Liquor Types

Champagne Margarita

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This post is part of the “Summer of Margaritas” series. I discovered the champagne rita last summer while trying out different tequila recipes. A blend of everything that’s in a typical margarita with a top off of champagne, this cocktail is light and perfect for summer or a special celebration The Champagne Rita 1 oz [...]

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Rum Running With Bonefish Grill: The Original Rum Runner, Dark & Stormy, and Coconut Pie Recipes

Bonefish Grill is turning their focus to rum this month, with Bonefish founder Tim Curci adventuring down to the Florida Keys to do some rum running. During his adventures, Curci stops by the original Tiki Bar in the Florida Keys, learns about the history of rum, and worked with Myers Rum to create new cocktails. [...]

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The Nutty Irishman: A Non-Whiskey Based Cocktail To Get Your St. Patrick’s Day Started

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and while most people will cozy up with a Guinness or whiskey drink – perhaps even a green colored cocktail – I’m proposing the Nutty Irishman. Made with equal parts Bailey’s, Frangelico, and Cream, the Nutty Irishman is a creamy cocktail that can be both a shot or a nice sipping [...]

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Woodford Reserve’s Liquid Bourbon Ball

I was pleasantly surprised to receive a Valentine’s Day cocktail recipe made with Woodford Reserve, a bourbon whiskey, since bourbon isn’t often written about on this site (not for lack of not liking it – just lack of relevant recipes). With Valentine’s Day being so closely associated with chocolate, the folks at Woodford Reserve came [...]

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Anejo Kiss: Partida Tequila Cocktail

When you think tequila, do you picture shots, margaritas, and crazy nights? You may still get a crazy night, but there are quite a few tequila cocktails that are smooth, delicious, and just a hint of girly. One of those cocktails is the Anejo Kiss, created by Marita Leonard. Using a combination of Partida Anejo [...]

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Cayo al Corazon (Key to the Heart)

Al Nelson, head mixologist at the Sunset Pier at Ocean Key Resort in Key West, created the Key to the Heart, a cocktail that is meant to bring out the Latin Lover in anyone – perfect for Valentine’s Day! Cayo al Corazon (Key to the Heart) In a pint glass filled with ice, add the [...]

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[yellow tail] wine cocktails

[yellow tail] wines are one of those go-to brands when you’re out and about shopping for wine. The price-point is low – starting at $10.99 for a bottle – which makes it even more irresistable. For Valentine’s Day, why not try out awine based cocktail? [yellow tail] offers two different options for a winetail base: [...]

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Vodka 14 Winter Cocktails

Vodka 14, a certified organic vodka that is distilled in the Rocky Mountains, has created four delicious cocktails for the winter season, highlighting flavors that are perfect for Valentine’s day or just a quiet night at home. If you’re interested in organic cocktails, I highly suggest checking out the Vodka 14 website – they go [...]

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Rouge Noir Cocktail

Another champagne cocktail has come my way, this one with Combier Rouge. The Rouge Noir cocktail, created by New York’s Junior Merino, is the perfect celebratory Valentine’s Day drink, but it’s also one of those elegant drinks that can help you unwind after a long day – the Rouge Noir, a bubble bath, and relaxing [...]

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Champagne Cocktail: Pop Rock Passion

A champagne and candy cocktail, the Pop Rock Passion is the creation of Scot Parish, bartender at Two Boots Brooklyn. Perfect as a celebratory cocktail, girl’s night in punch, or Valentine’s Day drink. Pop Rock’s Cocktail: Champagne Flute Pink (watermelon/strawberry) Pop Rocks Svedka Vodka Red Hook Raspberry Soda Pink Lemonade Run lemon wedge around rim [...]

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Cocktails at Toast Birmingham: Blueberry Margarita, Strawberry Basil Martini, Polar Bear Martini, and more!

After moving back to Michigan from fun cities like San Francisco and Las Vegas, I led myself to believe that vacations or home bartending sessions would be the only way to discover exciting, innovative, and tasty cocktails. Luckily, I’ve been proven wrong and – delightfully – found that Michigan has a few hidden gems when [...]

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12 Astrology Cocktails

What’s your drink sign? Mixologist Claire Smith shares fun, festive recipes for your zodiac sign: Taurus: Black Raspberry Milkshake Gemini: Orange Blossom Negroni Cancer: Polish Mule Leo: Veuve Cliquot Clemintini Virgo: Citrus Cider Mojito Pisces: Deconstructed Mojito Aries: 10 Cane Light and Stormy Libra: Grand Margarita Scorpio: Belvedere Intense Martini Sagittarius: Hemingway Daiquiri Capricorn: Hennessy Apricot [...]

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