Gin Daisy

Spring officially started this week and Easter is on Sunday, so I thought a cocktail that goes by the name Daisy would be apropos. Easter and spring are all about rebirth. Flowers are blooming, leaves are reappearing on trees and there seem to be puppies and baby birds everywhere. (Did you know it was National… Continue reading Gin Daisy

Scotch and Soda

I know what you’re thinking: “Scotch and soda? That’s not an interesting classic cocktail. That’s a drink that anyone can make anywhere, no matter what condition you’re in. It certainly doesn’t deserve a post.” While you’re probably right, Sunday is Father’s Day. What does Father’s Day have to do with a Scotch and Soda? Well,… Continue reading Scotch and Soda

Barware

Spring is officially here. The sun is shining, the days are longer, there are bright green leaves on the trees and flowers are starting to bloom. It’s the perfect time to pull out those bright Hawaiian shirts, Bermuda shorts, frilly summer dresses and strappy sandals. But all that outdoor wear can’t go to waste. Now… Continue reading Barware

Hatch Chile Ice Cubes and a Giveaway

Today I thought I’d spice things up a bit… literally. I know it’s usually my cocktail day, but since summer’s drawing to a close, I thought I’d do something that goes in one of those classic cocktails instead of the cocktail itself. Other than the liquor what could possibly go into a classic cocktail? Ice… Continue reading Hatch Chile Ice Cubes and a Giveaway

Boulevardier Cocktail

And we’re back! Last week I took a break from my weekly cocktail post so I could participate in Lucky Leaf’s virtual summer potluck. So, if you were concerned that I would no longer be making retro cocktails and sharing their history with you, don’t fret because today it’s back to our regularly scheduled programming.… Continue reading Boulevardier Cocktail

Stinger

When most people talk about stingers they always seem to mention Cary Grant playing a navy pilot in Kiss Them for Me and shouting “Stingers, and keep them coming”. I however, have never seen this movie which is a surprise since I’m a huge Cary Grant fan and have seen some of his more obscure… Continue reading Stinger