I have confession to make: campari makes me gag. As a result, I can’t enjoy the Boulevardier, a classic bourbon cocktail and cousin of the Negroni (gin, campari, and sweet … Continue reading The Boulevard (video recipe)
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A Sidecar with a Twist
The Sidecar is a classic sweet citrus cocktail with only three ingredients: cognac, cointreau, and lemon juice. In this variant, I’ve added an apple component and spices to make this … Continue reading A Sidecar with a Twist
How to Make the Chocolate Orange
Sometimes a great drink starts with discovering a new ingredient. That was the case with Cointreau Noir and the Chocolate Orange. In this video, we also discuss what makes a real maraschino … Continue reading How to Make the Chocolate Orange
St. Basil’s Refutation
It all started at a Kentucky Derby party. Through a fluke, some basil leaves had gotten mixed in with the mint, but rather than get upset, the gifted bartender there … Continue reading St. Basil’s Refutation
The Jägerita: Yes, It Works
“No way. I haven’t touched that stuff since college.” “Seriously? You put that in a cocktail? That? Really?” “Dude, we’re not 22 anymore. Don’t even start with the Jäger.” It seems like every time … Continue reading The Jägerita: Yes, It Works
Cointreau Noir and the Chocolate Orange
Cointreau has been my go-to triple sec for quite a while. This French liqueur goes in my margaritas, daiquiris, boulevards, and more other cocktails than I can count. Utilizing sweet … Continue reading Cointreau Noir and the Chocolate Orange
The Infinitely Modifiable Margarita
It seems like everyone has their own margarita recipe. I’ve heard of people using everything from orange juice to ice cream. I’ve seen variations with every kind of fruit, different … Continue reading The Infinitely Modifiable Margarita