The Rob Roy is among the great classic cocktails of the world. It is basically a Scotch Manhattan that was inspired by an 1890’s operetta loosely based on the life of the Scottish folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor. There are …
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The Smoking Ember Martini
Here is a great martini for winter sipping. It has a savory-smoky charm from the addition of an Islay Scotch. For this drink we recommend specific brands, finding each lends a particular layer to the drinks flavor profile. That said, …

The Presbyterian Cocktail, a.k.a “Press”
As a young bartender I would occasionally answer the call for a, “Bourbon Press”. This is short for the Presbyterian Cocktail, a drink from the old guard that is ridiculously simple in execution but sublime in its expression. How a …

Ardbeg Kelpie
Known for sticking to the deep end of the 'peat' pool, Ardbeg has become a staple for the fans of heavily peated single malt scotch. While their 10 year old is a classic, their proprietary, None Age Statement (N.A.S.) bottlings …

The Mamie Taylor Cocktail
Today with the 4th of July just ahead we offer an American classic, The Mamie Taylor Cocktail. This drink was inspired, circa 1899 in Rochester NY, by famed opera singer Mamie Taylor’s desire for a Claret Lemonade. The barman, unable …