by Trevor Shifflett | Nov 15, 2024 | Brandy, Cocktails, Orange Liqueur
The colder seasons are upon us, which means it’s time to roll out the holiday and seasonal cocktails! Which for me means taking all of my normal summer cocktails and throwing a holiday spice twist on them. This bad boy is just a normal sidecar with the addition of...
by Trevor Shifflett | Nov 15, 2024 | Brandy, Liqueurs, Orange Liqueur, Tips and Tricks
If you’ve ever strolled down the cordial aisle of your local, you’ve probably seen a variety of orange liqueurs. This is one of those spirits that’s a must-have in a home bar, whether you enjoy it straight as a nightcap or in cocktails ranging from margaritas to...
by Trevor Shifflett | Sep 1, 2024 | Bourbon, Cocktails, Creme de Peche, Cynar, Mezcal, Whiskey
So you’ve tried a Mai Tai, and let’s just say, mommy likey. But now you’re curious about what else the tiki world has to offer. Maybe rum isn’t quite your style, or you want something a little more artsy to sip on. Check out this bourbon Mai Tai variation which I’ve...
by Trevor Shifflett | Feb 21, 2024 | Blue Curaçao, Cocktails, Midori, Shochu
I really wanted to call this a Midori Margarita, but honestly, there just wasn’t enough Midori in it to justify the name. And that’s a HUGE pet peeve of mine. Went to a bar the other night and had a Basil sour or something like that. No basil at all except for a tiny...
by Trevor Shifflett | Feb 19, 2024 | Cocktails, Gin, Midori
Imagine: you’re at your local, perusing the amaro options because you like negronis and have a hankering for more, when all of a sudden, your eye snags on the brightest neon green liquid you have ever witnessed. Midori!!! You have to get it, because who wouldn’t want...
by Trevor Shifflett | Feb 19, 2024 | Cocktails, Gin, Green Chartreuse
Chartreuse is a sweet liqueur with an herbal flavor, made in France. It is one of my favorite alterations to many basic cocktails for adding just a little extra depth to the experience. The Chartreuse Gimlet is a variation on the standard gimlet, which is itself a...
