Cocktail Friend — The Old Pal
Do you have a friend you’ve known for much of your life? Many people do. If you’re one of them,…
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Monet and Mixing — The Water Lily
Claude Monet painted the famous Water Lilies series at his garden in Giverny, France. I’ve never been there (Ms. Cocktail…
Comparing Oranges to Oranges
Triple sec. Grand Marnier. The three Cs (curacao, Cointreau, Combier). Whether it’s a popular drink such as the Margarita, an…
Pirate Queen — The Grace O’Malley
Imagine a pirate. Most people picture a man. Grace O’Malley was a notable exception. Known as the “Pirate Queen,” in…
Spanish Liquid Courage — The Carajillo
Coffee and liquor is a winning combination. Derived from the Spanish word “coraje” (courage), the Carajillo is popular in Spain…
A Loaded European — The Monte Carlo
When I use the word “loaded” here it’s a non-sexual double entendre. Monte Carlo, part of the city-state of Monaco,…
The Bitch Is Dead — The Vesper
“The bitch is dead” — this is what James Bond icily utters when he learns of the death of Vesper…
Emotional Support Dog — The Charlie
Blessed with a sunny disposition, Charlie always was excited to see me when Ms. Cocktail Den and I visited our…
Cocktailiteration — The Daiquiri 43
Alliteration happens when you emphasize the same sound or letter in consecutive words. Typically alliteration involves the beginning of words.…
A Dantean Cocktail — The Purgatory
In some theologies, purgatory is the state after death before some souls ascend to Heaven. It’s also the title of…