Tag: Recipe
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What I’m Drinking Now: Autumn Sour
Autumn is upon us good hackers and what better way to celebrate the season than with a cocktail! Â Wanting a drink reminiscent of fall with flavors to match, I reached for whiskey, apple and a touch of cinnamon and came out with a cocktail that’s easy to drink and very tasty. Autumn Sour 1…
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What I’m Drinking Now: Wildfire Sunset
I love mezcal.  It’s like tequila’s rougher, somewhat crazy cousin.  I love the smoke, the sharpness and the depth of flavors.  I had some orange juice in the fridge and decided to try a Tequila Sunrise with some smokey mezcal in place of the tequila.  Behold, friends, the Wildfire Sunset. Wildfire Sunset 2 oz Smokey Mezcal…
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Review – Landy VSOP Cognac
Cognac is a classic cocktail staple and Landy is a strong contender for the only Cognac I need in my bar at all. Â Landy has a light amber hue but the nose is where it really starts to get interesting. Â Stone fruits and specifically black cherry are the stars with vanilla, maple and spice notes…
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Review – The New Old Bar
Guest post by Elisabeth, Cocktail Hacktress in training. The New Old Bar is a cocktail book authored by The Hearty Boys (Steve McDonagh and Dan Smith). The Hearty Boys have gathered a great collection of cocktail and snack recipes for your enjoyment. The book is very attractive, with great pictures and easy to read text.…
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What I’m Drinking Now: Blueberry Tequila Fizz
The family wanted an interesting cocktail for Easter so I used my cocktail super powers* and sprang into action. I wanted tequila as the base, but wanted the cocktail be fresh, fruity and light. I opted for blueberry juice and found meyer lemons at the market which added a nice touch of sourness and added…