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Easter Cocktails


The Fitz and the Wheeltapper lounges inside the Fitzpatrick Hotels in NYC are currently offering three exclusive Easter-themed cocktails; the Easter Bunny, a delight for chocolate lovers, the Jelly Bean and the Easter Egg Cocktail. Here are the recipes of these tantalizing libations:
The Easter Bunny
1 1/2 oz. dark crème de cacao
1/2 oz. vodka
1 tsp chocolate […]

Tales of the Cocktail Tickets on Sale


Tickets for the seventh annual Tales of the Cocktail conference and gathering for aficionados of well-made mixed drinks, went on sale last week. Tales brings together bartenders, restaurateurs, distillers, brand managers, cocktail enthusiasts, and anyone interested in learning and practicing the fine art of cocktail-making. As in years past, the event will feature seminars for […]

Champagne Twists for New Year’s


I like Champagne but I really like to mix with it, so you know what I’ll be doing on New Year’s Eve. I’ve been gearing up for the holiday by collecting a few new Champagne cocktails, which are far more interesting than the average Bellini and Mimosa - these are truly elegant and perfect for […]

Winter Wonders: Whispers of the Frost


Whispers of the Frost is one of those great forgotten cocktails that I found in The Old Waldorf-Astoria Bar Book and adapted to modern proportions. As the name suggests, this is a perfect drink for warming you up and is wonderful mix of whiskey, sherry and port. While there are many options, I like to […]

What to Drink with Old Tom Turkey


What would you drink with the classic Thanksgiving Day turkey? Myself and two of my colleagues at About.com asked ourselves just that question and came up with a few answers.
For cocktails I’m inclined to suggest the perfectly titled drink for the occasion, the Thanksgiving Cocktail. The combination of dry, sweet and sour is perfect alongside […]

Maple Syrup for Cocktails (and Pancakes)


Now that fall has arrived, I often turn to richer flavors in my cocktails.  On a recent visit to The Violet Hour here in Chicago, I tried a lovely cocktail created by one of their mixologists, Kyle, called The Orchard.  It contains apple brandy, fresh lemon, housemade pimento dram, and maple syrup.  Not just any […]

Warhol’s Martini - Celebrity Crush


Martini & Rossi Celebrity Crush
12 each Fresh Rosemary Needles
6 each Fresh Raspberries
.75 oz. Simple Syrup
1.5 oz. Martini & Rossi Rosso Vermouth
2 oz. Cranberry Juice
Muddle in a mixing glass: Rosemary, Raspberries and Simple Syrup. Fill halfway with ice and add: M&R Rosso Vermouth and Cranberry Juice. Shake with ice 8-10 times. Double strain into a chilled […]

Warhol’s Martini - Bohemian Cocktail


Martini & Rossi Bohemian Cocktail

1.5 oz. Martini & Rossi Rosso Vermouth
2 oz. Orange Juice
1 oz. Cranberry Juice
.25 oz. Grenadine
1.5 oz. Martini & Rossi Rosso Vermouth2 oz. Orange Juice1 oz. Cranberry Juice.25 oz. GrenadineFill mixing tin halfway with ice. Pour in M&R Rosso Vermouth, Orange Juice and Cranberry Juice. Pour Grenadine down the inside of the […]

Warhol’s Martini - Velvet Edie


Martini & Rossi Velvet Edie

This cocktail is quite inspired. It is named for two influences in Warhol’s life: Edie Sedgwick and the Velvet Underground.
3 parts Martini & Rossi Bianco vermouth
1 part lemon juice
½ part simple syrup
2 raspberries
2 mint leaves
In base of martini shaker, gently muddle one raspberry and one mint leaf with simple syrup.  Add […]

Warhol’s Martini - Warhol Manhattan


Martini & Rossi Warhol Manhattan
This cocktail takes a classic recipe and embellishes it with a striking dash of color and flavor.

1 part Martini & Rossi Rosso vermouth
1 part Dewar’s White Label Blended Scotch whisky
3 cherries soaked in premium orange liqueur

Shake liquid ingredients with ice and strain into a martini cocktail glass or pour over ice in a […]