Rob Roy
The Rob Roy is a 19th-century cocktail consisting of scotch whisky, sweet vermouth, and bi...
Taaka Vodka
The quality of the product is a direct reflection of the care that goes into its productio...
Blue Lagoon
Everything you need to know about the Blue Lagoon is right in the name. Tall, refreshing a...
Flying Dutchman
There was Genever before Gin. Originating in the Netherlands, this grain spirit was create...
Daiquiri
Long before it became an umbrella category for a massive number of variations and riffs, t...
Is Costco’s Irish Whiskey Any Good? We Did a Taste Test to Find Out.
I am neither a big fan of Irish whiskey nor a cheap shopper. But on a recent Tuesday after...
Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned is arguably the most well-known whiskey cocktail in the world. Essential...
Bronx
The Brooklyn cocktail is a fascinating historical concoction. Its distinct blend of sweet,...
Negroni
Easy to make and refreshingly bitter, the Negroni is said to have been invented in Florenc...
Hot Shot
In some ways, layered shots are a holdover. With the exception of the occasional club or p...
Washington Apple
The Washington Apple is a crisp, tart cocktail that is a breeze to make and even easier to...
Everything You Need to Know About Agave Nectar
If there are not a few bottles of agave nectar in your bar cabinet, you are missing out on...
Irish Shot
The Irish Shot is a 1979 invention that quickly took off in Irish pubs and other bars arou...
Red Hook
One of the most recognizable cocktails in the world, the Manhattan is praised for its comp...
Bushwacker
If you like Piña Coladas and Mudslides, you’ll love this sweet and creamy concoction that...
Orange Blossom
During the dark days of Prohibition, good drinks weren’t always easy to come by. To mask t...
Mudslide
The Mudslide—a combination of vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream, and heavy cream—is the q...
Horse’s Neck
A Horse's Neck was first offered as a cool glass of nonalcoholic ginger ale in the late 18...
Sidecar
The Sidecar, with a century of history behind it, is probably the most famous of all class...
Verdita
"A shot/chaser combo is a terrific way to bring some fun and levity to a beverage menu, an...
Pisco Sour
Chile and Peru bicker fiercely over the Pisco Sour’s origin (and that of pisco, too), but...
Champs-Élysées
Green chartreuse, lemon juice, simple syrup, bitters, and cognac are the components of the...
Ramos Gin Fizz
Many cocktail origin stories are shrouded in murky lore, but the Ramos Gin Fizz is an exce...
Heated Affair
Tequila is an alcoholic spirit with many uses, but it is most known for being used in marg...
Salty Dog
The Salty Dog is a lot friendlier than it sounds. This classic cocktail is a modified Grey...
Floradora
The Floradora initially appears to be a variation on a Tom Collins, with raspberry syrup i...
Bee’s Knees
The Bee’s Kees is a Prohibition-era cocktail featuring gin, lemon juice and honey. The uni...
Polar Bear
The Bon Vivants, a San Francisco bar group, and their flagship establishment Trick Dog are...
Long Island Iced Tea
The Long Island Iced Tea was popularized in the 1970s and remains a beloved drink. It’s po...
Lagerita
An enjoyable take on the traditional margarita is the Lagerita! Perfect for hot days, the...