The word Bijou in French means “jewels” which was the inspiration for the Bijou Cocktail created by Harry Johnson in the 1890’s. Having three main ingredients; Gin represents diamond, Sweet Vermouth ruby and Green Chartreuse emerald. It could be considered …
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Saratoga Cocktail
Today we take you back in time to Saratoga Springs New York circa 1887. It was a time when the town was a tourist haven with hot springs, gambling and nightlife. The Saratoga Cocktail was first penned by Professor Jerry …
The Bamboo Cocktail
After a long holiday season of food and drink today we offer you a cocktail that is lighter in nature, lower in alcohol and perfect for when you want a drink but need to keep your wits about you. The …
Champs Élysées
Today we share with you a classic cocktail from Harry Craddock’s Savoy Cocktail Book (1930). Made with a base of Cognac it is similar in makeup to the Sidecar but with the addition of green Chartreuse which adds a lovely …
The Suburban
Today’s clever cocktail combines the unlikely duo of Rum and Rye. We were recently introduced to the idea of mixing these two base spirits to create a complex foundation for cocktails. Drawing on the sweet caramel richness of Jamaican rum …
Singapore Sling
Today’s clever cocktail is a blast from the past. The Singapore Sling was invented at the Raffles Hotel in Singapore by Ngiam Tong Boon in the early 1900’s. It is a tall, fruity, refreshing drink that many of us remember …
Widow’s Kiss
First published in George Kappler’s 1895 book of Modern American Drinks, the Widow’s Kiss is a beautifully complex assemblage of 4 simple ingredients. Kappler’s original recipe reads as: Widow’s Kiss “A mixing-glass half-full fine ice, two dashes of Angostura bitters, …
The Southern Slope
Today’s clever cocktail comes to us from The Clover Club in New York City. It is a tasty spin on the Manhattan with the addition of Apricot liqueur. It is a strong drink tempered with a bit of fruitiness from …
Goldfinch
Every once and a while we are looking for a light, low-alcohol cocktail to enjoy when the demands of the day (or more likely the next day) require some sort of clarity. Recipes crafted with a base of fermented beverages …
Pisco Punch
Native to South America, Pisco is a strong, clear brandy made from grapes. Most famous for the Pisco Sour, it is a great mixer and a nice option to vodka or rum in cocktails. The Pisco Punch was invented in …
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