Author: Andrew (The Humble Garnish)

Gin Basil Smash

Gin Basil Smash

I can recall the first time I had a cocktail that broke the mental mold of what a cocktail could be. At a time when the extent of my cocktail knowledge didn’t go beyond the 3 or 4 drinks I overheard people order, there was

Blue Apron – Is There Value?

Blue Apron – Is There Value?

Those of us that frequently cook are always looking for ways to simplify meal planning and reduce the amount of time cooking. Personally, I try to avoid processed foods as often as possible, and that tends to mean I’m either spending a few hours a…

Imbibe Like Hemingway!

Imbibe Like Hemingway!

“Always do sober what you said you’d do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut.” – Ernest Hemingway

Watermelon-Mint Tequila Sour

Watermelon-Mint Tequila Sour

Sometimes you prepare a recipe because you have extra ingredients on hand that you need to use. I had fresh mint that I wanted to do something unique with, and decided to pair it with

Tips and Tricks for Using Cocktail Stencils (Free Template Included)

Tips and Tricks for Using Cocktail Stencils (Free Template Included)

A well-executed or creative garnish has the ability to emblazon the memory of a cocktail within the imbiber’s mind. Whether it’s eagles cut from orange peels in Sazeracs or dolphins made from bananas in tiki drinks, they’ll leave a memory of a specific time and…

Modified Industry Sour

Modified Industry Sour

Fernet and Chartreuse are known for their bold flavors which some may find too intense, but personally I gravitate towards them. Many cocktail enthusiasts are aware of the Industry Sour devised by Ted Kilgore of Taste in St. Louis, which features both of these ingredients.…

Negroni Week – Tulsa Edition

This year there are 11 registered venues in Tulsa participating in Negroni Week! Here is a concise master list of those venues, their chosen charity, and the negronis they are serving.