PALOMA The Paloma cocktail is one of my favorite cocktails that features grapefruit juice. Recipes may differ a bit on the quantity and quality of grapefruit juice but, like with most juice drinks, I think it’s important to squeeze fresh juice. I also like to use mezcal in addition to blanco tequila to add a […]
PAPER PLANE The first time I had a paper plane I was struck by the wonderful combination of flavors. At the time, amaro and Aperol were a bit unknown to me and this cocktail was a great introduction! It’s well-balanced with everything working in harmony, though you could throw the balance off a little with
AMARO Amaro is an Italian herbal liqueur that has been gaining in popularity and availability in the U.S. recently. It is traditionally made by infusing grape brandy with a mix of herbs, aromatic bark, citrus peel and spices. Amaro is often drank as an after-dinner digestif and there is a huge variety to try.
THE NOBLE EXCHANGE The Noble Exchange has become one of my most frequently enjoyed cocktails, usually imbibed as a nightcap. I originally found this recipe included with a bottle of Cyrus Noble bourbon. This recipe also works great with rye, if you prefer the spicy nature of a rye. Recipe 2 oz Bourbon or Rye
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DESTROYER COCKTAIL The Destroyer Cocktail is one of the more mysterious cocktails in my repertoire. I like to pull this one out to surprise guests and have them try to guess the ingredients. The tequila is a surprise and blends well with the Dubonnet and orange liqueur. And it’s hard not to like a name
DUBONNET COCKTAIL The Dubonnet Cocktail was the preferred cocktail for Queen Elizabeth. It’s a great cocktail to feature a good gin. Basically a good classic martini but substituting the dry vermouth with the sweeter Dubonnet. Recipe 2 oz Gin 1 oz Dubonnet Rouge Twist of Lemon Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add ice
DUBONNET ROUGE My introduction to Dubonnet Rouge was receiving a partially used bottle from my brother-in-law, who didn’t like it. I accepted it as a challenge to find some good cocktails that might change his mind. Dubonnet Rouge is an aperitif that blends red wines with herbs and spices. The U.S. version is different from
