Introduction The first time I tasted a Rob Roy, it was a chilly evening at a dimly lit bar. A friend ordered it, insisting it was a sophisticated […]
Mint Julep: A Southern Whiskey Classic
Introduction The first time I enjoyed a Mint Julep, it was during a warm spring day at a Derby-themed party. I held the iconic silver cup in my […]
French 75: A Sparkling Gin and Champagne Cocktail
Introduction The first time I sipped a French 75, it was at a glamorous cocktail bar, and the drink’s elegance immediately matched the setting. Served in a tall […]
Paloma: A Citrusy Tequila and Soda Cocktail
Introduction The first time I sipped a Paloma, it was at a rooftop gathering on a warm summer evening. A friend handed me a glass filled with a […]
Mai Tai: A Complex, Fruity Rum Cocktail
Introduction The first time I had a Mai Tai, I was on vacation, sitting at a tiki bar with the ocean breeze in my hair and the setting […]
White Russian: A Creamy Vodka Drink
Introduction The first time I sipped a White Russian, I immediately understood why this creamy cocktail has remained a classic since its creation in the 1960s. The drink’s […]
Black Russian: A Bold, Simple Vodka Cocktail
Introduction The first time I tried a Black Russian, it was at a small, dimly lit bar with a cozy, vintage vibe. The bartender slid the drink across […]
Amaretto Sour: A Sweet, Nutty Cocktail
Introduction The first time I tried an Amaretto Sour, I was at a cozy cocktail bar on a crisp fall evening. The bartender handed me a drink with […]
Caipirinha: A Brazilian Lime Cocktail
Introduction The first time I tried a Caipirinha, it was on a balmy summer evening at a backyard barbecue hosted by a Brazilian friend. As she prepared the […]