Over the past few years, we have made many drinks with many ingredients. I am sure you thought for many of the ingredients you would never use them again except for that one drink. This month, being October and the
September 2025 – Moscow Mule
When you want a cocktail that has a little bite then a Moscow Mule is a great selection. This drink is traditionally made with Vodka, lime juice and Ginger beer, but given the variations of sugar content and flavor profiles
August 2025 – Classic Mai Tai (Trader Vic’s)
As we exit summer, I wanted to share with you one of my favorite classic tiki drinks, the Trader Vic’s Mai Tai. This drink has stood the test of time since the 1940’s and (in my opinion) is one of
July 2025 – Honey Deuce
A fun drink for August, especially for tennis fans watching the U.S. Open Tennis tournament, is the Honey Deuce. The official drink of the tournament and a quick and easy refreshing drink for the summer. A riff on a raspberry
June 2025 – The Bees Knees
You may recall back in March I introduced the Gold Rush cocktail made with a simple syrup (made from honey and lemon peels), some lemon juice and Bourbon. This month we are adding the Bees Knees which is the exact
May 2025 – Classic Mojito
The Classic Mojito (as well as Blueberry Mojito shared previously) is a wonderful cocktail during the heat of summer when something refreshing and cold is needed to hit the spot. The classic mojito is made with white rum, simple syrup,
April 2025 – Mint Julep
The Kentucky Derby is less than a month away and while many people have never had a Mint Julep cocktail maybe now is the time to learn how to make the drink so you can enjoy the race with the
March 2025 – Gold Rush
Every now and then you look for a cocktail beyond the Old Fashioned, Negroni or Manhattan. You want something simple yet different and something with a nice smooth feel and taste. Look no further than the Gold Rush. A simple
February 2025 – Hemingway Daiquiri
Last month we made the classic Daiquiri, a great simple drink made with Rum, lime juice and simple syrup. I would be remiss if I did not follow-up with the Hemingway Daiquiri which was born when in Cuba, Ernest Hemingway
January 2025 – Daiquiri
This month’s drink is a classic that does not get its proper recognition. As with many classics the Daiquiri has stood the test of time and is not only timeless but, as with many of the classics, simple to make
