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Añejo Smash

Añejo Smash

This añejo smash is the perfect way to graduate from the overdone margarita. There are a number of great tequila drinks out there, and this one will satisfy both the cocktail enthusiast and those who just want a refreshing summer drink.

The Difference Between Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and other Tequilas (Plus an Añejo Smash Recipe)

The Difference Between Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and other Tequilas (Plus an Añejo Smash Recipe)

With every spirit there is an additional layer of appreciation that comes from understanding the history and production process. Nowadays we can walk into any bar and choose from a variety of beers, wines, and spirits from locations across the globe, yet what distinguishes the…

Solera System – Cyclists Revolve Around West Tulsa Brewery

Solera System – Cyclists Revolve Around West Tulsa Brewery

While Tulsa Tough enthusiasts celebrate cycling on Cry Baby Hill by imbibing in excess, many of Tulsa’s cyclists prefer to pace themselves with a weekly post-ride stop at American Solera, one of Tulsa’s newest watering holes.

Simple Cacao Nib-Infused Campari, a Bottled Negroni, and 3 Negroni Riffs

Simple Cacao Nib-Infused Campari, a Bottled Negroni, and 3 Negroni Riffs

Negroni Week – one of my favorite weeks of the year. Not only do I get to partake in the forever-classic negroni, but to participate in supporting charity. However, this year is a bit different from prior years. Participating venues select a charity from the…

Earl Grey-Infused Dolin Blanc

Earl Grey-Infused Dolin Blanc

This is an excellent infusion that’s featured in the Death & Co cocktail book. The bergamot orange notes in the tea make this excellent vermouth even more fun to incorporate into various cocktails.

5 Green Chartreuse Cocktails for the True Enthusiast

5 Green Chartreuse Cocktails for the True Enthusiast

Green Chartreuse is the kryptonite of many cocktail enthusiasts – it’s certainly mine. If you’re not familiar with Chartreuse, here is the crash course. It’s a French herbal liqueur that’s made by Carthusian monks based on a recipe they purportedly received in 1605. The two…

Festi-Drinking – Me Telling You How to do Something, Doesn’t Mean That You Should

Festi-Drinking – Me Telling You How to do Something, Doesn’t Mean That You Should

Festival season is about to be in full swing and—unless you’re attending a beer or wine festival—the drink selection will likely leave something to be desired. I’m not asking for a DIY Bloody Mary bar or bottomless mimosas, just a simple way to enjoy a slightly better drink while listening to live music. Certainly, if one is able to legally fill their quart-sized plastic zipper bag full of mini bottles and pass through the TSA, there is a way to elevate the outdoor drinking experience at a festival—it just requires some creativity.