With a hint of Maple Sage Taffy leftover from earlier in the week, the mixologist in me becomes a bit “spirited” and ready to delve deep into my cocktail creativity: Blackberry Maple Sage Bourbon Cocktail. Blackberry Maple Sage Bourbon Cocktail 6 fresh blackberries 3 oz. bourbon 1 Tbs. Maple Sage Taffy ice Muddle the blackberries…
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I’m certainly no Hemingway and I am more than grateful I am not involved in the fight of World War I at this time (or any time in my life), but, I’m hoping that perhaps this cocktail can and will become a bestseller, just as his famed novel. At the same time, as summer is…
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“Have you ever had a Smooth & Angry Cocktail?” she asked. “Um no – I don’t believe I’ve ever heard of that.” “Well, it’s truly the best. It consists of Blanton’s bourbon, ice, a splash of Coke, and a splash of root beer. Here, try it. It’s on me.” And so it was. The Smooth…
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It’s quite simply, really. The Man Fashion. A cocktail recipe landing somewhere between the sweet spice of a Manhattan and the aromatics of an Old Fashioned. Not too sweet. Not too strong. But highly sophisticated. The Man Fashion 3 oz. whiskey or bourbon 1 oz. sweet vermouth 1 fresh orange peel 1 dash orange bitters…
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A few months ago I attended the grand opening of a new little speakeasy in town. I love little secrets – gems like this – located in the far back of a new hoppin’ shoppe, known only to an industry few. It really made my day as we pushed through the “secret wall” to be…
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Chronically inspired as I observe on the other side of the bar, yet consistently intrigued as I craft my own cocktails in my kitchen, this one was recently inspired by a dear friend. My darling…
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It seems like cocktails always have some sort of a cute name or use a play on words. I recently discovered Redemption High Rye and figured I could beat out a mixologist or cocktail waitress this time with my clever christening name game. The New York High Rye was born. (Do you get the play…
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As I said before, the world of spirits (cocktail spirits, thank you–I’m quite versed in the world of devotional divinity), is relatively new to my palate. But at the same time, the flavors, essences, and sensual possibilities are absolutely endless. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll never give up my nightly glass of wine (or two),…
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