Labor Day Libations – A Toast to the Co-worker

September 2, 2010

You work hard. And in honor of the American Labor Day holiday, here’s a salute to you and your co-workers.

From the beloved micromanager to the shameless self-promoter, it’s easy to match a cocktail to each personality.

You’ll probably recognize at least one of the employee “types” in this list. May you’ll identify yourself. [click to continue…]

First Shot – VeeV the Spirit of Açaí

August 31, 2010

Is it possible to have a cocktail that leaves you feeling better the morning after? The shocking answer might just be yes! The key is in the ingredients.

VeeV is a new spirit distilled from Idaho grains and infused with Açaí, a berry that some consider one of the healthiest foods on the planet. VeeV fuses this fruit with all-natural ingredients and a handcrafted, column distilled base wheat spirit. The result is a smooth 60 proof liqueur that balances the tangy Açaí , citrus flavors and alcohol in an infinitely mixable fashion. [click to continue…]

Miss Cocktail – Emmy Award Party Cocktails

August 27, 2010

Sunday’s Emmy Awards is a great excuse to invite some friends over and toast last season’s entertainment. Might we suggest a few cocktails to get the party started? In full disclosure, some of these drinks have simply been renamed to better fit the occasion. But they are so good we think you’ll forgive us.
Glee [...]

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Gotta Have It – Hennessy’s “Very Special” Flask Sleeve

August 26, 2010

Hennessy knows and understands its patrons’ need to be bold, standout individuals. And to prove it they’ve created first-ever flagon dressing that lets your personal style shine.
The limited edition Hennessy V.S flask sleeve protected by a vibrantly colored silicon “skin” holds 200ml of the smooth spirit. Its slim profile, light weight and ingenious opening system [...]

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Vintage Brandy Cocktails – 1936

August 23, 2010

We went back to the vault to look up some older recipes with our favorite spirits. What we found was a list of the world’s most famous cocktails in 1936, plus a hand full eclipsed by modern marketing. So we invite you to step back in time and raise a glass as we celebrate some [...]

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Mixing Annex – Pousse Cafe

August 16, 2010

Voulez-vous pousse avec moi? But of course.
Layered cocktails separate the men from the boys in the mixology profession. It is a steady hand, simple physics and luck that makes these potent potions pure art.

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Destinations with a Twist – Libations from the Deep

August 4, 2010

Florida. Home of the hurricanes, shark feedings, and theme parks. Miss Cocktail was looking for a way to include all three in a feature and on a recent visit to Hawk’s Cay it came to us: how about a story on drinks from the deep? Great idea, since the Florida Keys has some of the [...]

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Miss Cocktail – Kick the Cosmo

July 25, 2010

Yeah, we all love Cosmopolitans, but don’t you think it’s time for a change? To bravely explore the rest of the cocktail world and take your friends with you?
Don’t get me wrong, Cosmopolitans make delicious status sippers. It’s just nice to have another drink handy to energize your taste-buds.
And we have three suggestions [...]

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What to Order – 2010 Summer Edition

July 12, 2010

Tired of the same old drinks night after night? Not sure what to order when out with co-workers? No problem. Here are suggestions to spice up the night.

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What to Order – 2010 Late Spring Edition

May 22, 2010

Tired of the same old drinks night after night? Not sure what to order when out with co-workers? No problem. Here are suggestions to spice up the night.
For her
Malibu and Diet
Amaretto Sour
For him
Captain and Coke
Whiskey Sour
Designated driver
Cranberry and tonic

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Chic Champagne Cocktails

May 27, 2010

As things start to heat up across the states, it is time to bring out some cool drinks. And what better way than to bust out the bubbly – especially since there is so much to celebrate this time of year!

Cosmopolitan Champagne Cocktail
French 75
French Flirt
London 24

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Name Dropping – A Nod to the Brands

May 23, 2010

Every May, Intangible Business releases the Power 100 annual survey of the world’s leading drinks brands. Instead of lauding the top 10, which included Chivas Regal, Absolut, Ballantine’s, Captain Morgan, Hennessy, Jack Daniel’s, Martini Vermouth, Smirnoff, Bacardi and Johnny Walker, let’s instead toast some of the star performers:

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Caribbean Party Punches

May 21, 2010

Theme parties are one of the best ways to entice friends to your home. They were the height of popularity in the 1960s when the swinger generation was emerging and still manage to capture a crowd. Here are some sipping suggestions for a Caribbean themed gathering:
Climb the Giri Giri Tree
Curacao Wine Punch
Maho Bay Plantation [...]

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Give It To Me Straight – Small Batch Bourbon

May 24, 2010

Ask any master distiller of bourbon about the appropriate way to enjoy the spirit, and you’ll hear the same thing – bourbon is for sipping.
The process of making bourbon is an elaborate art that mirrors the making of a craftsman’s whiskey. It must rest at least two years in charred oak barrels to be considered [...]

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Vintage Cocktails – 1934

May 31, 2010

We went back to the vault to check on some early versions of our favorite cocktails. What we found was a list of the world’s most famous cocktails in 1934. It is amazing how many still hold their appeal. A toast to the top 5.

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Miss Cocktail – Infusion Enthusiasm

June 1, 2010

Infusion seems to be the rage again this summer, most likely because it is both versatile and extremely simple to do. All that is needed is an airtight container, fruit and spices and some alcohol.

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All-American Cocktails

June 21, 2010

America. The very word conjures up images of grand canyons, Rock ‘N Roll, and Hollywood — and Bourbon. That’s right, Bourbon. Congress passed an act declaring it America’s official drink, as well it should be. But for those of us whose tastes run a little sweeter might we suggest the southern states’ very own Southern Comfort.

To get in the spirit of July, the month that gave birth to the good ‘ol United States, we suggest you stock up on these amber-colored liquors, and get ready to enjoy a taste of the real America.

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First Shot: Hennessey Black the Done Different Cognac

June 14, 2010
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Will Hennessey Black be known as the mixing cognac? It may be too soon to say. Our tasters have yet to sample the libation but the buzz is strong that this creative blend of eaux-de-vie aged in oak can stand-alone or punch up a stale old cocktail.

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Summer Sippers – Fresh Fruit Margaritas

June 15, 2010

It’s okay to like margaritas. Really, it is true. Despite popular opinion, they really aren’t a girly drink. Unless you mix them with sweet exotic fruit so you can’t taste the alcohol, dress them up with umbrellas and flowers then serve it in a fru-fru glass with girly garnishes and feminine names.
A true margarita should [...]

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Seasonal Sippers: Cool Cocktails for a Crowd

June 27, 2010

Summer is here and that means lots of friends just stopping by. Having beverages pre-made by the pitcher allows a host to mingle and enjoy the party too.
But will the quality suffer? Not in our test kitchen.
Still there is one thing hosts ought to know – just because you’ve made a pitcher doesn’t [...]

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Destinations with a Twist: California’s Cocktails

July 4, 2010

Miss Cocktail had a chance to visit some of her favorite Southern California hot spots and enjoy the local flavor. The top hosts managed the evening with pitchers of cool, fresh drinks that matched both the weather and the mood. The only exception was Beverly Hills where, as expected, each drink is individual, one of [...]

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Vintage Havana Cocktails

July 9, 2010

Constantino Ribalaigua was the undisputed Cocktail King of Cuba. He ruled from Havana’s Bar Florida (La Floridita), creating and improving our favorite standards from 1912 – 1952. His bar was actually considered the cradle of the frozen daiquiri. Here he crafted the famous Papa Dobles, often called the Hemmingway Daiquiri named for his frequent [...]

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Mixing Annex – Key to Spirit Specific Gravity

August 16, 2010

Layering spirits is one of the original drink preparation techniques, most popular throughout Europe in the late 1800s and early 1900s. But many say it was elevated to artistry in New Orleans during the late 19th century. Known as pousse-cafes, bartenders created eye-catching beverages by floating level upon level of liquor, liqueur, and syrup.
This is [...]

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