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And we’ve assembled recipes for every type of chocolate craving: from those kissed with a few dashes of chocolate bitters to decadent dessert drinks. Cacao-Kissed Classics Amor & Lujuria Chocolate Strawberry Negroni Cacao-infused vermouth and strawberry-infused Campari balance out the classic bitter notes of the drink.
2 This rich whiskey cocktail combines rye, coffee liqueur, curaçao, and a touch of mezcal for the perfect nightcap. Tipsy Jitters Infusing the cream with Angostura bitters amps up the warm fall flavors of this coffee cocktail by Nashville’s Martha My Dear. Midnight Marauder No.
Some of the worlds most iconic cocktails employ whiskey as their base liquor. But there are many other whiskey cocktails, many with historic roots, that have enjoyed a quiet revival along with the boom of craft cocktail culture. So we tapped 12 bartenders to find out which whiskey cocktails they felt werent getting enough accolades.
Located in Brooklyn New York, Fort Hamilton Distillery is named after the nearby Fort Hamilton Army Base and began barreling whiskey in 2016. On their website, they note their particular dedication to producing outstanding rye: On a mission to recapture Americas finest spirits, we celebrate Americas original whiskey style New York Rye.
But in the late 19th century, when this European import encountered gin and whiskey in American bars, it not only made vermouth a cocktail staple but also spurred a level of innovation that still resonates today. Clean Slate A punchy mix of sherry, bianco vermouth, Salers and bitters. Intro to Vermouth A rich trio of vermouths.
These are the workhorses, the reliable voices in the bartender’s orchestra, always ready to harmonize with bitters, liqueurs, and fresh ingredients. Jack Daniels Whiskey This iconic Tennessee whiskey is a staple in bars and is often enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in the classics, such as a Whiskey Sour or Old Fashioned.
With being whiskey based and spirit forward, there are many high-end whiskey options to choose from, whether it be bourbon, rye, Irish, or local whiskey. Experiment with different aromatic bitters, like chocolate, orange, or Angostura, to go along with the muddled orange, sugar cube, and Luxardo cherry garnish.
Basic Stock (Made Using Lime, Sugar, Angostura Bitter, Nutmeg) 3 oz. Liqueur , Vermouth , Whiskey Howrah Bridge Ingredients 1.5 Bourbon Whiskey 1/2 oz. Jaan Paan Liqueur 3 dashes Angostura Bitters Preparation Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Gin Jim Corbett National Park Ingredients 1.5 Gin 1/2 oz.
Sip on the Bombay Rose, a delicate mix of gin, lychee, and rose water thats as elegant as a bouquet of flowers. Photo by Cody Goldstein Gin , Vermouth Coming Up Roses by Cody Goldstein / @muddlingmemories Ingredients 1 oz. Aviation American Gin oz. Liqueur , Whiskey Woodford Reserve Bourbon Raspberry Sour Ingredients 1 oz.
Bollicine Amaro Spritz A bold, bitter sparkler for holiday celebrations. Fort Point Punch Perfect for the whiskey-loving crowd, this sparkling punch recipe from Drink in Boston has holiday party written all over it. Germain, Cocchi Americano, and orange bitters make this an easy holiday go-to. Puttin’ On the Spritz St.
Hard Cider , Whiskey Proper Irish Apple Cider Ingredients 2 oz. Vermouth , Whiskey The Rob Roy Ingredients 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth 1 dash Angostura Bitters Preparation Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Cold Brew 3 dashes Chocolate Mole bitters 3/4 oz. Whiskey F&Tea Ingredients 1.5 Licor 43 1.5
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Twelve Mile Limit This Prohibition-era recipe made with overproof rum, rye whiskey, and cognac is worth revisiting. 2 This rich cocktail combines rye whiskey, coffee liqueur, curaçao, and a touch of mezcal, making for a perfect nightcap. Saturn One of the most famous gin-based tropical cocktails. Midnight Marauder No.
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A few signatures include Friends with Benefits ($25) , whiskey, bitters, sugar – bottled and cured in beeswax; One Time Thing ($26) , cognac, banana, Montenegro, sherry, bitters; Hops to the Beat ($24) , tequila, citra hops, serrano, pineapple, lime, salt; Money, Baby! ($20)
The California operation launched last year with three spirits, a gin, a bourbon, and a rye. Touches of lime leaf and grapefruit peel give the finish a somewhat bitter rush. A somewhat brooding, “thinking-person’s” gin that will take some forethought and testing to properly cocktail with. Thoughts follow.
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Perhaps basing a cocktail on a citrus-centric French gin, one of our blanche Armagnacs, or a light French whisky, complemented by one of our amazing fruit liqueurs like the pamplemousse, or one of our vermouths would get you where you want to be. Whiskey Jam Sour Ingredients 2 oz. That’s a good question. Top with Soda Water.
In 1806, The Balance and Columbian Repository in upstate New York published what would become known as the original definition of a cocktail: “C**k-tail is a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water, and bitters.” Bitters themselves have evolved, too. Regans’ Orange Bitters No.
Its wine-forward character is dry and cleanly acidic with a soft, supple, spice-accented bitterness. Great with a splash of soda, the noir could also brighten up a Manhattan (especially if you go 50:50 with a robust rye whiskey ). This vermouth is bold enough to stand up to any whiskey in a Manhattan or Rob Roy.
Once the star of the cocktail scene, gin has never regained momentum since vodka took off in recent decades. But based on the number of new craft gins and unique expressions hitting the market, and a few key gin acquisitions from major spirits players, the U.S. is warming to gin once again — for real this time.
Who – Do they abstain from alcohol entirely, or can you use dashes of bitters , which will add a tiny amount of alcohol while upping the flavor profile? Balance – Balance is the interplay between the five basic taste elements: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami. There are also non-alcoholic bitters available.
The Big Apple, as the city is ironically nicknamed, is seeing a renaissance of classic cocktails like whiskey sours, martinis, and highballs. The smooth and flavorful sipper is a true comfort cocktail, combining Angel’s Envy Rye, Apple Brandy, Apple Cider, House-made Cranberry Shrub, Apple and Pimento Bitters, and Honey. Lemon Juice.5
Will you select a base of whiskey, gin, vodka, rum, or tequila for your cocktail? In addition to sports legends, the Glimmerglass Opera and the Fenimore Art Museum round out the cultural sophistication of the locality, mirrored in the gin, vermouth and mint flavors of this cocktail named for the township. Tanqueray gin 3/4 oz.
It works well with everything from gin or agave to whiskey or rum.” His work-around involved using rye whiskey infused with oolong tea, a one-two punch of spice and tannins that transforms pandan into a nuanced supporting player. pandan and oolong–infused rye whiskey 1/2 oz. coconut water 1/4 oz.
I’ve enjoyed whiskey for as long as legally allowed to do so. Just prior to the pandemic, I began enjoying quality whiskey, so I started a small collection of bottles. For other spirits, I have begun enjoying botanical spirits, such as gin. Psyche Smoked Gin is not constructed liked a typical gin.
The company is (thank God) not making whiskey or tequila but rather flavored white spirits, including vodka and gin. The mind braces for sweetness but after a small squeeze of fruity orange oil, the palate becomes actually rather drying and tart, showcasing bitter notes of rhubarb and grapefruit peel. 90 proof.
Grant Collins and his icy-cold Martinis Dry Martini 44 Kensington Street, Chippendale @drymartinisydney Grant Collins and Gin Lane Sydney have opened a new Martini and Espresso Martini Bar on Kensington Street called Dry Martini. You’ll also find a seasonally rotating “freezer” martini on the menu.
However, you can put your own personal spin on your Manhattan cocktail just by changing the rye whiskey used in the recipe. Find the perfect 6 rye whiskeys to get you started, here. Or as many dashes of bitters as you want Maraschino cherry to garnish. Sometimes, the classic method is a classic for a reason. Ragtime Rye, 45.2%
It’s well-stocked with a variety of high-quality spirits, including gin, whiskey, tequila, and rum. I have an array of bitters, syrups, and fresh ingredients for both classic and experimental cocktails. What is it stocked with? “My home bar is a mix of essentials and unique finds.
Flavored whiskey is a rapidly growing category. As whiskey producers gear themselves towards a younger market, hoping to appeal to Gen-Z drinkers, we have seen all sorts of flavors hit the market, from birthday cake to s’mores , there is a flavored whiskey to appeal to all tastes. Whether this is true is up for debate.
Cynar is earthy, intense, subtly sweet, and intriguingly bitter. Like a great character actor with some eccentric qualities who nevertheless occasionally finds his way into leading roles—think Paul Giamatti, who also balances sweet, bitter, and complex—Cynar really can do just about everything.
Essential spirits include vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, each offering a unique flavor profile. For mixers, keep a variety of juices, sodas, and bitters on hand. The Gimlet: A classic gin cocktail, the Gimlet combines 2 oz gin with 1 oz lime juice and 1/2 oz simple syrup. oz gin, 0.75
That includes cocktails like the Dry Dock (aged rum, scotch, Campari, tamarind, and orange bitters), which can be enjoyed alongside dishes like the citrus-stuffed porchetta dubbed “Imperial Swine.” In addition to an expansive whiskey collection, Uisce also preserved its original, custom-made mahogany bar.
Northern California’s Griffo Distillery enticed us with its recent release of whiskey distilled from Lagunitas’ The Waldos beer, so we’re diving back into the distillery’s offerings with a deeper dive into some of its more mainstream, permanent releases. The finish is tight but earthy, with a mineral kick.
In addition to intense competition from tequila, domestic whiskey and the ready-to-drink (RTD) segments, brandy and Cognac had to contend with economic pressures, as inflation put a crimp in some discretionary spending. This version uses pisco as the base spirit with gin for seasoning, creating a vibrant yet balanced profile, she explains.
“I love a gin Martini , wet with a lemon twist and a bit of homemade crème fraîche liqueur,” says Noirbusson, or “an Espresso Martini with rhum and cacao.” This nod to Japan’s natural hot springs features shiitake-infused sake, acid-adjusted green apple juice, sansho pepper syrup, a smoky Inoki tea, and tamari bitters.
The drink blends Rémy V, Cointreau Noir, Bitter Bianco, Cocchi Americano, and tonic for a refreshing and complex spritz. It balances the botanical notes of gin. If people are used to core spirits at their home bar — like vodka, gin, tequila or whiskey drinks — it might feel really new. It adds complexity to a vodka drink.
From value to premium, amaro to whiskey, Hood River Distillers has it all, with liquid credentials that keep customers coming back for more. Big Gin was created by bartenders for bartenders. Another large part of the vision is recognizing the importance of embracing our brand partners and authentic spirits across the portfolio.
For other more complex cocktails, like the Ramos Gin Fizz , nailing it is a little more straightforward. What should be an easy equal-parts build with the addition of some Benedictine and bitters proves to be a little more delicate of a balance to strike. It takes a great amount of shaking to get the meringue just right.
Other than whiskey, I’d have to say gin. Gins across the board have so much complexity and are incredibly fun to work with. We offer a wide variety of whiskeys and whiskies and create different ways to enjoy them whether in a cocktail or served straight. What is your favorite spirit to work with at the moment?
The Cocktail Collection Bulleit Old Fashioned Cocktail – Perhaps the easiest/laziest of bottled cocktails is the Old Fashioned: whiskey, sugar, bitters. Orange bitters in this case, with Bulleit bourbon as the backbone. We tasted the whole lineup. Thoughts follow. No complaints here. OK in a pinch.
If you want a more complete gift, it’s a nice touch to pair these with additional goodies like whiskey glasses for their favorite drinks (Old Fashioneds, anyone?), And if you like making bitters, gift your DIY bitters with our brand new bitters bottles !
Thanks to this versatility, apples pair well with almost any spirit, especially brown spirits like whiskey. This version, served at NYC cocktail bar Milady’s, doubles down on apple with both Granny Smith-infused gin and vodka along with a dash of apple brandy. Two final dashes of orange bitters bring balance and a citrusy edge.
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