The Bee's Knees is an iconic, Prohibition-era gin cocktail. The timeless mix of gin, lemon, and honey is light, refreshing, and just as beloved today as it was 100 years ago. It is often assumed that the Bee's Knees was created to help make the illegal, not-so-pleasant-tasting gins of the time more palatable. However, it's …
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The Negroni is a classic Italian cocktail made with gin, sweet vermouth, and the bitter liqueur Campari. Although it's a simple, three ingredient cocktail, it's actually a pretty easy drink to mess up.
From ultra dry to dirty, the iconic martini can take many forms. James Bond had his Vesper, and then there’s the extra savory Gibson, garnished with a cocktail onion. But today I’m diving into some uncharted territory with this Birch Martini!
Lavender's clean, floral aroma is the perfect way to add a touch of spring or summer to your cocktail. Although it's usually paired with gin, it can also work surprisingly well with just about every other type of liquor!
The Floradora is a classic gin cocktail made with raspberry syrup, lime juice, and ginger ale. It's fruity, refreshing, and a very pretty pink, too! I’m not sure why the Floradora isn’t a better known gin cocktail because it’s delicious, easy on the eyes, and made with readily available ingredients.
This bright and citrusy gin cocktail is the perfect way to add a little liquid sunshine to these frigid February days! With citrus season in full swing, deep winter is a great time to enjoy the sweet and sour flavors of mandarin oranges.