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.
Valentine's Day
If you enjoy a spirit-forward Old Fashioned, and you also enjoy the classic flavors of Valentine’s Day, give this Chocolate Cherry Cognac Old Fashioned a go! Unlike the average Valentine’s cocktail, this silky smooth, elegant sip is full of flavor without being overly sweet.
This gorgeous white Cosmopolitan is perfect for winter! Although it looks very different from the beloved pink (or red) vodka and cranberry cocktail, this spin on the classic tastes remarkably similar.
The Brandy Alexander is a creamy classic dessert cocktail that blends brandy (or cognac) with crème de cacao, cream, and a garnish of freshly grated nutmeg. If you love chocolate or creamy drinks, the Brandy Alexander is for you! Like most cocktails, it’s origins are a bit hazy. There are a number of conflicting stories …
Tequila, raspberries, passionfruit, and vanilla come together in this vibrant, vermillion cocktail. If you enjoy margaritas and exotic flavors, give this tequila sour a try! I originally created this as a Valentine’s Day recipe, but it’s delicious enough to want to shake up any time of year. I love passion fruit for its intensely tart …
You can’t go wrong with quality white rum, fresh muddled strawberries, and lime juice. Add some vanilla syrup, and you have one romantic daiquiri for Valentine’s Day! The daiquiri is a brilliant classic cocktail originating in Cuba and named for the town it was invented in. Although neon-colored, sugary, frozen versions are unfortunately what many …