Also known as Bermuda’s poem-in-a-glass, the Dark and Stormy is a combination of dark rum and ginger beer. Traditionally, the Dark and Stormy is made with Goslings Black seal Rum and Goslings ginger beer. There is something about the...
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MINT JULEP
The Mint Julep is associated with the Ketucky Derby, but this refreshing bourbon cocktail is good anytime of the year. The Mint Julep is a cocktail made with a little bit of sugar, lots of crushed ice, and a...
MOSCOW MULE
The Moscow Mule is a refreshing cocktail made with Vodka and ginger beer. The drink is traditionally served with a very dry, spicy beer; Jamaican brands are the best. If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, you can use a...
BLACK RUSSIAN
The Black Russian may be the easiest cocktail going. You only need two ingredients: Vodka and Kahlua. The following recipe produces a drink on the dry side. If you prefer a sweeter drink, feel free to add more Kahlua....
LONG ISLAND ICED TEA
The Long Island Iced Tea looks and tastes like traditional iced tea, but there is no tea in the drink. You’ll want to sip this innocent looking drink. While the Long Island Iced Tea can be very refreshing, if...
GIN BRAMBLE
The Gin Bramble (also sometimes called a Mississippi Mule) is an easy gin based cocktail that is dry with a hint of sweetness. If you substitute vodka for the gin, you will have a vodka bramble. 1 1/2 ounces...
TOM COLLINS
On a hot day there are few things more refreshing than a tall glass of ice cold lemonade. Add an ounce or two of gin and a bit of seltzer water and you basically have the cocktail known as...
KIR ROYALE
For this Martini Monday, we are venturing into the regal territory of the sparkling wine cocktail. The Kir, as it was originally known, originated in the Dijon region of Burgundy, France, using two of the regions top products: white...
CLASSIC MARGARITA RECIPE
If I am served one more margarita made with store bought mix, I am going to scream. Those store bought mixes are filled with corn syrup, artificial coloring, and artificial flavors. The rationale for buying already prepared margarita mix...
THE MANHATTAN COCKTAIL
The Manhattan cocktail is called whiskey’s answer to the Martini. This cocktail is a simple combination of whiskey, sweet vermouth, and a maraschino cherries. Story has it that during prohibition, Canadian whiskey was all that was available, so now,...
CLASSIC MARTINI
There are many variations on this drink – many different flavors for many different tastes and styles. However, every gentleman (and lady) should know how to make a classic martini. The drink is simple – two ingredients – and...
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