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Last drink of Season 5! Here we go! The Vieux Carré

10/25/2023

The Vieux Carré cocktail is like a delightful stroll through the streets of New Orleans, blending rye whiskey, cognac, and a touch of herbal magic for a spirited sip. It's a classic Big Easy favorite with a complex, old-school charm.

1/4 oz (7 ml) Benedictine
3/4 oz (22 ml) Sweet Vermouth
3/4 oz (22 ml) Cognac
3/4 oz (22 ml) Rye Whiskey
1 Dash Angostura Bitters
1 Dash of Peychaud's Bitters

Crafting the Perfect Tequila Sunrise

10/24/2023

Making a Tequila Sunrise cocktail is a breeze, and it's one of those drinks that instantly transports you to a tropical paradise. It's the kind of cocktail you'd want to whip up on a lazy weekend afternoon or serve at a summer get-together with friends.

4 oz (120 ml) Orange Juice
2 oz (6 ml) Tequila
Grenadine Syrup
Orange Slice or Maraschino Cherry (for garnish)

A Champagne Cocktail For Your Senses

10/24/2023

The St. Germain, a simple, yet elegant champagne cocktail. Plus, you can add your own garnish for a little something extra.

1/4 oz (7 ml) Elderflower Liqueur
Top with Champagne

Who's Up For a Luau?

10/20/2023

Bartending at Dave and Jill’s house again. We love it there!!! This time it was a luau theme in the summer and was a unique and fantastic experience. It was like taking a traditional celebration and turning it into a tropical paradise. The couple's attention to detail and the warm weather set the tone, and our role was to craft cocktails that transport guests to an island getaway. It was all about the fun, the floral leis, and the delicious drinks. The atmosphere was filled with laughter and more importantly TEQUILA! Love you guys!! <3

Who Wants a Martinez!?

10/17/2023

It was Eh. Not my go-to bar drink, but to each its own. TIP: be careful when garnishing with the lemon, so you don't cut your finger off. :)

2 Dashes of Angostura Bitters
1/4 oz (7 ml) Luxardo
3/4 oz (22 ml) Sweet Vermouth
1.5 oz (45 ml) Gin
Garnish with Lemon Twist

A Summer Birthday!

10/13/2023

Bartending at a birthday event during a fun summer party is a thrilling experience that combines the art of mixology with the joy of celebration. That's how it was bartending for Andrea's Wine Wars birthday celebration! Imagine a vibrant outdoor setting with the sun setting, laughter filling the air, and guests donning their best summer attire. As the bartender, you have the privilege of crafting delicious, seasonal cocktails that perfectly match the occasion. Whether it's a refreshing lemon drop, margarita, old fashioned, or a mojito, the goal is to infuse the party with flavors that mirror the exuberance of the season. You become more than a mixologist; you're a maestro of merriment, crafting libations that enhance the birthday spirit and elevate the overall atmosphere. It's an experience filled with laughter, clinking glasses, and unforgettable memories as you help guests savor the taste of summer in every sip.

Rum Punch? More like Tropical Punch!

10/10/2023

It's too much juice for me. But it's nice and sweet. Try it for yourself!

1/2 oz (15 ml) Lime Juice
1 oz (30 ml) Orange Juice
1 oz (30 ml) Pineapple Juice
1 oz (30 ml) Dark Rum
1 oz (30 ml) White Rum
1/2 oz (15 ml) Grenadine

Ranch Water a.k.a. Tequila Soda Lime

10/3/2023

Ranch Water appraently is not Ranch Dressing. LOL. It's literally Tequila Soda Lime. Super simple, super easy. Try it and see if you like it.

2 oz (60 ml) Tequila
Dash of Lime Juice
Top with Soda

Old Cuban... Again?

9/25/2023

Yes, I know I've made this drink before. I completely forgot about it, but at least I'm consistet because I liked it both times! LOL!

1 oz (60 ml) Lime Juice
3/4 oz (22 ml) Simple Syrup
1.75 oz (52 ml) White Rum
2 Dashes of Angostura Bitters
Mint Leaves

This Will Certainly ERASE Your MIND ;)

9/5/2023

The Mind Eraser is a super simple and super good drink. And if you add Cream, it turns into a White Russian.

Bartender tip: Shake a cocktail till there is 3/4 oz of water.

2 oz (60 ml) Vodka
2 oz (60 ml) Kahlua

Now This Is The Gin Basil Smash

9/5/2023

Watch 30 mins of TV a day and enjoy a Gin Basil Smash with me. Also, let me know if you know who Alfred is! Don't forget to top woth soda.

1 oz (30 ml) Lemon Juice
3/4 oz (22 ml) Simple Syrup
1.75 oz (52 ml) Gin
Basil Leaves

Who Wants a Gin Fizz with Fresh Eggs??

8/30/2023

If your eggs drown, they are good to go. Don't throw them away!

1 Egg White
1 oz (30 ml) Lemon Juice
3/4 oz (22 ml) Simple Syrup
2 oz (60 ml) Gin
Basil Leaves

Caipiroska With 27 Personalities

8/14/2023

I swear I don't have 27 personalities, but this drink is definitely one to try.

4 Lemon Wedges
1 Sugar Cube
2 oz (60 ml) Vodka

Time for a Brooklynite!

8/14/2023

I was told I couldn't be a bartender because I'm a girl -- well look at me now!

3/4 oz (22 ml) Lime Juice
3/4 oz (22 ml) Honey
2 oz (60 ml) Dark Rum
1 Dash of Angostura Bitters
Wee bit more of honey (if you need it)
Lime for a garnish

Let's Go To Brooklyn!

8/14/2023

Tip of the day, always clean your counters immediately after making a drink. Trust me, the customers will love you for it.

Dry vermouth and whiskey = not a good mix. But try it out for yourself and see how you like it.

2 Dashes of Angostura Bitters
1 oz (30 ml) Dry Vermouth
2 oz (60 ml) Rye Whiskey
Cherry as a garnish

Bijou Sweet Bijou...

8/2/2023

Ignore my Southern accent. LOL. Bit too sweet / medicine-y for my taste, but you can try it and let me know what you think.

Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2l4_Kv8uz78&t=3s

3/4 oz (22 ml) Chartreuse
1 oz (30 ml) Sweet Vermouth
1.5 oz (45 ml) Gin
2 Dashes of Orange Bitters

Who Wants a Bourbon Smash?

7/28/2023

I would prefer to shake the lemon wedges beforehand to get all the juice out before mixing with everything else in the glass... but hey, that's just me. It was a good drink though!

3 Lemon Wedges Muddled
3/4 oz (22 ml) Simple Syrup
Mint Leaves
2 oz (60 ml) Bourbon

Let's Get In Between the Sheets ;)

7/26/2023

Oh wow! Wasn't expecting that, I might just go for the original. LOL
You gotta check out this one!

3/4 oz (22 ml) Lemon Juice
1 oz (30 ml) Triple Sec
1 oz (30 ml) Cognac
1 oz (30 ml) Rum

Let's Go For A Bay Breeze

7/19/2023

Two ounces of Vodka?! Oh my! ;) Don't worry, we got enough juice for it. Try this "Florida retirement drink" yourself and see how you like it!

2 oz (60 ml) Pineapple Juice
2 oz (60 ml) Cranberry Juice
2 oz (60 ml) Vodka

Let's Make a Black Manhattan!!!

7/14/2023

FIRST EPISODE OF SEASON 5 COMING AT YA!!!!!!!!!!!! It's "manly"... LOL. But it's pretty good. Trust me.

2-3 dashes of Angostura Bitters
1oz (30ml) Amaro
2oz (60ml) Rye Whiskey
STIR Julep Strain into Coupe!
Garnish Cherry
THE END!