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Tag: Robert Simonson

Museums and martinis (A conversation Robert Simonson)

Museums and martinis (A conversation Robert Simonson)

I recently had the privilege to speak with Simonson about his new book, current cocktail culture and MIX. Simonson has authored four cocktail books and regularly writes for The New York Times, PUNCH and Imbibe. His fourth book, The Martini Cocktail: A Meditation on the World’s Greatest Drink, with Recipes, will be released Sept. 17, 2019.

Fig & Walnut Old Fashioned

Fig & Walnut Old Fashioned

The old fashioned is not only a personal favorite, it’s a favorite among cocktail enthusiasts. I think this is largely due to its versatility and ability to showcase the base spirit – which doesn’t have to be whiskey.  

Japanese Cocktail

Japanese Cocktail

Despite dating back to 1862 and being credited to the legendary bartender, Jerry Thomas, the Japanese cocktail isn’t one you’ll see on a menu at many cocktail bars. This simple combination of Cognac, orgeat (almond syrup), and bitters is on the sweeter end of the…

4 Favorite Cocktail Books of 2017

4 Favorite Cocktail Books of 2017

The number of cocktail books that came out in 2017 will make your head spin faster than 3 shots of cheap tequila. Here are my 4 favorites along with the reasons why.

The Old Fashioned

The Old Fashioned

The humble old fashioned. One of the simplest and most classic of cocktails, and also a personal favorite. It would be amiss for me not to share the recipe for making a proper old fashioned. So, in honor of World Cocktail Day* (May 13th), here…

Win a Signed Copy of The Old Fashioned, By Robert Simonson!

Win a Signed Copy of The Old Fashioned, By Robert Simonson!

Renown New York Times cocktail writer, Robert Simonson, recently paid Tulsa, Oklahoma a visit to be a guest judge for Philbrook’s MIX fundraising event. He also found time to conduct a session (hosted by Valkyrie) on his new book, The Old-Fashioned: The Story of the…