. One thing you can do to switch up classic cocktails is to change out the syrups you use. This can allow for a lot of creativity and can also help turn one […]
This Mezcal Margarita Recipe Is All Treat, No Tricks
This cocktail was created by Natalie Migliarini, owner of Beautiful Booze. Follow her on Instagram or order her book on Amazon. If you want to change up your margarita recipe, one way to do that is to substitute mezcal in for the traditional tequila. If you are unsure about mezcal, I would suggest […]
You’ve Got A Friend In This Rye Twist On A Negroni
This cocktail was created by Natalie Migliarini, owner of Beautiful Booze. Follow her on Instagram or order her book on Amazon. If you like a classic Negroni, do not sleep on the Old Pal. This drink is a twist on the classic and substitutes rye whiskey for the gin. Every Fall, I start […]
There’s A Drink For That: Bratwurst
During September and October, German food definitely is top of mind as Oktoberfest celebrations take place across the world. While almost everyone is all about pairing sauerbraten, oversized pretzels, schnitzel and other German delights with beer (especially as there are some great Oktoberfest choices available), there are also other beverages […]
Drinking Around The World: An Island Brews Cruise
Beers made in the tropics are not necessarily complex, but that’s not the point. Easy-drinking island brews are meant to be refreshing and thirst-quenching, with names and labels that are reminiscent of their swoon-worthy settings. That means when you return from your vacation you may find yourself craving a cold […]
It’s Not Fall Until You’ve Had This Apple Cider Cocktail
This cocktail was created by Natalie Migliarini, owner of Beautiful Booze. Follow her on Instagram or order her book on Amazon. Apple cider really brings the Fall spirit, especially in cocktails. I really love the spiciness and the overall flavor that it can add to a basic sour cocktail. In the past, I […]
There’s A Drink For That: Bánh Mì
Ask me what to drink with my lo mein or pad Thai and I will give you my favorite complement — a good dry/off-dry Riesling. The fruity flavor notes in the Riesling help to taper extra spice, while bringing additional brightness to my palate. But, the Vietnamese sandwich, Bánh Mì, […]
A Seasonal Spritz To ‘Fall’ In Love With
This cocktail was created by Natalie Migliarini, owner of Beautiful Booze. Follow her on Instagram or order her book on Amazon. Not ready to give up the summer spritz yet? Perfect, because a spritz can be sipped all year long. To ease into Fall, I created a fun and tasty spritz that has […]
This Customizable Cocktail Has An Interesting Secret Ingredient
This cocktail was created by Natalie Migliarini, owner of Beautiful Booze. Follow her on Instagram or order her book on Amazon. One of the best ways to start making cocktails at home is utilizing ingredients you already have on hand. Jam is one of those household staples that is so much more versatile […]