VinePair

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Liqueurs are some of the most versatile and valuable players in the drinks game. That said, there are many liqueurs on the market that are cloying, unbalanced, or just plain odd. Keep reading for VinePair’s best liqueurs to gift this holiday season. Some are mere experiments that should have never left the drawing board.

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Cognac , Liqueur , Whiskey Back in Black by Kevin Diedrich, Owner, P.C.H. Black Sesame Infused Knob Creek Bourbon* 1 oz. Black Sesame Infused Knob Creek Bourbon Ingredients 1 750 ml bottle overproof Knob Creek Bourbon 25g roasted salted black sesame seeds Preparation Using a spice grinder, roughly grind the sesame seeds.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Brandy , Liqueur Monet’s Impression by Bar Bastion - 610 Lexington Ave, New York, NY Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Gin , Liqueur Royal Pimm’s Cup by Beverage Director Marshall Minaya - Valerie Ingredients 1 oz. Dill-infused Lillet Blanc ½ oz. Epazote Infused Boatyard Gin 1 oz. Chareau Aloe Liqueur 1 ½ oz. Ginger Syrup ½ oz.

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Bar Spoon Highball Liqueur Gin 237

Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Photo by Bellyard Liqueur , Tequila The Overlook by Drawbar at Bellyard — Atlanta, GA Ingredients 2 oz. Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur ¼ oz. Espresso Bean-infused Campari Preparation Mix all ingredients and serve. Liqueur , Tequila “The Birds” Ingredients 1 oz. Reposado Tequila 1 oz. Triple Sec ½ Coconut Creme 1 oz.

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Bar Tequila Bar Spoon Liqueur 214

Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2024

This refreshing beverage features Tito’s Vodka, watermelon, basil-infused simple syrup, and lime, making it the perfect complement to the restaurant’s extensive wood-fired pizza menu. Photo by Shannon Sturgis Cachaça , Liqueur Golden Hues by Marshall Minaya - Lolita Ingredients 7 oz. Photo by Gregory DelliCarpini Jr.

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Tinctures Simple Syrup Liqueur Infusions 202

Chilled Magazine

APRIL 28, 2024

Let infuse for 12-24 hours, then strain out bark. Housemade Orange Bitters Ingredients 1 liter Vodka 1 pint Orange Peels Preparation Combine vodka and orange peels and let infuse for two weeks in the refrigerator. Photo by Freight House Liqueur , Whiskey New Fashioned by Freight House — Paducah, KY Ingredients 2 oz.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

The Buzz In Espresso Martini twist, aged tequila is mixed with coffee liqueur, then boosted by dark crème de cacao and heavy cream. Improved Grasshopper New Orleans bartender Paul Gustings’ formula for the Grasshopper draws a better flavor balance from a unique mixture of liqueurs. Créme de Funk An over-the-top decadent drink.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Each bartender has teamed up with El Mayor Tequila to infuse their unique flair into these creations, blending the rich, smooth essence of fine tequila with the vibrant tastes of the season. Liqueur , Tequila Midnight Mayor Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Dark chocolate infused El Mayor Reposado* 1 ½ oz. espresso ½ oz. Licor 43 ¼ oz.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 14, 2024

From green tea infusions to chili-spiked sotol variations, here are three next-gen Ranch Waters to take for a spin. Ancho Reyes chile liqueur 3 barspoons saline solution (1 part sea salt to 9 parts water) 2 barspoons jalapeño tincture 2 oz. green tea-infused blanco tequila 1/2 oz. sotol 3/4 oz. blanco tequila 1/2 oz.

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Tinctures Infusions Simple Syrup Tequila 242

Chilled Magazine

MAY 30, 2024

Liqueur , Tequila The Chicago Spray Tan by John Roman Ingredients 1 ½ oz Mango Shotta ½ oz Aperol ½ oz Jeppson’s Malort 1 oz acid adjusted oj 1 oz egg white Preparation Add ingredients to shaker tin and dry shake for 12 seconds. Toasted Rice infused Cointreau Ingredients 120 grams White Rice 12 oz. The Deadline is May 31, 2024!

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Shooter Simple Syrup Infusions Liqueur 209

Chilled Magazine

JUNE 24, 2024

Gin , Liqueur , Vermouth Violetta Maledetta by Alessio Sarti - @vagabond.bartender Ingredients 1 ½ oz Butterfly Tea Pea Infused Gin 1 oz Bianco Vermouth 1 oz Italicus Liqueur 5 dashes fee foam Preparation Mix all ingredients into a coupe glass.

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Mixology Bar Tools Liqueur Gin 199

Chilled Magazine

APRIL 11, 2024

Whether you enjoy floral infusions or fruity concoctions, these cocktails from Buchanan’s , Cîroc , and Old Parr have got you covered. Liqueur , Whiskey Buchanan’s Lychee Contract Ingredients 1.5 Elderflower Liqueur.75 Liqueur , Vodka Cîroc Limonata Chill Ingredients 10 oz. Buchanan’s Deluxe.25 Lemon Juice.5

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In his The Rum Also Rises cocktail, Simon’s team uses PX sherry as a binding agent that connects the floral fruitiness of tea-infused rum with the bittersweet flavors of cacao and coffee to create an indulgent nightcap that doubles as dessert. Earl Grey–infused rum (Simon suggests a white rum such as Bounty or Flor de Caña) 3/4 oz.

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Rum Bitters Infusions Liqueur 172

Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Instead of trying to source an esoteric liqueur, for example, they find inspiration from a flavor and try to replicate it in a more cost-effective way. Stone Fruit Liqueurs Make liqueurs with cherries, peaches, or plums by adding the fruit to alcohol (vodka, gin, or rum) and letting them infuse.

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Tinctures Liqueur Infusions Alcohol 180

Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

uses a passion fruit reduction to temper fiery serrano-infused lime juice in his Passionate Serrano. Liqueur , Tequila Passionate Serrano Margarita by Charles Voudouris / Team Downey / Venice, CA Ingredients 3 oz. Grand Marnier Liqueur (+½ oz.) Dip the top of glass in serrano-infused lime juice then the sea salt mixture.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

You’re a bartender or home bar enthusiast who just made a spirit infusion. However, the infusions dominating the current cocktail bar scene are elevated ingredients made by creative, forward-thinking bartenders as a way to riff on classic builds. As sophisticated as these infusions can be, they also share some low-brow origins.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 22, 2024

Gin , Liqueur Leaves of Lorien by Etch Ingredients 2 oz Junipero 1/2 oz Bergamotto liqueur 1/2 oz Chareau aloe liqueur 3 drops citric acid Preparation Stir, coupe, mint leaf and spritz green Chartreuse garnish. Coupe, fresh lemon twist garnish.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2024

The base ingredients call for vodka/citrus vodka, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and cranberry juice cocktail. When it is done properly with the correct ratio of spirit, liqueur, modifier, and juice, it is a well-balanced cocktail with a pink hue. A cool, new trend is to infuse the Campari with coffee.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

Mexican Hot Chocolate A sultry mix of Latin American spices and a touch of sweetness from coffee-flavored liqueur. Sportsman’s Club Hot Toddy Tawny port and orange liqueur add spice and complexity to this rich whiskey hot toddy. Sweet Nothings Hot Toddy Spice things up with this rooibos and black pepper–infused bourbon toddy.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Vodka became both the bittering agent and sweetener after an infusion with cinchona bark and golden raisin, the addition of honey, and a fat wash with beeswax for mouthfeel. Credit: Jeff Brown One such ingredient involves taking a spirit and turning it into a liqueur with the simple addition of sugar and some time in a blender.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Liqueur , Rum , Vodka Whip It Ingredients 1 1/2 oz. Ron Colon Salvadoreno Coffee Infused Rum 1/2 oz. Giffard Menthe Pastille Liqueur 4 oz. Liqueur , Vodka Send Me an Angel Ingredients 1 1/2 oz. Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur 1 oz. Giffard Creme De Framboise Liqueur 1 oz. SMOKE LAB Vodka 1 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 22, 2024

Gin , Liqueur Leaves of Lorien by Etch Ingredients 2 oz Junipero 1/2 oz Bergamotto liqueur 1/2 oz Chareau aloe liqueur 3 drops citric acid Preparation Stir, coupe, mint leaf and spritz green Chartreuse garnish. Coupe, fresh lemon twist garnish.

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Bar Liqueur Gin Bitters 220

Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In the last two years, I’ve sipped a Tiramisu Martini at a Nashville cocktail bar (see recipe below), spooned up a version dotted with local strawberries in a farmhouse in Burgundy, France, and spotted a green tea-infused take at a Manhattan sushi spot. coffee liqueur 1/4 oz. It’s as timeless as it gets.” Tiramisu Martini 1 1/2 oz.

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Infusions Liqueur Rum Bartending 145

Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This bold cocktail blends chili-infused vodka with luxurious Godiva chocolate liqueur and is topped with sweetened whipping cream. Spice up your holiday celebrations with the Red Hot Santa Tini!

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

cocktail, 5 ounces of the liquid can be anything zero-proof and low-ABV—such as juice, syrups, or liqueurs. “This is where infusions and fat washing are helpful,” says Hirsch. .” “This is where infusions and fat washing are helpful,” says Hirsch. When batching a 750ml (25.3

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Bar Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

CLOUD HOUSE , a brand-new coffee-infused rum that brings together the most unique flavours of Colombia, from the mountains to the sea, is making its worldwide debut in London.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Day 1: A Partridge in a Pear Tree Gin , Liqueur A Partridge in a Pear Tree Ingredients 2 oz - Gin 1 oz - Pear Nectar.5oz 5oz - Elderflower Liqueur.5oz The elderflower liqueur adds a delicate floral touch, while the lemon juice adds a lively citrus zing, creating a well-balanced symphony of flavors. Garnish and enjoy.

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 4, 2024

Ryan Sparks With the sophisticated charm of Highclere Castle Gin, inspired by the timeless elegance of Highclere Castle, the iconic setting of Downtown Abbey, this exquisite gin captures the essence of English heritage and summertime savoring in every sip.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 31, 2024

Gin , Liqueur , Sparkling Wine Hampton 75 Ingredients 3/4 fresh lemon juice 3/4 basil simple syrup 2 dashes orange bitters 1 oz. A classy summer feel. Zach Madle – New Jersey / @The_Pices_Bartender Old world ingredients, new world flair. Taking the classic culture of the Pilgrims and Mayflower times, bringing it into the 21st century.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

“We experiment and derive special cocktails and drinks using their varied knowledge to produce unique, world-infused cocktails, all with a Caribbean and Cayman Islands twist.” Liqueur , Vodka Moustache Ingredients 1 ½ oz. It originated at Rum Point,” says Coro of the tropical community, which sits at the northern tip of the island. “It

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Live Music Live Music Vodka Liqueur 217

Chilled Magazine

JUNE 21, 2024

Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur ¾ oz. Liqueur , Tequila Sizzle and Spice by Angela Wood Ingredients 1 oz. Spicy tamarind mango foam Ingredients 1 oz of Ancho Reyes Chile Ancho Liqueur 2 oz of Raft Pineapple Tamarind syrup.5 Chili Liqueur (I used Giffard Pimente de Espelette) 1/2 oz. Ancho Verde Chili liqueur 1/2 oz.

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Simple Syrup Tequila Shooter Liqueur 246

Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2024

until 2003), hauling pounds of fruit up to her third-floor Brooklyn walk-up to craft small batches of liqueur. Cassis , a modern take on the classic liqueur, which Petach now makes in her Hudson Valley facility and tasting room. It’s less syrupy than most liqueurs, with a more drinkable, aperitif quality. Cassis Spritz 1 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 2, 2024

Silvia approached the world of liqueurs with the same philosophy she used in the kitchen: using few ingredients, but of top quality.” So, what is the magic behind Silvia’s original infusion? This mantra birthed an exciting new aperitivo, L’Aperitivo Nonino BotanicalDrink.

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BarLifeUK

JANUARY 15, 2024

The Neurita Range: Neurita Tequila Blanco – Citrus – 35% abv Winner of the ‘Best Flavoured Tequila’ at the World Tequila Awards 2023, Neurita Tequila Blanco Citrus sees the finest agave tequila infused with fresh Sicilian orange & tangerine fruit extracts. Great for spicy margaritas.

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Tequila Infusions Liqueur Bar 204

Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Each bartender has teamed up with El Mayor Tequila to infuse their unique flair into these creations, blending the rich, smooth essence of fine tequila with the vibrant tastes of the season. Liqueur , Red Wine , Rum , Sherry , Tequila , Vermouth Fortunato’s Fate by Monica Stephen - Denver, CO / @chaosqueensupreme Ingredients 1 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Gin , Liqueur French Jasmine Tonic by Chambord Liqueur Ingredients 3/4 oz. Chambord Liqueur 1 1/2 oz. Gin Cham-Bramble by Chambord Liqueur Ingredients 1 oz. An infusion of tropical paradise and berry bliss. Mozart Chocolate Liqueur 1/4 oz. X-Rated Passion Fruit Liqueur 1 oz. Check them out below.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 28, 2024

Beverage Director Kevin Beary has infused the global rums found in the traditional tropical cocktail, and we have the recipe below for you to try at home! Liqueur , Rum 1944 Trader Vic Mai Tai Ingredients 1 oz. Aged Jamaican Rum 1 oz. 100-Proof Blanc Rhum Agricole ½ oz. Dry Curaçao 1 oz.

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