This tall, citrusy sipper is a lighter, blue-r version of the infamous Long Island Iced Tea. Lemon-lime soda takes the place of cola, and blue curaçao adds a pop of summery color. No, the AMF isn’t a refined cocktail. It isn’t fancy, or complicated. It’s …READ MORE
The Vesper is a martini riff made with gin, vodka, and an aromatized wine. This now-classic cocktail is unique because it was invented not by a bartender, but by author Ian Fleming in his James Bond novel Casino Royale. The Vesper is not for the …READ MORE
The Salty Dog is a classic cocktail made with gin, grapefruit juice, and a salted rim. This refreshing cocktail is perfect for a hot summer afternoon when you’re looking for something quick and easy. Disclosure: This post may contain Amazon affiliate links. This means that …READ MORE
The White Russian is a decadent dessert drink made with three simple ingredients: vodka, coffee liqueur, and heavy cream. The history of the cocktail The White Russian was first mixed some time during the 1950s, but its popularity skyrocketed in the 1990s after the movie …READ MORE
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 …READ MORE
The Spa Day is a simple vodka sour I created with fresh lemon and cool mint. This easygoing cocktail is light and uplifting any time, but it’s especially good on a day off or following a massage or dip in a hot tub.