The Gimlet is an easy classic cocktail made with gin and lime juice. There are a lot of variations, so we’ll cover the traditional recipe with lime cordial and an equally simple modern take made with fresh lime juice and simple syrup. Find this recipe and many more in my newest book, The Essential Bar …
Classic Cocktails
The Clover Club is a classic gin cocktail that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. Made with a blend of gin, raspberry syrup, dry vermouth, lemon juice, and a rich egg white foam, the Clover Club is a fruity yet complex cocktail that just about everyone will love. You may also like the Corpse Reviver …
The Southside is a classic cocktail that has many interpretations. Made with gin, citrus juice, simple syrup, and fresh mint, it doesn’t sound particularly complicated, yet no one can seem to agree how it’s made! The history behind the cocktail In my pursuit of understanding the history of the Southside (or is it South Side?) …
This post is sponsored by Spirit Hub. Learn more about how Spirit Hub brings craft spirits from independent distilleries to your doorstep here. A Quill is a lesser-known Negroni riff that takes the classic cocktail to the next level with a rinse of absinthe! This is an easy way to experiment with a classic bittersweet cocktail, and …
The holidays are just around the corner, which means it’s time for festive cocktail + appetizer pairings! This delicious mini grilled cheese is savory and sweet, pairing perfectly with a classic bittersweet, bubbly Americano. If you’re looking for a no-fuss holiday appetizer, these gooey grilled cheeses with mustard and jam are the answer. Made with …
This classic rye cocktail with subtle cherry and absinthe is like the Manhattan’s sophisticated cousin (or maybe the Sazerac’s cool little sister?) If you enjoy spirit-forward whiskey cocktails, this is one to add to the top of your to do list! You may also like the classic Toronto, Vieux Carre, Sazerac, or Rye Manhattan. History …