Got a great bottle of bourbon whiskey? Bourbon works in any season. While it's most often thought of in winter and fall with its cozy notes of vanilla and oak, there bubbly, refreshing summer bourbon cocktails, too! I've have made hundreds of whiskey cocktails, and I've found I most often turn to bourbon in classic cocktails because of its smooth and sweet flavor.
On cold nights, nothing hits the spot like a classic hot toddy. This warm cocktail doubles as a soothing tonic; perfect when you're dealing with a sore throat, the sniffles, or just need something comforting in your hands. Better yet, this hot toddy recipe comes together in minutes: dissolve honey in steaming water, add a splash of your favorite whiskey, and brighten it with fresh lemon juice. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and sip your way back to cozy.
Give me the chance to convince you: this is the Amaretto Sour recipe you need. Are you like me, burned from those syrupy amaretto sours made with sweet and sour mix? Made correctly, I've found that this drink can be perfectly balanced and a total crowd pleaser. My recipe comes out tangy and sweet tart, with a hint of almond that's balanced by the secret ingredient: bourbon. I didn't think I liked amaretto sours: until I tasted this one!
Caballero has rechristened the bar Pomalo, which isn't so much a Croatian word as it is the Dalmatian Coast's answer to "Hakuna Matata." It's a somewhat ineffable local philosophy that invites people to slow down, enjoy the scenery - and who wants a drink? The kitchen is headed by Zula alum Caleb Rose, and the new menu is a mix of bar staples like grilled cheese sandwiches and fries, along with a truly elephantine pork schnitzel and New Orleans touches like crawfish etouffee and a Cajun burger.
This Grasshopper drink recipe turns mint and chocolate liqueurs into a creamy dessert cocktail that's a total crowd pleaser! Here are my expert tips for making this mint green after-dinner drink. As a forever lover of mint chocolate chip ice cream, it's no surprise that I'm drawn to the Grasshopper drink! This pale green classic cocktail dates back to 1918, but it's still popular today.
As a forever mint lover, here's one of my favorite winter cocktails: the Peppermint Martini! I love making signature drinks for the holidays, and this one is the definition of festive. Who wouldn't want a drink that tastes like liquid candy canes? It's creamy and minty fresh, an intriguing combination of peppermint schnapps and chocolate liqueur. It's the perfect fun Christmas cocktail to serve with a spread of appetizers or a cookie tray!
This makes a delicious base to which you can add soda, juice, tonic or any other mixer for a thirst-quenching and delicious alternative to an alcoholic drink in the evening. Prep 15 min Infuse 1 week+ Makes 500ml bottle For the fire cider 2 jalapenos, finely sliced seeds and all 1 large thumb of ginger, peeled and finely sliced 2 branches fresh rosemary 1 cinnamon stick 3 heaped tbsp honey 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 thumb turmeric, peeled and finely sliced (optional) 350ml apple cider vinegar
There are times when drinking cheap booze is an unfortunate reality. Perhaps you don't have a high budget right now, or maybe you're at a party and are stuck with what's on offer. Whatever the reason you need to make low-quality alcohol taste better, I'm here to help. I have experience with all the methods and tips I discuss here.
Campari is an Italian bitter aperitif with adoring fans all over the world. The first time I had a sip of this bright red liqueur, I could see why it's inspired classic cocktails like the Negroni and Americano. It's herbaceous and fruity, with notes of cherry and orange peel, and that signature bitter finish. Over the years I've made dozens of Campari cocktails, and the list below are the most popular that always go over well with a crowd!
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When making an Irish coffee, the whipped cream often gets added as an afterthought, with many people choosing canned whipped cream over fresh. However, to make the perfect Irish coffee, all of the ingredients for this flavorful cold-weather cocktail should be high-quality. Tasting Table spoke with Molly Horn, the Chief Mixologist and Spirits Educator at Total Wine & More, to get some expert tips on crafting this perfect holiday drink.
The holidays are here, which means your social calendar is probably filling up with seasonal parties and dinners. It can be an overwhelming time, but what shouldn't feel hectic is choosing the perfect host gift, especially if the host likes to imbibe. If you want to bring a bottle to your next gathering, these 10 are some of my favorite to gift. You can't go wrong with any of them, and there's something for everyone on this list.
Every holiday needs a festive drink, and even better yet when it's a fun riff off of a classic. The Moscow Mule, which is typically made with vodka, lime, and ginger beer, gets a holiday-themed makeover with tart cranberry, botanical gin, and a touch of spiced bitters. Still the same crisp and effervescent cocktail you know and love, the drink is topped with fizzy ginger beer for a taste that is bold, sweet, and herbal all at once.
Get into the holiday spirit with an evening of creativity, crafting, and tasty drinks! Join us for Crafts & Cocktails, where you'll create unique, handmade gifts perfect for the season. Enjoy a festive evening crafting with friends, sipping your favorite holiday beverages, and leaving with gifts made by you, from the heart and by hand! Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
The orange crush cocktail is more than just associated with Maryland - the bright orange citrus drink was actually declared the state's official cocktail on June 1, 2025, by Maryland governor Wes Moore. Bars in the area are serious about making them right, that is, with freshly squeezed orange juice. Look for bags of fresh oranges and juicers in an establishment before ordering, and make sure it will be the real deal.
Cranberry margarita, anyone?! This 4-ingredient cocktail is a holiday twist on my classic margarita recipe. I keep the tequila, orange liqueur, and lime, but I replace the simple syrup with cranberry juice. It's sweet and tart, fruity and refreshing, and a gorgeous ruby red. Garnished with fresh cranberries and a rosemary sprig, it's so darn fun and festive! I developed this recipe with Thanksgiving in mind-we're celebrating in Austin this year, so serving margaritas just felt right.
The toreador made its debut in 1937, in Billy Tarling's Café Royal Bar Book - a full 16 years before the margarita first appeared in print (it appears alongside a very margarita-like recipe, though, called a picador - so the debate around the margarita's origin continues.) The bartender who brought the toreador to my attention was agave expert Deano Moncrieffe, owner of London's popular Hacha tequila bars and creator of the viral crystal-clear Mirror Margarita.
If you're a cereal lover like I am, you'll need to try this 2-ingredient Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot! There's something about the combination that just works, even if it shouldn't. It's creamy, sweet, and full of spicy cinnamon flavor. As an expert in classic cocktail recipes, this isn't my normal drink vibe: but hey, I had a bottle of Fireball and and got curious!
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Tart and cloyingly sweet, the martini is made with sour apple schnapps and vodka - meaning the drink also has an alarmingly green color that makes it hard to go unnoticed. Maybe some bartenders are rooting for the punchy drink's return, but the rest of us would welcome the option for something more subdued and sophisticated. That's where the Washington Apple cocktail comes in: A deep reddish-amber color, the apple-flavored martini is the Appletini riff for whisky lovers.
On the lookout for great rum cocktails? This liquor made from sugar cane became popular in America centuries ago, and is the key to many classic cocktails like the daiquiri and the mojito. After years testing rum cocktails at home, I've learned that they're most approachable and crowd-pleasing drinks you can make. This spirit is perfect for mixing with fruit, citrus, or sweetness, and ideal for spiking frozen drinks like a frozen daiquiri or hot drinks like buttered rum.
