Presented by Cooks’ World and Pinnacle Wine & Liquor Several weeks ago, I presented a tasting of Patrón’s premium tequilas, and first—as I always do—I checked the brand’s website to see if they have any interesting “signature” cocktails I can use in tastings. They do. Credit where credit is due: Patrón is pricey, but they … Continue reading Cocktail of the Week: Bee Positive
Green Chartreuse
Cooks’ World/Pinnacle Liquor Cocktail of the Week: Champs Élysée
This cocktail recipe is almost 100 years old (at least) as it appeared first in the recipe collection “Drinks Long and Short” in 1925. It took an appearance in Harry Craddock’s 1930 Savoy Cocktail Book, to popularize the drink. For my fellow travelers who never took French classes—click here to learn the correct pronunciation. The … Continue reading Cooks’ World/Pinnacle Liquor Cocktail of the Week: Champs Élysée
Tipperary No. 1
It’s a Tipperary Twofer! Just in case any of you are celebrating a little late this evening. A bonus recipe (not that you paid for the first one, of course) on St. Patrick’s Day 2022. This one isn’t completely green, but my color consultant tells me it’s amber ... much closer to the color of … Continue reading Tipperary No. 1
The Broadmoor
When I came across this recipe last year, I though it might be named after the famous Broadmoor resort hotel in Colorado Springs, which has a fairly noted bar—The Golden Bee. But no. It turns out this cocktail originated in London, England, around 2001 and is named for the high-security Broadmoor psychiatric hospital west of … Continue reading The Broadmoor
The “Last Wörd” – and Intro to Aquavit
Aquavit (alternative spelling: akvavit) is a Nordic spirit--a distillation of grain or potato alcohol, flavored with herbs and botanicals. The most common, dominant flavoring is from caraway, usually with a strong flavor of dill as well. Styles of aquavit vary, and it usually includes other spices as well – anise, coriander, citrus, fennel, and savory … Continue reading The “Last Wörd” – and Intro to Aquavit
The Libation Lounge 