Colorful French Monks — Chartreuse Char what? Chartreuse is an indispensable ingredient in famous drinks such as the Last Word, or lesser known but equally… Continue reading “Colorful French Monks — Chartreuse”…
A Sexy Cocktail In The City (Or Anywhere) — The Cosmopolitan Some people think pink drinks are weak. Wrong. This misguided notion happens with cocktails such as the Cosmopolitan. Its history… Continue reading “A Sexy Cocktail In The City (Or Anywhere) — The Cosmopolitan”…
A Cocktail Offer You Can’t Refuse — The Godfather The Godfather is a cinematic masterpiece and my favorite movie. Based on a popular novel, the movie has so many… Continue reading “A Cocktail Offer You Can’t Refuse — The Godfather”…
A Shamrock Drink — The Luck Of The Irish The expression “luck of the Irish” didn’t originate in Ireland, but in the United States. Its origin is based on… Continue reading “A Shamrock Drink — The Luck Of The Irish”…
Konichiwa Cocktail — The Japanese Maple Konichiwa is the Japanese word for “hello.” You can’t get maple syrup in Japan, but you can use Japanese whiskey… Continue reading “Konichiwa Cocktail — The Japanese Maple”…
A Jewel Of A Drink — The Bijou Bijou is the French word for jewel, and this drink is the equivalent of a precious gem in the cocktail… Continue reading “A Jewel Of A Drink — The Bijou”…
A Strong Asian Bond Girl — The Jade Vesper James Bond’s adventures take him around the world. In Skyfall he travels to China, and in Tomorrow Never Dies he… Continue reading “A Strong Asian Bond Girl — The Jade Vesper”…
10 Valentine’s Day Cocktails A great drink with the one you love is a perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Even though I think… Continue reading “10 Valentine’s Day Cocktails”…
Not What You Think Drink — The Diamondback Does the word “diamondback” conjure visions of the deadly snake? Do you channel your inner Indiana Jones (“I hate snakes”)… Continue reading “Not What You Think Drink — The Diamondback”…
A Tempting Drink — The Almost Red Lips Rye Red lips can signify temptation, power, or seduction. Scott Harris, a founder of Catoctin Creek distillery in my home state… Continue reading “A Tempting Drink — The Almost Red Lips Rye”…