Today’s clever cocktail dates back to the 1700’s and has Spanish origins. The name “Sangaree” comes from the root word “Sangre” meaning blood which no doubt refers to the deep ruby color of the drink. It is a cocktail that …
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Valentino’s Delight Cocktail
Today we offer you a sweet treat cocktail, perfect for dessert. The Valentino is amixture of Bourbon, Port, Kahlua and cream which come together beautifully. Named for Rudolph Valentino, Hollywood’s great lover, it is a cocktail that you too will …
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 …
The Porto Flip
This recipe first came to us via Charles Baker’s, “Around the World with Jigger, Beaker and Flask.” It is a rich drink that was originally served as a “Morning After” pick-me-up. In his version there is a float of Chartreuse …
Cranberry Port Sangria
Here is a recipe for Sangria that is made for fall weather sipping. It is a quick and easy way to serve your guests without the hassle of having to mix drinks to order. Make up a pitcher in advance, …
The Winter Aperol Spritz
Here is a seasonal twist on a summer favorite. Introduced in 1919, Aperol is an Italian Aperitif made from Rhubarb and bittering agents. It is a mildly sweet, subtly bitter liqueur that has been enjoyed over the years in many …
Port Old Fashioned
Whether the actual weather shows it or not, we are in the fall season, and with fall comes whiskey. We push our bottles of Gin to the back of the liquor cabinet and pull forward Bourbon, Rye and Scotch. The …
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