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…
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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…
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,…
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…
Cocktail Revival — The Renaissance
Leaving a lasting impact in fields such as art, science, and literature, the Renaissance was an important era in Western…
And Cocktail — The Ampersand
Signifying “and,” the ampersand is a common symbol in the English language (& it makes me think of the late…
Lively And Boozy — The Pura Vida
“Pura vida” is a Spanish phrase that literally means “pure life.” While Costa Rica uses the phrase as a national…
A Cocktail Of Light — The Parisian
Known as the “City of Light,” Paris is one of the great cities of the world. Ms. Cocktail Den and…