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Which Whiskey For Whiskey Sour?
When it comes to whiskey, it seems there are as many opinions as there are bartenders. It can be tough to make heads or tails of all of the discourse surrounding which whiskey is best which cocktail. Well I'm here to break down the conversation into simple, easy...
Midori Sour
This variation on a gin sour cocktail features the japanese melon liqueur known as Midori. If you've ever seen a bright green cocktail in a restaurant, chances are it included this fabulous spirit. Check out our Midori Gimlet if you like this one! See the Recipe What...
Whiskey Sour
The Whiskey Sour has been a popular cocktail for about as long as it's been around. Every bar or restaurant tends to have their own variation of this drink, many times under different names. But the one thing that stays consistent is that this is a very simple...
Amaretto Sour
This variation on the classic sour cocktail format features the family of Italian liqueurs known as Amaretto. They have a prominent almond flavor and are used to accent many cocktails or enjoyed on the rocks. In this cocktail, we use it to add a layer of depth to the...
French Negroni
This variation on the Negroni is a great way to darken up the taste by using your favorite brandy or cognac, hence the name French Negroni! See the recipe How is a French Negroni different? The French Negroni differs from a classic Negroni in that we will be...
Modern Negroni
For this variation on the classic Negroni, we will be using all the same spirits. However, in the Modern Negroni recipe, the ratios are slightly altered to create a more balanced cocktail which still retains that same Negroni charm. See the recipe How Is The Modern...
Cachaça Negroni (Caipirinhegroni)
For this variation on the classic Negroni, we're going to use a Brazilian spirit called Cachaça, made from sugar cane. Commonly found in the Caipirinha, the national drink of Brazil, cachaça plays very well in this cachaça negroni too! See the recipe How Is a Cachaça...
Mezcal Negroni
This variation on the classic Negroni features the smoky flavor of Mezcal. The goal for this Negroni variation is to trade the botanical flavor of gin for the signature smoke of the mezcal, without losing the character of the Negroni. See the Recipe How Is a Mezcal...
Shochu Negroni
This variation on the classic Negroni features shochu, a spirit originally from Japan distilled from various sugars, including sweet potatoes, rice, barley, or brown sugar. The flavor can vary significantly based on the starch used. For this recipe I opted for...
Tequila Negroni
This variation on a Negroni is made with tequila añejo, a somewhat deeper relative of the tequila blanco found in your standard margarita. With the Tequila Negroni, I wanted to experiment with making a slightly darker version of the Negroni without losing any of the...
Negroni
This recipe is for a Classic Negroni, an equal parts cocktail. Be sure to check out our Modern Negroni recipe, which changes up the ratios a bit. Many find it to be a more balanced cocktail, while keeping that same characteristic charm. See the recipe Ingredients The...
White Negroni (Negroni Bianco)
If you're looking for a solid riff on the Negroni, chances are you've experienced the pure bliss of one and are looking into what else the Negroni world has to offer. The White Negroni ditches the classic red coloration for a clear drink, but maintains the...
Dark and Stormy
Dark and Stormy is a classic cocktail that's perfect for a cozy evening in or a night out with friends. Made with rum and ginger beer, this cocktail is a refreshing and spicy blend of flavors that's sure to satisfy any palate. This recipe is made just the way we like...