Darcy at Art of Drink looks at some old world thirst quenchers, Oxymel and Switchel, and creates a new one called Oxymelon.
The simple, yet lovable, Rye and Ginger
The classic Margarita recipe, dissected and critiqued.
Grand Duke's Nectar, a fancy drink from the 1870's, and one created for Russian Royalty by an American bartender.
The Filby Cocktail, winner of the 1979 Paris bartending competition. Created by Peter Brennan (England).
The Moral Suasion cocktail from 1873, a must try discovery.
A historical dissertation on the Rum Shrub
The Finlandia Cup bartending competition.
A recreation of the Hoar Frost cocktail from 1934, with a completely sugar coated glass.
The Balvenie Signature Twelve release celebrates Malt Master David Stewart 45th year in the industry
A modern version of the venerable Claret Cup
Interesting drink from the Philippines, circa 1899, with a touch of tiki.
The Peach Blow, a great later summer fizz, resurrected from 1909
Long lost cocktail from the 1965 International Bartenders’ Association cocktail competition.
Seasonal, local ingredients being put to good use.
Bourbon & Birch Old Fashioned