Cocktails with Suderman

MARCH 7, 2025

Rittenhouse rye , this newsletter’s very first recommendation, is the most versatile rye whiskey, and one of if not the single most versatile base ingredients in all of cocktaildom. It’s a brandy that drinks like a fruity, autumnal whiskey, and it pairs well with almost anything. It really can do anything in a cocktail.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

When it comes to a timeless American whiskey cocktail like the Old Fashioned, the iconic brand Elijah Craig is a perfect choice. Contestants were tasked with creating unique twists on the Old Fashioned recipe using Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon or Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey as the cocktails base.

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Cheers

APRIL 17, 2024

For example, guests at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort can enjoy the low-ABV Coronado Cobbler, made with Amontillado sherry, lemon juice, agave, Liquid Alchemist peach syrup, dash of Angostura bitters and a mint sprig.

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A Bar Above

JUNE 2, 2024

You can really taste the herbal blend, with a slight bitter flavor and quiet hints of mint. 75 ounce Green Chartreuse 2 dashes Orange Bitters Garnish: Cocktail Cherry Directions : Stir all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. ounce Irish Whiskey 1 ounce Sweet Vermouth.5 ounces Gin 1 ounce Sweet Vermouth.75 75 ounce Mezcal.75

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VinePair

JANUARY 7, 2024

Once restricted to a handful of botanical waters, alcohol-free options have expanded to include ready-to-drink (RTD) mocktails in large and small formats, convincing base “spirits” that mimic the profiles of traditional whiskey, gin, and apéritivos, and party-friendly formulas that offer a different kind of buzz.

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Drinkhacker

MAY 17, 2024

bourbon or rye whiskey (we usually opt for Old Grandad 114, Rittenhouse Rye, or the highest-proof whiskey on the shelf) 1/4 oz. simple syrup 2 dashes Angostura bitters orange peel for garnish In an Old Fashioned glass, add the simple syrup and Angostura bitters. Pour in 2 oz whiskey over the ice.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The addition of plum wine adds depth and richness, while cherry bitters provide a delightful finishing touch,” Ansaldi says. The bar’s Fleur de Lis cocktail (shown atop) “is a light and refreshing aperitif that combines the crispness of Bombay Sapphire gin with the delicate sweetness of elderflower,” he adds. Brown-Forman Corp.,

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Moody Mixologist

MARCH 11, 2025

Classic Gin Martini (gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters) The Martini is perhaps the most iconic cocktail ever. While everyone has their own preferred specs, a traditional Martini is a mix of gin and dry vermouth with a couple dashes of orange bitters. These drinks pack a punch and showcase the flavors of the spirit.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

This cocktail showcases the robust notes of whiskey, complemented by the subtle sweetness of sugar and the complexity of aromatic bitters. To make an Old Fashioned , combine 2 ounces of bourbon or rye, 1 sugar cube, a few dashes of aromatic bitters and a splash of club soda in an old-fashioned glass.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

This cocktail showcases the robust notes of whiskey, complemented by the subtle sweetness of sugar and the complexity of aromatic bitters. To make an Old Fashioned , combine 2 ounces of bourbon or rye, 1 sugar cube, a few dashes of aromatic bitters and a splash of club soda in an old-fashioned glass.

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Dry Atlas

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Booze-Free Negroni or Nogroni Ingredients: 1 oz non-alc gin 1 oz non-alc vermouth (such as Lyre’s) 1 oz non-alc bitter aperitif (such as Lyre’s Aperitif Rosso) Orange slice or twist for garnish Combine the non-alcoholic gin, vermouth, and bitter aperitif in a mixing glass with ice. Stir well until chilled.

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Dry Atlas

APRIL 24, 2024

Non-alcoholic spirits are distilled beverages that emulate the flavor profiles of traditional spirits like gin and whiskey, but without the alcohol content. Whiskey Capturing the rich, oaky, and often caramel undertones of whiskey without alcohol is an art. Learn more about non-alc whiskey via our comprehensive guide.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 8, 2024

Move out Campari, there’s a new regal and red aperitif in town. It features a blend of alluring botanicals like bitter orange and gentian, complemented by a dose of something unexpected – Marsala wine, added during this aperitif’s aging process. Mixed with rye whiskey (which Italians love, by the way!) The result?

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VinePair

JUNE 27, 2024

An evolution of the Old Fashioned , the cocktail — made with rye whiskey , sweet vermouth , and Angostura bitters — has also come to represent the first golden age of bartending in the U.S. The recipe combines gin , sweet vermouth, Maraschino liqueur, and Angostura bitters, all served with a lemon twist.

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Old Liquors Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The first ingredient used is Campari, a bright red, iconic liqueur hailing from Milan that lends a unique citrus-like bitterness. At the time, Italy was known for its slightly bitter but much sweeter fortified wine, made possible by the addition of caramel. The next ingredient listed is “Italian Vermouth” or Sweet Vermouth.

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The Liquor Thing

APRIL 30, 2020

Depending on its quality, neutral alcohol is suitable for a variety of applications - Neutral alcohol is the base for flavored alcoholic beverages such as blended whiskey , cut brandy , some liquors, and bitters. It is also used to make homemade liquors such as limoncello or cassis. It is also used to make vinegar.

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Barina Craft

MARCH 28, 2023

French 79 - grapefruit infused gin, elderflower liqueur & rhubarb bitters. French 90 - rye whiskey, golden grains replace juniper berries. French 77 - elderflower liqueur blossoms flavor into the bubbly. French 85 - brandy based along with other similar drinks listed as French 125.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Sitting somewhere between Aperol and Campari on the flavor scale, Select is slightly sweet, delivering citrus fruit and an undercurrent of bitter botanicals that fuse perfectly with Prosecco and club soda. The mixture of bitter Italian liqueur, bubbles, and sweet vermouth results in a vivacious, herbal treat that won’t put you to bed early.

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VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

George’s Valley Gin Empirical Spirits Doritos Nacho Cheese Banhez Destilados de Fruta BroVo Spirits Uncharted Rhapsody American Forest Liqueur Bitter Journey Bing Zhou Mijenta Cristalino Avallen Calvados “The best newly released spirit we’ve added to our bar is Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin. At 20 percent ABV, it holds its weight well!”

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Others may prefer to keep things classic, opting for simple pours of tequila or whiskey. This is a delicious combination of sweet, smoky, herbaceous, and bitter goodness. With a little citrus and egg white, it turns into a decadent and cloud-like aperitif or digestive treat. Like us bartenders always say, bitter is better.”

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VinePair

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Add to that a seasoning of basil eau de vie, nectarine aperitif wine, lactic acid, and salt, and the dressed up classic part of the equation becomes quickly apparent. As for the profile: Fruity, lightly herbaceous, bitter, and sweet, the best way to describe this drink is, well, a Salad Negroni.

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Cocktails with Suderman

MARCH 21, 2025

Once again, it uses Cocchi Americano, the fortified, aromatized, vermouth-like aperitif wine I’ve been making the case for all month. In fact, it’s mostly Cocchi Americano, plus a little bit of bitters and, in its standard form, Jamaican rum. And this is one of the drinks I have enjoyed most of all. That’s it.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Non-Alcoholic Spirits and Aperitifs: The New Frontier of Flavor Non-alcoholic spirits and aperitifs represent a groundbreaking development in the realm of mindful mixology, signaling a new frontier of flavor exploration.

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VinePair

MARCH 13, 2025

The Split Ends at Bar Snack in the East Village is a very delicious take on a Whiskey Sour (what they call a whiskey sour like no other on four walls). The addition of bitters wasnt a request, but it turned out to be the pice de rsistance, keeping the drinks inherent sweetness in check.

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Bartender.com

APRIL 10, 2025

You’ll learn essential tools and techniques, master classic recipes, and explore unique ingredients like angostura bitters. Incorporating elements such as maraschino cherries, Tabasco sauce, or bourbon whiskey can add depth and complexity to cocktails. This guide to flavorful mixology will teach you how.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Spirits: Vodka: Tito's Handmade Vodka Gin: Tanqueray Gin Rum: Bacardi Superior Whiskey (Bourbon and Rye): Bulleit Bourbon, Rittenhouse Rye Brandy: Hennessy VS Liqueurs and Aperitifs: Amaretto Disaronno, Cranberry Liqueur (e.g., Variation: Use rye whiskey for a spicier kick. Hot Toddy: Combine 2 oz whiskey (e.g.,

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The Cocktail Lovers

JANUARY 31, 2025

And as for those drinks, they continue that culinary style that weve come to expect, with new and exciting combos like Blanka, inspired by a classic French winter salad, featuring Four Walls whiskey, fennel, mustard vinaigrette and pecan.

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VinePair

MARCH 10, 2025

But while drinkers are opting for spirits such as tequila or bourbon when drinking full-proof or gravitating toward cocktails like the Spritz and Espresso Martini , a different flavor is winning on the sober scene: bitter. Across the country, non-alcoholic drinks brands with bitter profiles are flying off of store shelves. In 2023, St.

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VinePair

JANUARY 9, 2025

We found that alcohol-free bitter aperitifs are often the most convincing, as their botanical-driven profiles are more easily replicated than other spirits categories. The former is a near-perfect replacement for bitter red amaro, delivering bitter grapefruit peel, orange blossom, and gentian root flavors.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Bracingly bitter, the French gentian liqueur has a vibrant yellow-gold hue and packs a mighty punch even when used in small quantities. Once youre done enjoying it in Margaritas and Palomas , add a splash to whiskey-based classics like the Old Fashioned or Manhattan for a complex new take. Enjoy as an aperitif or in highballs.

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VinePair

APRIL 2, 2025

Lately, eaux de vie are cropping up on cocktail menus at hotspots like Bar Snack in New York (in a puckering, salad-inspired Negroni co-starring nectarine and basil eau de vie) and The Snug in San Francisco, where a private barrel Sazerac features apple brandy, sage, Opal apples, Demerara, Peychauds and aromatic bitters, and absinthe.

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