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Era of Light – A Non-Alcoholic Sunflower Riff

Era of Light – A Non-Alcoholic Sunflower Riff

This non-alcoholic cocktail is a riff on the Sunflower created by Sam Ross of Attaboy. It uses two of DHŌS Spirits’ alcohol-free products. The use of the Belvoir Elderflower Cordial is a great alternative to St. Germain, and the Pastiche bitters take the place of…

Italian in Rio

Italian in Rio

This cachaça cocktail almost reminds me of an El Presidente (white rum, blanc vermouth, curaçao, and grenadine) just more complex and with a balanced bitterness. However, upon further consideration, this is clearly a negroni riff, and an excellent one at that! This recipe is also…

Casamara Club’s Amaro Club Soda – Quick Review

Casamara Club’s Amaro Club Soda – Quick Review

Finding zero-proof drink options is a challenge. Too often, you’re left choosing between an imitation alcohol product or a sugary alternative that leaves you feeling like a small child slurping up a Shirley Temple. That’s why I was thrilled to discover Casamara Club.

Pear Brandy Old Fashioned

Pear Brandy Old Fashioned

I’ve always been a fan of anything Clear Creek Distillery puts out, especially their pear brandy. It’s the best pear Eau de Vie that I’ve come across. This pear brandy old fashioned recipe comes together to create the perfect fall or winter cocktail.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2020 Deals for Cocktail Enthusiasts

Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2020 Deals for Cocktail Enthusiasts

Once again, I’ve created a list of Black Friday 2020 deals for cocktail enthusiasts and bartenders. With everyone relying on their home bartending skills more frequently, this Black Friday is a good time to stock up on some essentials, pick up some essential tools, or…

To Be American: An Interview with Rockwell Vermouth’s Birk O’Halloran

To Be American: An Interview with Rockwell Vermouth’s Birk O’Halloran

Birk O’Halloran is an American winemaker known for launching Iconic Wines in 2011, and, most recently, California-based Rockwell Vermouth. O’Halloran bottled his first batch of vermouth this July, and I recently spent some time asking him about his backstory, the process of launching an American…

Bottled Negronis – St. Agrestis Review

Bottled Negronis – St. Agrestis Review

Before the pandemic, there was a noticeable uptick in ready-to-drink cocktails. From single-serving canned Caipirinhas, low-ABV spritzes, and even larger format bottled Old Fashioneds, these convenience cocktails were popping up everywhere and I largely disregarded them.