VinePair

DECEMBER 19, 2023

They make great digestifs, aperitifs, and low-ABV shots, and they can take cocktails from so-so to phenomenal. A simple blend of rum, sugar, and arabica coffee, Kahlúa has been produced in Veracruz, Mexico, since 1936 and it’s as iconic as it is delicious. Some are mere experiments that should have never left the drawing board.

Liqueur 105

Liqueur Aperitif Digestif Infusions 105

Drinkhacker

MAY 17, 2024

Mai Tai The story of the Mai Tai is the story of tiki, one of the most iconic drinks – if not the most iconic drink – to come out of ‘40s rum culture. We make it here with just four ingredients, though you’re free to jazz up the rum selection and use a combination of products if you want to get fancy. dark rum 3/4 oz.

Simple Syrup 122

Simple Syrup Gin Rum Tequila 122

The Whisky Exchange

JANUARY 6, 2023

Try subbing 50ml of dry manzanilla for the London dry in your Negroni and you’ll have a great aperitif that’s easier on your head than the original. You could also use a dry, nutty Oloroso and a sweet red vermouth – but you’ll wind up with more of a digestif than an aperitif. Garnish with a little grating of nutmeg and serve.

Simple Syrup 52

Simple Syrup Highball Aperitif Muddling 52

VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

See Recipe Thyme-Infused Pumpkin Treat Made with white rum , lemonade, and roasted pumpkin and thyme purée, this cocktail will give you something to be thankful for this year. See Recipe Rum Hot Toddy The beauty of the Hot Toddy is its simplicity, which gives way to endless variations and reproductions.

Simple Syrup 98

Simple Syrup Bitters Gin Brandy 98

VinePair

DECEMBER 24, 2024

There are many brands of Curaao out there most of which are rum -based but this stellar offering from Pierre Ferrand employs Cognac. Average price: $50 Le Mon A New-York-born, wine-based, low-ABV (16 percent) aperitif, Le Mon is a nuanced and versatile bar cart staple. Enjoy as an aperitif or in highballs.

Liqueur 111

Liqueur Bar Digestif Highball 111