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10 Christmas Cocktails That Will Fill You With Cheer (Best Drink for the Holidays)

Christmas cocktails, the gift that keeps on giving jolly cheer. Let us know which of these 10 cocktails old St. Nick would stop to drink by the fireplace.

Spirits & Recipes

Mint Julep Recipe & Ingredients (with Easy Step-by-Step Video) 

There are many ingredients that go into making the classic Mint Julep cocktail, but the most important ones are Bourbon, Sugar, Water, and Crushed or Shaved Ice.

Spirits & Recipes

Negroni Cocktail Recipe & Ingredients (with Easy Step-by-Step Video)

Discover why the Negroni isn't just another bitter cocktail - it's a century-old Italian masterpiece that's survived every trend. Learn the perfect ratios, best spirits, and insider tips to nail this classic every time.

Spirits & Recipes

Tom Collins Cocktail Recipe & Ingredients (with Easy Step-by-Step Video) 

You cant mention classic cocktails without bringing up the Tom Collins. The Tom Collins Cocktail is a refreshing drink perfect for the summer.

Spirits & Recipes

Pina Colada Cocktail Recipe (with Easy Step-by-Step Video) 

Do you like Pina Coladas... What about getting lost in the Rain. The Pina Colada is without a doubt one of our favorite summertime drinks.

Spirits & Recipes

Espresso Martini Cocktail Recipe (with Easy Step-by-Step Video) 

A famous supermodel walks into a bar and says "I want a drink that'll wake me up and F@#K me up!" Bartender Dick Bradsell christens "The Espresso Martini"

Spirits & Recipes

Pisco Sour Cocktail Recipe (with Easy Step-by-Step Video) 

The Pisco Sour has gone global. But what is the story behind his south American cocktail? And how can we make it at home? let's dive right in.

Bartending & Mixology, Spirits & Recipes

Pink Squirrel Cocktail Recipe (with Easy Step-by-Step Video)

Let’s talk about the cocktail that puts the pink in vintage drink! Born in Milwaukee when swing was king, the Pink Squirrel ... Read more

Culture & Community

Cocktail Glasses: The Ultimate Glassware Guide for Beginners

This is the ultimate guide to cocktail glasses. In this guide, you will learn about the different cocktail glasses, their history, and how to maintain them.

Bartending & Mixology

What is Rye Whiskey? And How’s it Different from Bourbon?

What is rye whiskey? And what makes it different from the other whiskeys out there? Let’s dive into what makes rye whiskey a must-have for your home bar.

Bartending & Mixology

What is Gin? (The Strange Story Behind This Bold Spirit)

For those who haven’t grown to appreciate gin yet, we made this short and accessible guide on everything you should know about gin.

Bartending & Mixology

What are Bitters Anyway? And Why Your Home Bar Needs A Dash

What are bitters? And why are they essential in building some of the most classic cocktails we know? Let's explore the wonderful world of bitters.

Hanky Panky

Hanky Panky

The only kind of hanky panky I indulge in is the cocktail – it’s a lot smoother and has no regrets. Come on in and give it a try.

Grog, Traditional

Grog, Traditional

The grog is the 1700s cocktail that made sailors see straight and made landlubbers seasick, and did a fine job keeping the scurvy at bay.

Navy Grog

Navy Grog

The navy grog is a very close relative to the traditional grog, just that the navy adds some minor tweaks to the original recipe. Both are delicious.

Golden Girl

Golden Girl

Drinking a Golden Girl is like sipping on gold. Refreshing, dazzling, and worth its weight in richness. I decided not to make a Golden Girls reference.

Golden Dawn

Golden Dawn

Sipping a Golden Dawn cocktail is like experiencing spiritual enlightenment in a glass – without the need for meditation or incantations.

Godfather/Godmother

Godfather/Godmother

The godfather reflects the strong and classic qualities of the character and the cocktail, made with equal parts of scotch and amaretto liqueur.

Frozen Blue Hawaiian

Frozen Blue Hawaiian

Imagine drinking the Frozen Blue Hawaiian cocktail, knee deep in crystal clear ocean water, staring at the sunset, listening to the crashing of waves.

French Flamingo

French Flamingo

Like a pink flamingo in a Parisian garden, the French Flamingo cocktail is a beautiful, elegant and whimsical sip of summer.

French 75

French 75

Sipping a French 75 is like firing a shot of sophistication and sparkle, with a Champagne kick that always hits the target.

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