Tequila! A Celebration

July 5, 2011

At Cocktail.com we’re going to celebrate National Tequila Day, July 24th with our favorite margaritas with a twist. Two reasons for this: 1. We love tequila 2. Fresh fruit Scratching you head? Fresh fruit not only makes for the best flavored margaritas but also cuts the calories and makes the carb counters happy. At this [...]

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Three cheers for Captain America!

May 30, 2011

Are you holding out for a hero? The wait is over! This summer’s Fourth of July favorite is more than just a mindless, explosion frenzied slash fest with muscular hunks wrapped in plastic. It’s a reason to expand your beverage making repertoire and show a little patriotism.

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Port in a Storm

May 30, 2011

Hurricane season is upon us and so is an interesting drink-creating contest. We figure it’s okay to mix the two. First the Sandeman Mix It Up challenge: There are a lot of contests out there, but very few of them have an entry bar as tasty as “make up a cocktail,” or a prize as [...]

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Five for Cinco De Mayo

April 18, 2011

Among our favorite Spring drinking holidays, Cinco de Mayo has the best food! Mexican cuisine is so vibrant and flavorful and so are the companion cocktails. This year we wanted to give a variety of beverages that evoke both the spirit of Cinco de Mayo and a sophisticated charm of cocktail culture and we think [...]

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For The Love Of The Irish

March 7, 2011

St. Patrick’s Day is more than an excuse to drink and cheer the Irish. It’s just that it is so much fun to drink and cheer the Irish! So in an effort not to water down this sacred day we’ve amassed a short list of Patrick pleasers. Cheers! 1941 Paddy Cocktail Irish Angel Irish Depth [...]

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Charles Dickens Chrismas Carol Cocktails

December 13, 2010

In keeping with the season we offer you some warming and celebratory drinks to help you welcome the spirit of the holidays to your home. Speaking of spirits, we unearthed recipes of four ghosts famous for their role in warming the heart of one Ebenezer Scrooge. But in keeping with our traditions at cocktail.com also [...]

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First Shot – Ocean Vodka

September 19, 2010

While in Hawaii you cannot escape the ocean. And who would want to? So when esteemed Chef Olelo pa’a Faith Ogawa of Glow Hawai’i, whose culinary arts defy convention while nodding to tradition and resource conservation, shared with us her favorite spirit, Ocean Vodka, we could not refuse.

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Miss Cocktail – Passion for Hawaii’s Big Island

September 17, 2010

On day one of what promises to be a very thorough visit of Hawaii’s Big Island, Miss Cocktail was hot on the trail of the mysterious Lilikoi cocktail mix. I know what you’re thinking, the Big Island? Really, Miss Cocktail? You bet. Out here in the wilds of the Aloha State is where you find [...]

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Smithsonian Sippers for Museum Day

September 16, 2010

Smithsonian Museum Day is September 25th. Celebrate by downloading a free ticket to your favorite museum, visiting early then catching up with friends over some vintage cocktails. Here are a few punches to share on this special day! 1929 Champagne Punch 1929 Bombay Punch 1929 Canada Punch 1929 Black and Tan Punch 1929 Artillery Punch

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Seasonal Sippers – Florida Citrus

September 8, 2010

Fresh fruit always makes better cocktails. And starting in October, Florida Citrus season is on. What kind should you look for when mixing? In oranges there’s no question, it’s Valencia. These oranges are not good for peel-and-eating, but contain the sweetest full-flavored juices. The best way to juice them is at room temperature, sliced in [...]

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