Sep 21, 2021 | cocktails, lists
Back in July, I heard friends start talking about putting up their holiday decorations and calling it a year. Regardless of what holidays you celebrate, I think we can all agree that we could use a drink. Whether it’s a toast to better days ahead, or a quiet... 
Sep 18, 2021 | city guides, Croatia
Located in the Adriatic Sea, you’ll find the island of Hvar, Croatia. Known for its nightlife, it also has a more refined side. From pleasure yachts and luxury hotels to beaches, you’ll also find several great bars in Hvar for a cocktail. And, since I am a... 
Aug 24, 2021 | champagne, cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe
I have been a long-time fan of the French 75 cocktail. It’s classic, yet sophisticated, and is easy to make. You can sip one at brunch or in celebration of something big or small. I have yet to meet someone who doesn’t enjoy one. Even if people... 
Aug 18, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe, tequila, vodka
I’m sure I’m not the first cocktail blogger to be skeptical of non-alcoholic spirits. I’ve tried a few in cocktails over the years with varying results. So far, I’ve liked the ones that don’t profess to be specifically mimicking a... 
Aug 12, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, mezcal, recipe, rum, tequila
I’ve always been a sucker for watermelon. I like the artificial flavor but fresh watermelon is best. It takes a little work to juice a watermelon but it’s so worth it. Summer isn’t official in my book until I am sipping on some watermelon cocktails.... 
Aug 8, 2021 | brandy, cocktails, cocktails at home, lists, mezcal, rum, tequila, whiskey
When it comes to tasting spirits, the glass matters. While you may not think there’s a huge difference, try getting the full flavor from a plastic shot glass. In order to nose a spirit, which just involves inhaling gently, a copita glass can make it easier.... 
Jul 25, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe
Have you been to a bar where the bartender asks you what you’re in the mood for? Some bars enjoy making custom cocktails based on your preferred spirit or flavor profile. (Like this one in Aruba.) Since I have a wide range of cocktail flavors and spirits that I... 
Jul 17, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, recipe, rum
If you’re like me, entertaining has once again been on your mind. From backyard barbecues to movie nights, there are plenty of ways to reconnect. Right before the pandemic, one of my friends hosted a surprise birthday party for his wife and asked me to... 
Jul 11, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, recipe, Scotland, whiskey
Whether you’ve been drinking Scotch for years or have yet to enjoy your first dram, it’s always fun to learn a bit more. Over the years, I have been building up a taste for Scotch. When I visited Scotland, I took a Master Class and learned a lot. I thought... 
Jul 6, 2021 | Austin, cocktails, cocktails at home, Kansas City, lists, Portland, San Francisco, shop local
I’ve always loved shopping local stores, full of treasures you never knew existed. When I started getting really into home bartending about five years ago, there was so much I needed. Cocktail shops quickly became something I looked for when traveling, second... 
