Tag: vermouth

Derby Cocktail

Sound the bugle and grab your nicest hat, the Kentucky Derby is tomorrow. That means Churchill Downs will be swarming with people cheering on their favorite steed and enjoying a bourbon-based cocktail. While the Mint Julep is most definitely the cocktail of choice, there are plenty of other options out there. Actually there’s really only… Continue reading Derby Cocktail

Rob Roy

My husband and I love cocktails. When we go out to dinner, we never look at the wine list. Instead we ask to see the cocktail menu, especially if there’s a page (or two) devoted to martinis. My alcohol of choice has always been vodka, and hubs’ has always been scotch. He’s even gotten a… Continue reading Rob Roy

Satan’s Whiskers (Straight)

Just like last week, this week’s cocktail has a Halloween theme. It’s even orange. Today I’m making a drink for all those people who are planning to or have ever dressed up like the King (or Queen) of Hell. Today’s cocktail is the Satan’s Whiskers… the straight version. No, I’m not referring to Satan’s sexual… Continue reading Satan’s Whiskers (Straight)

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

Martinez – The Perfect Father’s Day Cocktail

I’ve been missing the past few weeks because the newest member of our family has finally arrived. Yes, Thomas Julian has finally made his presence known after nine long months of stretching and wiggling around inside me. He was well worth the wait as everything has been going swimmingly thus far. (I know it’s only… Continue reading Martinez – The Perfect Father’s Day Cocktail