December 5th marks the 85th anniversary of the Twenty-first Amendment, which repealed prohibition. It is a day to lift a glass and celebrate with good strong cocktail. Today we offer you a great whiskey classic from the French Quarter in …
Absinthe Frappe Revised
Absinthe is a spirit made from botanicals including fennel, anise and the flowers and leaves of wormwood plant. It was produced and popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries in France. By the early 20th century it was banned in most countries for …
Catalan Wines
The second gathering of the Madison Tasters Club was on October 24th with the topic, Catalan Wines. The group was asked specific questions about each wine regarding visual, aromatic and palate impressions. Notes have been compiled based on the group’s …
Wine with Bird: Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Playbook
Thanksgiving is a complex meal. There are so many decisions to be made and so many recipes for success. First there are all the cooking considerations; smoked, slow roasted, deep fried, spatchcocked or just cooked using mom's tried and true …
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Pumpkin Pie Martini
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and here is a dessert martini that is perfect for after the turkey, served with pumpkin pie. Pumpkin Pie Martini Recipe 1 ½ ounces vanilla vodka ½ ounce white creme de cacao 1/4 cup …
The Jack Rose Cocktail
The Jack Rose Cocktail This classic is made with a base of the famous Laird’s Apple Jack. William Laird built the Colt’s Neck Inn, in Monmouth New Jersey in 1717. His son Robert supplied “Cyder Spirits” to George Washington’s troops …
The Sidecar
This drink ranks among the classics, first surfacing in France around 1922 and a favorite at Harry’s Bar in Paris. It is a great take on a simple brandy drink enhanced by Cointreau and lemon. The Sidecar has the ability …
