Forget sugary frozen drinks packed with booze. This is the classic daiquiri, beautiful and simple. Sometimes used as a litmus test amongst bartenders while traveling to determine whether or not a bartender is knowledgeable. This cocktail is featured in Paul Clarke’s excellent cocktail recipe/history book,…

This is the perfect cocktail for those who are more comfortable drinking vodka than other spirits. The Gypsy has both an approachability and a complexity that I found very surprising. I suggest trying this one for yourself and using it to ease friends into the…

Believe it or not, this cocktail is technically an old fashioned based on the classic definition – spirit, sugar, and bitters. It’s a bit on the sweeter side, but not a “sugar bomb”. A perfect choice for someone who is easing into the world of…

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I never used to respect the daiquiri. I didn’t understand the appeal of an overly-sweet alcoholic slushy. Actually, I didn’t have much respect for the old fashioned either – which is now my go to cocktail. Looking back, it’s apparent that

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