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Tonight’s cocktail is a very interesting one – and not one I would have ever really considered – but wow, is it tasty! A strange mix of ingredients (well, what I believe to be strange) really makes this cocktail shine in flavor and looks. Let’s get to enjoying this Friday evening with a wonderfully crafted tipple – the honey hued Alfonso Special! Save Print Alfonso Special Prep time: 5 mins Total time: 5 mins Serves: 1 Ingredients 1½ oz Gran Imperial (or Grand Marnier) ¾ oz dry gin ¾ oz dry vermouth 2 tsp sweet vermouth dash or two of angostura bitters Instructions Combine the ingredients with ice and swirl to chill the cocktail well. Strain into a cocktail…
Here we are, Friday again, and I have another cocktail recipe to share. This cocktail is a wonderful holiday party drink that differs from the typical bar served ‘Champagne cocktail’. Try this one and I think you will agree this drink is far superior to the standard one you have been served in the past! Just remember, never shake a cocktail with champagne in it! Save Print Classic Champagne Cocktail Ingredients 1 sugar cube 15 drops of Angostura bitters 1 oz brandy or cognac champagne orange peel cherries Instructions Chill a martini or coupe (preferred) glass by filling with ice and letting it stand for a few minutes. Empty the ice from the glass. Add the sugar cube and drop the bitters onto the cube…
Earlier this year, I was perusing a book on old style cocktails from very high end establishments around the world. I came across this smoked old fashioned and decided to try it. With a few adjustments, I found something that has never failed to impress and delight friends and acquaintances. Now, I want to share it with you so you can share it with your friends! Save Print Smoked Old Fashioned Prep time: 5 mins Total time: 5 mins Serves: 1 Earlier this year, I was perusing a book on old style cocktails from very high end establishments around the world. I came across this smoked old fashioned and decided to try it. With a few adjustments, I found something that has never failed…