The Alexander, comprising gin, crème de cacao and cream, is thought to have originated early in the 20th century, certainly before 1915, evidenced by an equal parts recipe appearing in Hugo Ensslin's 1916 Recipes for Mixed Drinks.
Adapted from a recipe created 2nd October 2013 by New York bartender Zac Overman while experimenting at home. His Trinidad Colada a.k.a. Angostura Colada debuted at the Sunken Harbor Club in Brooklyn when it opened on 23 January 2014.
The Chartreuse Swizzle is a refreshing and unique cocktail that blends the herbal sweetness of Chartreuse with the tropical flavors of pineapple and lime.
The Colleen Bawn is a classic cocktail with a rich history. It's a flip-style drink, meaning it includes a whole egg (both yolk and white) that is shaken vigorously to create a frothy texture.
Creamy, rich Coquito may be a classic Puerto Rican holiday drink, but don't let the seasons limit you—this combination of rum, milk, coconut, and spices tastes great any time of year.
Eggnog is a creamy, festive cocktail that's perfect for the holiday season. It's made with a base of eggs, sugar, milk, and cream, and is typically flavored with spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. Alcohol, such as brandy, rum, or bourbon, is often added to give it a kick.
The Elk's Own is a classic cocktail with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. It's a complex and flavorful drink that blends the warmth of rye whiskey with the sweetness of port wine, balanced by tart lemon juice and a touch of sweetness from simple syrup. The addition of egg white creates a smooth, frothy texture.
Falernum is a versatile and flavorful syrup with a rich history in Caribbean and tiki cocktails. It typically contains a blend of lime, ginger, almond, and cloves, creating a complex and balanced flavor profile.
Flips originally comprised rum or brandy, beer and molasses or sugar, mixed together then heated with a red-hot poker which caramelised the drink and made it bubble and froth. Over time, a tin or copper vessel known as an ale-warmer replaced the poker. Helped by sailors, the Flip crossed the Atlantic where President George Washington became a notable Flip drinker. Here is one of the first complete recipes for a flip from The Cooks Oracle:
To make a quart of Flip: Put the Ale on the fire to warm, beat up three or four Eggs with four ounces of moist Sugar, a teaspoon full of grated Nutmeg or Ginger, and a quartern of good old Rum or Brandy. When the Ale is near to boil put it into one pitcher, and the Rum and the Eggs, etc into another; turn it from one pitcher into another until it is smooth as cream. The Cooks Oracle, 1822
This recipe came from Dale DeGroff in December 2012 who said: "A personal favourite, adapted from a recipe from Jerry Thomas' 1862 How to Mix Drinks: a totally different take on eggnog – made as a single-serve drink it includes a raw egg, so you need to shake the hell out of it."
The Haunted House cocktail is a spooky and delicious drink that's perfect for Halloween or any other spooky occasion. It's made with bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice, and a variety of spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The drink is garnished with a cinnamon stick and a lemon wheel, making it both festive and festive.
Jasper's Mix is a rum-based cocktail mix that is popular in Jamaica. It is a simple syrup made with lime juice, sugar, Angostura Aromatic Bitters, and nutmeg. It is typically used to make rum punches, but it can also be used to make other cocktails.
Jasper’s Rum Punch is a classic drink that requires a little prep, but is well worth the effort! Jasper LeFranc was a respected bartender who created a secret mix that he used in all his original drinks. Thankfully, he eventually gave up the secret. It’s a blend of four ingredients that are easy to source. The result’s a sweet, sour, and spicy combo that adds big flavor to this punch. Just add rum! Cheers!
In his 1948 The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks, David Embury's says "At some bars a drink served under the name of "Millionaire" which consists of lime juice, slow gin, and Apricot Liqueur, with a few dashes of Jamaica rum. Since the sloe gin, which is a liqueur, predominates in this drink, I do not regard it as a true cocktail." Embury is more complimentary of what he calls a "Millionaire Royal", proclaiming it to be "a very satisfactory drink."
The Painkiller is a rich and fruity tropical drink that is a specialty of the British Virgin Islands. A relative of the Piña Colada, there are a few key differences you need to know in order to make this drink right.
The Philadelphia Fish House Punch is a classic punch recipe that has been enjoyed for centuries. It's a rich and complex drink with a balance of sweetness, acidity, and spirit.
The Pink Squirrel cocktail is boozy, creamy and easy to make. It combines the unusual liqueur, creme de noyaux, with creme de cacao and heavy cream, and ties to a legendary Midwest cocktail bar.
The Sherry Flip is a classic cocktail that has been around since the 1800s. It is a rich and creamy drink that is perfect for sipping on a cold winter day. The cocktail is made with sherry, egg, sugar, and spices.
Wassail is a warm, spiced beverage with a rich history dating back to ancient England. It's traditionally made with mulled cider, ale, or wine, sweetened with honey or sugar, and flavored with warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. It is often spiked with brandy and/or sherry.
