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…own interests? To that end, welcome to MANHATTAN MADNESS. There are few cocktails more deserving of in-depth study than the Manhattan. At its most essential, it consists of two parts…

…occupy space on your shelf, as it will see a lot of use. Suggested: Cuba Libre; Screwdriver; Cape Codder Cocktail glass: The classic cocktail glass is an absolute must for…

…of, you know, a substantive one. Liberty Cocktail When it comes to mixed drinks, it’s fine and dandy to be able to whip together a pousse-café or perform the particular…

…the gin swapped out for whiskey. This jaunty fellow is superb as an aperitif or for any occasion which demands a simple, classic, refined cocktail. It’s a breeze to prepare…

…return with word of an original cocktail or two. While I practice my Czech, read on for this weekend’s featured drink. The Merry Widow Since we were on the subject…

…Lemon or orange peel for garnish (or neither) Pour the gin and Lillet into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake enthusiastically until cold, and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish…

The Kentucky Derby is this weekend, and you may be headed to a party or hosting one of your own. You may even be making the pilgrimage to Churchill Downs…

…of spearmint Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice, including the whole spearmint leaves. Shake vigorously to blend it. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. You’ll see shredded…

…accompaniment to a full day and a chilly night than a cocktail that relies on a bountiful crop of apples? Moderation usually fails me there, too. The Jack Rose 2…

…law. Which reminds me: you know what usually helps with that sort of thing? The Scofflaw This may be one of my new all-time favorites. A classic Prohibition-era cocktail from…

…in the weird bottle 1/2 oz St. Germain elderflower liqueur Add ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well, and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. You may…

…to agree. This is a cocktail that is all about alcohol, and there’s no getting around it. That doesn’t mean it tastes bad, but it just might not be to…

…The same idea applies to a good cocktail. So much of our experience with food and drink is contextual – if you’re having a good time, it will taste better….

…truly plastered – the very thing to help you choke down a plate of execrable tamales. It’s a dreadful common cocktail; the commonest tequila drink of them all. It needn’t…

…and proceeded to our final stop: The Cocktail Club of Charleston. You can find it on King Street, above The Macintosh (more about them later). The interior is all exposed…

…to maintain that latter element in this weekend’s article, I thought I might deviate a bit from the former to mark the passing of Maya Angelou. I was no great…

…the lime, the sweet liqueur contributes to a balanced, seasonal cocktail. Berentzen Washington Apple This next cocktail suggestion is also fantastically simple, which could be a boon if Uncle Jim…

…this society, there have been some triumphs born of looking back. This is especially true in the realm of cocktails and spirits. A renewed consideration for the taste of our…

…the legacy of Henry Tudor is worthy of commemoration. Thankfully we have just the thing. The Vonier This is an original cocktail recipe sent to me by a reader who…

…cocktail is incredibly obvious. In this confused modern era, you’re likely to watch a bartender dump all the ingredients in a shaker and pour the whole mixture into a tumbler….

…from potato, grain, or jet fuel, I thought I’d start with a cocktail. Those refined souls on the Internet did not fail me, and came up with what I think…

…spice, but it isn’t the star. At different points along the way, this cocktail reminded me of a port, or sangria, or mulled wine. But the tart of the lemon…

…a cocktail shaker with a few ice cubes. Shake it until you think you’ve shaken it a bit too much. Then shake it for another few seconds. Strain into a…

…sugar this drink becomes very heavy. This is not a cocktail I’d have more than once in a single evening, but as always I leave the matter entirely to your…

…not just by putting you on the floor (though that might still happen). This week’s cocktail is an excellent example of how to ease into an appreciation of tequila. La…

…at some point. I suggest you do likewise, whenever you have a moment. Bourbon Mint Tea In keeping with our theme, this cocktail has a prep time of more than…

…little town and exploring its side streets. While you’re there, I also recommend stopping in to a very fine cocktail bar called Apotheka. The gentlemen there do great work and…

…been a mania for good bourbon in recent years as people have rediscovered a love for finely crafted cocktails and liquors, and Pappy Van Winkle has been the focus of…

…town. You may have heard of Husk and it’s famous Manhattan, or the Gin Joint with its selection of craft cocktails, but Charleston contains multitudes. From dives that reek of…

I was driving around town the weekend after Halloween, just a few days into November. The windows were down; the cool air and bright sun meant I was quite comfortable…

…the drink to be found online and at your local bar, but the above will set your standard. From that, drink as you like. Bonus Summer Cocktail: Gordon’s Cup For…

VIENNA, Austria — We arrived in Vienna to rain and an unseasonable (so we were told) chill in the air. After the heat in Budapest, I was more than a…

…to show you that the world continues to underestimate our capacity for juvenile amusements. It’s still not common, but with the resurgence in craft cocktails it is becoming more appreciated…

I was twenty-three, sitting at the bar at Louis Armstrong International, waiting for a bus to come and pick me up to take me to Mississippi. I was there with…

It’s cold. Bitterly cold. As I write, much of the United States suffers under a meteorological phenomenon known as a polar vortex, which to my untrained ear sounds more like…

…task of determining which artisan bitters would best accompany which small-batch bourbon. Your head is muddled enough by the prospect of coming in on the weekend; how can you be…