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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Beverages in Blue

September 6, 2010

The spectrum of cocktails has been brilliant this year. And one of our favorite hues comes in blues. Here are a handful of drinks named for the shade often associated with depth and stability. It symbolizes trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. An interesting bit of trivia is its effect on the [...]

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Mixing Annex – Get Your Fix

September 3, 2010

A favored flavorful cocktail style from the 30s and 40s was the “Fix.” And there were many reasons for its popularity. The cocktail style itself is very sweet and was among the first combinations easily enjoyed by the fairer sex. The recipe is simple and the ingredients are easy to find. Its strong citrus accent [...]

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Party Marg

September 2, 2010

2 oz Cuervo Gold tequila 1 oz triple sec 2 oz sweet & sour 1 oz lime juice splash orange juice In a tall glassed filled with ice, add ingredients and shake vigorously. Finish with floater of Grand Marnier. Served at Alta Ski Lifts, Alta, Utah USA.

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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.

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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 [...]

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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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