One of my favorite cocktails is the New York Sour because it combines two of my favorite things: Whiskey and wine. With the weather heating up, I decided to create a fun summer recipe that is a lighter version of the classic featuring tequila and rosé. While this version is […]
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This Sidecar Recipe Is Perfect For The Warmer Weather
I have been on a big spritz kick lately as the weather has finally hit summer temps and there is nothing more refreshing than a “porch pounder.” One of my favorite spirits is cognac because I love the fruity and floral notes. This Sidecar recipe allows me to combine my […]
Make Your Margarita Brighter With Bubbles. Here’s How
It’s always fun to get together with friends and sip margaritas especially when you introduce a new twist. I have been finding myself putting variations on cocktails that include my favorite things, and this version is no different. For this effervescent spin on a margarita, I take the standard recipe, […]
Cognac and Rye Whiskey Together? All Of The Yes
While cognac and rye whiskey come together deliciously to flavor up this boozy combo, the real star is the banana syrup. The delicious spice of the rye is mellowed out, yet still lingers at the end of every sip, reminding you it’s there. To balance out this cocktail a bit, […]
This Strawberry Margarita Is Sunshine On A Cloudy Day
I don’t remember my first margarita, but I definitely remember this one. A strawberry margarita is the best and I love mixing up this Sunshine In Strawberry Fields for almost every occasion. The combination of the effects from the egg white as well as adding the salt directly into the […]
Aperol And Irish Whiskey Combine For A Winning Cocktail Combination
Aperol is a great bottle to have in your home bar because you can make a classic spritz, but also use it in so many other applications. A while back I was introduced to the Paper Plane cocktail. It’s an equal part cocktail with layered flavor notes that come from […]
A Savory Touch Ups The Ante On This Champagne Martini
While many people are creating cocktails at home, there is something powerful about recreating that special cocktail you once enjoyed at a bar and putting a spin on it. I recently started drinking the Gibson cocktail on a regular basis, as I visited the Gibson bar in Singapore back in […]
This Margarita Proves The Cocktail Isn’t Just A Fair-Weather Drink
I love a good blood orange. They arrive in winter months just in time for the holidays. They are so delicious and a bright light in the dark cold months. I use them as much as I can in cocktails because you never know when they will disappear. One of […]
Drinking Your Dessert Just Got Easier With This Apple Pie-Inspired Cocktail
One thing I look forward to during the holiday season is festive twists on classic cocktails. One of my go-to cocktails is the classic Old Fashioned, but I really love changing it up with seasonal flavors. This riff on an Old Fashioned has whiskey, apple cider syrup and a couple […]
The Star Of This Cocktail Can Be Found On Your Thanksgiving Table
Thanksgiving leftovers are not just for meals the next day, you can also use them for cocktails. OK, let’s be realistic — I am not talking about mashed potato and gravy cocktails. But what I am talking about is leftover cranberry sauce. Cranberry sauce is sweet, tart and full of […]