In the dark years of Prohibition, when drinking alcohol was a crime and bars survived through secrecy and subterfuge, the...
Sometimes, it’s hard to pin down how a trend gets started, and the Fluffy Paloma is no exception. Yet, this...
Aphra Behn (1640–1689), British, knew a thing or two about keeping secrets. By the age of 25, she had already...
Among the world’s most spectacular cocktails, Café Brûlot takes the top spot. In the past, its theatrical preparation was a...
If a cocktail bears a French name, chances are at least one of its ingredients comes from France. In the...
The Morning Glory Fizz is a cocktail designed specifically for morning consumption. At least, that’s what Harry Johnson, its creator,...
Few national celebrations have achieved truly global resonance. St. Patrick’s Day is one of them. Every year on March 17,...
Once upon a time, a Scottish folk hero set sail across the Atlantic — first as an operetta, then as...
The Blue Moon cocktail might not be as famous as some other classic drinks, but it’s got a unique charm...
It has the sparkle of Champagne and a bitter twist from quinine: its name is Alfonso, and it’s a cocktail...
Sangria shares a common trait with many classic cocktails: its origins are murky. No one knows exactly when it was...
The Widow’s Kiss is not an easy drink to master. It calls for precision—both in ingredients and proportions. It’s a...
