I’ve been assembling a guide to cocktail syrups over the last couple of weeks, and it’s been really fun to look back over hundreds of my old recipes to choose a few to feature. One that I knew I had to showcase under honey syrup is this Saffron Honey Rum Old Fashioned. I created this …
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Tommy’s Margarita is one of the most popular margarita variations being shaken across the world today. Substituting agave syrup for triple sec, Tommy’s Margarita is crisp and agave-forward, emphasizing the flavor of the tequila. Who’s Tommy? And what about Julio? This simple blend of tequila, lime juice, and agave syrup was invented by Julio Bermejo …
The Mint Julep is a classic bourbon cocktail that was invented in the American south sometime in the 1700s. Early Mint Juleps were prescribed as medicine for stomach ailments, no doubt due to the dose of refreshing, stomach-settling mint. However, I don’t know how helpful the bourbon was for curing anything other than boredom. In …
The Daiquiri is a classic cocktail combining white rum, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup. This simple trio of ingredients creates one of the most delicious classic drinks, and it’s also easy enough for anyone to make and enjoy at home!
Blood oranges are in season and I’m making the most of them this year with this special Blood Orange Whiskey Sour. The beautifully sweet and tangy flavor of moro blood oranges really shine when paired with bourbon whiskey, and I’ve taken it to a whole new level with a Cherry Blossom Honey syrup. Want more …
Blood oranges are one of the (few) things that make me excited for winter time. Their gorgeous color and sweet, almost raspberry-like flavor sets them apart from other citrus fruits and brightens up these dreary February days. I created this Blood Orange & Turmeric Collins cocktail recipe for Malfy Gin in 2018, and it’s a …