The Story Behind The Mommy Grasshopper Retro cream-based cocktails can get a lot of flak in the modern bar world, but Ricky Ramirez is proving that the Grasshopper deserves a spot on every table once dinner’s been served. At The Mothership, Ramirez bolsters the traditionally three ingredient cocktail with an additional three spirits, resulting in a…
The Candy Cane Cocktail is a fabulous holiday dessert drink. Of course, you don’t have to save it for dessert – it’s just so deliciously sweet that you could. Pin Tasting Notes While the name might have you expecting a simple mint drink, there’s a lot more going on in this cocktail. This drink certainly…
The Story Behind The Turtledove While the classic Daiquiri is widely considered to be a zesty summer cocktail, a few modifications can transform it into a decadent holiday treat. Ben Hopkins, bartender at Brooklyn’s Pitt’s and Agi’s Counter, leans into the rum drink’s spicy side, amplifying the spirit’s natural flavors by adding a touch of…
The Story Behind The RumChata Mint Chocolate Alexander Peppermint bark is a classic holiday favorite, and here’s a delicious twist. White Créme de Cacao and a chocolate syrup rim amp up the indulgence factor. Creamy RumChata Peppermint Bark and homemade candy cane-infused New Amsterdam Vodka are the stars of the show for delivering that quintessential…
Mulled wine is a traditional winter alternative to fruit punch. It’s a little spicier, and a little more warming to cold bodies. While it involves a lot of ingredients and a little bit of cooking, it’s easy enough to make. The simmering brings out a lot of flavor from the other ingredients. Pin Like any…
The Story Behind The M+M (Monte + Mezcal) Stir up a glass of this herbal holiday cocktail featuring Amaro Montenegro and Mezcal Derrumbes Durango. Serve over ice in a festive rocks glass and add aromatic slices of lemon and an orange peel as garnish for an extra twinkle on the nose. This recipe is part…
The Story Behind The Nomadic Old Fashioned The classic Old Fashioned is arguably one of the best cocktails for cozying up by a fire on a chilly winter night. But this spicy riff from Meaghan Dorman, bar director of Dear Irving and Raines Law Room, turns the Old Fashioned’s cozy factor up to 11 with…
Sweet, ripe, red watermelon is the quintessential flavor of summer. From Watermelon Lemonade and Watermelon Margaritas, to summery snow cones and even Watermelon Shortcake, there are so many delicious summer treats you can whip up with my easy watermelon syrup. There’s more than one way to make a syrup from juicy fruits like melon. This…
A cocktail that’s made with batter? Be honest. This is what you’ve been looking for all your life. And the soothing warm Tom & Jerry cocktail is the answer. The Tom and Jerry cocktail is a classic winter drink that has stood the test of time. With its rich flavors and warm, comforting qualities, it…
The Story Behind The Nocturne There’s never a bad time to enjoy a Martini riff. But the holiday season makes for the perfect time to experiment with flavors like pine, chocolate, and smoke in your build. At the Louisville, Ky., cocktail bar Epiphany, bar lead SC Baker ensures no one has to choose which flavor…
