Cocktails

Cocktails

Bouquet, a collection of infused flavoured syrups for cocktails, coffees and more, is the brainchild of food scientist and innovator Caroline Lafleur.

"Imagine a badass woman in 1900 who was so opposed to anyone drinking alcohol that she would barge into saloons with a hatchet, smashing liquor bottles and bar fixtures," Tzouvelis wrote. "This historic female figure is no longer alive, but her spirit shines on with her name in lights at Carrie Nation Cocktail Club."

Tweaking existing cocktail specifications to create new riffs is the odyssey of the modern mixologist, blending familiar ingredients with exotic ones and revising traditional formulas.

Toby Maloney opened the Violet Hour in 2007, transforming a struggling neighborhood into Chicago's first craft cocktail mecca, and launching the city's Cocktail Renaissance.

The Whiskey Mac is a simple cocktail made with blended scotch and Stone's Ginger Wine, known for its medicinal properties and historical roots.

Batched cocktails without ice can taste harsh and unbalanced. Adding coconut water instead of plain water not only mimics dilution but also adds a hint of fruitiness.

A friend visiting Milan recently sent me a photo of her passion fruit spritz. Aperol and Campari spritzes have been all the rage for quite some time now.

Handshake Speakeasy, ranked number one on The World's 50 Best Bars, will host a four-night takeover at MAD Bar & Lounge in Manhattan, featuring unique cocktails.

The Nick & Nora was glass of the early aughts' great craft cocktail renaissance, elegant and classic, yet also embodying a rebellion against the dominant V-shaped Martini glass.

The grumpy old man is a cocktail made with bourbon, ginger ale, and lime, designed to refresh and uplift after a long day.

To build the drink, measure all the liquids into a shaker and fill with ice. Seal and shake until the shaker is coated in frost.

La Cueva, a new speakeasy and listening room, will open at Ponce City Market featuring creative cocktails and Mexican fare, designed by Atlanta's Maison Maluee.

Gin cocktails like the Martini and G&T maintain popularity due to their versatility and classic appeal, showcasing a wide range of flavors and styles.

Paradiso Ibiza is helmed by Giacomo Giannotti, creator of Paradiso in Barcelona - crowned World's Best Bar 2022 - bringing his signature theatrical mixology and award-winning artistry to Pacha Ibiza.

In its 2024 trend report, Yelp found a 1,121% increase in searches for 'Hugo Spritz' compared to the previous year.

This drink leans into refreshing whiskey drinks, adding a little bit of orange and fresh citrus. Would be a hit at a summer party.

Twisted Tea, brewed like beer, offers a unique flavor profile that is difficult to replicate with simple mixing of whiskey into iced tea.

Taming the fiery bite of a classic martini with the savory-sweetness of tomatoes creates something irrefutably delightful and a new way to celebrate summer's bounty.

Cayman Jack is launching a Missed Flight Lounge at JFK's TWA Hotel, offering complimentary margaritas and elevated bites for travelers whose flights have been canceled or delayed.

Homia's universal cocktail smoker kit includes a smoke infuser, flexible hose, disk lid, smoking lid, and tall cocktail lid, alongside seven different flavors of wood chips.

Bemelmans Bar at The Carlyle is described as a time capsule sealed with Champagne and jazz, featuring whimsical murals by Ludwig Bemelmans.

The Cardinal Cocktail is a pleasing blend of spirits that celebrates the vibrant essence of flavors, mirroring the beauty of state birds.

The classic Bloody Mary is bold, briny, and beloved for its savory complexity, especially with a twist using green tomatoes for a tangy freshness.