Make an amaretto sour with bourbon for something classy, upscale, and full of contrasting flavors! Amaretto is an Italian liqueur, mostly made from almonds. This spirit is believed to have come from Saronno, Northern Italy. According to legend, in 1522, a church in this town commissioned frescoes to be painted by an artist who studied …
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In 1916, a German bartender would make history by creating the classic aviation cocktail. Hugo Ensslin was a German immigrant helming the bar at the Hotel Wallick in New York City. This was where this lovely lilac-hued cocktail debuted just prior to the Prohibition. Naturally, the name was inspired by the recent trends at the …
The Martini is a classic, timeless cocktail, one that at first may seem ridiculously simple – with a core of just two ingredients (gin and dry vermouth) – but like so many iconic creations in the world of cocktails, the devil is in the detail. A classic martini is actually highly customizable, with the flavor …
Seeking something that refreshes and revitalizes during your cocktail hour? The lemon rosemary martini may be the sea change you need to take your drinks to the next level. It’s ideal for those who enjoy martinis, though if you’ve hesitated in having a traditional Tanqueray martini with a twist, adding lemon and rosemary makes it …
Ah, lavender! That purple-hued herald of Provence, a bloom that holds within its delicate petals the essence of tranquility and travel. Sipping a Lavender Collins is not just a taste experience; it’s an immersive journey. Picture yourself strolling through the fragrant lavender fields of France, feeling the gentle brush of blossoms against your skin. Then, …
If you’ve ever ordered a Tom Collins on a hot summer day, a Lavender Collins builds upon this refreshment by adding lavender syrup. It elegantly elevates the flavor and adds a pretty pop of color to your libation. The calming notes of lavender make for a relaxed vibe. But where did this drink come from? …
The White Lady cocktail is a classic prohibition-era drink that is made with gin, Cointreau, or Triple Sec, fresh lemon juice, and an egg white. It’s a sophisticated, citrus-forward sour – or a riff on a sidecar with gin replacing brandy (depending on who you ask) – that is easy to make and is equally …
Drinking alcohol doesn’t make you an alcoholic; it makes you smart! Just kidding. But the point is, everybody loves to have a drink now and then… but sometimes, you aren’t in the mood for an unapologetic martini. Sometimes you want something a little sweeter, a little more herbaceous, a little – different. And it is …
The refreshing libation known as the Pimm’s spritz is one that brings to mind Wimbledon and summer sporting events of the UK. But it’s one that anyone can drink for a burst of cooling bliss and is particularly adored on the hottest of days. Originally sold as a medicinal drink, James Pimm first produced it …
My obsession with Finland is not exactly news to most. I love everything about this gorgeous, albeit curious, country from its unique culture, beautiful cities like Helsinki, Tampere, and Turku, expansive nature including that of fairytale-esque Lapland – and, yes, even its distinctive gastronomy. There are many noteworthy dishes of Finland, but from my travels, the one that most stuck …
I’m sure I am not the only one who gets a little too excited every year when Hot Cross Buns come on sale. It’s happening earlier and earlier, just after Christmas this year-round – but obvious I oblige and buy a few every trip to the supermarket. They are just so delicious, …and I need …