| Alton Brown’s Aged Eggnog | ||
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| For Alton Brown's aged eggnog recipe click here. |
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| Brandy Crusta | ||
| The Brandy Crusta is one of the oldest classic cocktails on record and a liquid calling card of its hometown of New Orleans. | ||
| Cablecar | ||
| This classic cocktail is a simple yet delicious drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with spiced rum, orange curacao, lemon juice, and simple syrup. | ||
| Caipirinha | ||
| The Caipirinha is a classic Brazilian cocktail known for its refreshing and tangy flavor. It's made with a few simple ingredients: cachaça, lime, sugar, and ice. | ||
| Champagne Cocktail | ||
| The Champagne Cocktail, a simple combination of sparkling wine, bitters and sugar. | ||
| Charles Dickens Punch | ||
| The classic Charles Dickens Punch is a fiery and flavorful concoction that was a favorite of the renowned author himself. While the exact recipe may have varied over time, the basic elements remain the same: a blend of rum, brandy, lemon, sugar, and hot water that is set on fire. | ||
| Chartreuse Infused Whipped Cream | ||
| Chartreuse whipped cream is a delightful topping for cocktails and desserts. It adds a touch of herbal sweetness and a beautiful green color. | ||
| Cherry Zip | ||
| A twist on the classic Caipiroska, substituting the traditional muddled limes with sweet cherries. The result is a tangy and fruity cocktail with a subtle sweetness. | ||
| Chicago Cocktail | ||
| The Chicago Cocktail is a classic cocktail that has been around for over 100 years. It is somewhat similar to an Old Fashioned in that it starts with brandy and bitters. Instead of sugar, it calls for a dash of curaçao and instead of a splash of soda it is topped up with champagne. | ||
| Cinnamon Syrup | ||
| Add the taste of cinnamon to any drink with this simple cinnamon simple syrup recipe. It's easy and the long infusion creates a wonderful spiced flavor. | ||
| Cocktail Categories | ||
| The world of cocktails comprises numerous different cocktail families, each family having its own surname, distinctive traits, genetics and history. Some of these cocktail families are forgotten and facing extinction while others, such as the Daiquiri, Sour and Colada dynasties, are better known now than when they were first conceived. Follows the 36 families which populate the world of cocktails. While not advocating that every cocktail should be pigeonholed under one of the following headings – history/rules should not be allowed to stifle creativity – these cocktail family names do give an indication to the drinker the style of cocktail they are ordering. Consequently, if a cocktail carries one of the following family names, then its ingredients, serving vessel and style should reflect the traits suggested by that name. |
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| The Costume Party | ||
| This is an Anders original cocktail. | ||
| Cream of Coconut | ||
| Cream of coconut syrup is a thick, sweet, and creamy syrup made from coconut milk and sugar. | ||
| Crème de Cacao Infused Whipped Cream | ||
| Crème de cacao whipped cream is a delicious and easy-to-make topping for desserts and cocktails. It's made by whipping heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then folding in crème de cacao for a rich, chocolatey flavor. | ||
| Rich Demerara Syrup | ||
| Rich Demerara syrup is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of cocktails and other drinks. | ||
| Rich Earl Grey Syrup | ||
| Earl Grey syrup is a versatile and delicious addition to various beverages and desserts. It's made by infusing Earl Grey tea leaves in a simple syrup, resulting in a sweet and aromatic liquid with a distinct citrusy flavor from the bergamot oil in the tea. | ||
| Eggnog | ||
| Eggnog is a creamy, festive cocktail that's perfect for the holiday season. It's made with a base of eggs, sugar, milk, and cream, and is typically flavored with spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. Alcohol, such as brandy, rum, or bourbon, is often added to give it a kick. | ||
| Gimlet | ||
| Although the Gin Gimlet was published in Harry Craddock's The Savoy Cocktail Book from which it gained noteriety, the drink actually traces it's history back further to the British Royal Navy who were using lime juice to ward off scurvy. The Gimlet was purportedly invented by Rear Admiral Sir Thomas Desmond Gimlette who mixed the concoction to make the lime rations more palatable for his crew. Acting as doctor for the superior officers, mixed the lime with sugar and gin to mask the bitter taste. Unlike their superior officers, the regular naval sailor was given rum rations which they would also mix with sugar and lime, which came to be known as "grog". That mixture finds it's origins in the english trading vessels of 14th century England and gave birth to another famous cocktail which we will revisit in another episode. | ||
| Gin Old Fashioned | ||
The first known definition of the word "cock-tail" was published 13th May 1806 in The Balance and Columbian Repository, an upstate New York newspaper, in response to a reader enquiring what was meant by the word in an article.
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| Gin Rickey | ||
| The Gin Rickey is one of the few classic cocktails that doesn’t have an origin muddled by history or shrouded in rumors and innuendo. The invention of this refreshing highball is refreshingly clear: It was named after Joe Rickey, a Democratic lobbyist living in Washington, D.C., during the late 19th century. |
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| Ginger Syrup | ||
| Take your cocktail to the next level with homemade ginger simple syrup. All it takes is ginger and sugar. | ||
| Glögg | ||
| Glögg is a popular Scandinavian mulled wine made with red wine, port, spices, fruit and nuts. Make this comforting hot cocktail when the weather is cold to warm you up and lift your spirits. | ||
| Grenadine Syrup | ||
| Grenadine syrup is a versatile cocktail ingredient that adds a touch of sweetness and a vibrant red color to a variety of drinks. It's traditionally made from pomegranate. | ||
| Grog | ||
| The 18th-century British Admiral Edward Vernon, nicknamed Old Grog for the grogram fabric cloak he wore, attempted to prevent scurvy among his men by serving them a pint of rum a day. The dark navy rum had nothing to do with scurvy, but it did lend itself to “the swinish vice of drunkenness”. As a result, Admiral Vernon ordered that the sailors tot of rum be mixed with water, lime juice, and brown sugar–making the world’s first cocktail. The drink was named Grog after Admiral Vernon. | ||
| Groseille Syrup | ||
| Groseille syrup is a red currant syrup that adds a tart and fruity flavor to cocktails. It's a key ingredient in classic cocktails like the Artist's Special and the Nineteen Twenty. | ||
| Guava Syrup | ||
| Guava syrup is a sweet and tangy syrup made from the tropical guava fruit. | ||
| Hemingway Daiquiri | ||
| The Hemingway Daiquiri cocktail takes its inspiration from Ernest Hemingway, who lived in Havana and enjoyed drinking sugarless Daiquiris. | ||
| Hibiscus Syrup | ||
| Original recipe by Shannon Mustipher, made from dried hibiscus flowers, which are steeped in a simple sugar syrup to create a vibrant red liquid. | ||
| Honey Syrup | ||
| Honey syrup is a simple syrup made with honey instead of sugar. It adds a unique flavor and sweetness to cocktails, elevating their complexity and balance. | ||
| Hot Buttered Rum | ||
| The Hot Buttered Rum cocktail is a classic hot drink that will warm your soul during the cold winter. | ||
| Irish Coffee | ||
| Irish Coffee is the perfect winter warming drink. To make it, combine Irish whiskey with sugar and coffee, and top it with cream. | ||
| Jasper's Mix (1/2 batch) | ||
| Jasper's Mix is a rum-based cocktail mix that is popular in Jamaica. It is a simple syrup made with lime juice, sugar, Angostura bitters, and nutmeg. It is typically used to make rum punches, but it can also be used to make other cocktails. |
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| Manhattan | ||
| The Manhattan, a classic cocktail, believed to have started around the 1860s or 1870s, with a rich history, is a sophisticated and timeless drink that has captivated cocktail enthusiasts for generations. | ||
| Mexican Firing Squad | ||
| The drink is essentially a tequila Collins, made with lime in place of lemon and grenadine in place of plain sugar, with the addition of some Angostura bitters. | ||
| Mojito | ||
| The Mojito might be the perfect cocktail. With mint, simple syrup and white rum, the classic Mojito is easy to make and always refreshing. | ||
| Old Fashioned | ||
| The Old Fashioned is arguably the most well-known whiskey cocktail in the world. Essentially just a slug of bourbon that’s been lightly sweetened with sugar and modified with a couple dashes of bitters, it’s dead simple to make, but within this basic template is a world of opinions and flavor. |
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| Orgeat Syrup | ||
| Orgeat syrup is a sweet syrup made from almonds and sugar with a little rose water and/or orange flower water. | ||
| Passion Fruit Syrup | ||
| Passion fruit syrup is a tropical, tangy syrup that adds a burst of fruity sweetness and a touch of tartness to cocktails. | ||
| Perfect Manhattan | ||
| Discover your new favorite cocktail recipe or learn how to make a classic drink—like the Old Fashioned, mojito, or White Russian—right at home. | ||
| Pisco Sour | ||
| Featuring pisco, lime, egg white and sugar, the Pisco Sour is an earthy and refreshing drink. It’s also the national cocktail of Peru and Chile. | ||
| Prescription Julep | ||
| The Prescription Julep is a classic cocktail that dates back to the mid-1800s. It's a refreshing and complex drink that combines the flavors of rye whiskey, cognac, mint, and sugar. | ||
| Raspberry Syrup | ||
| Fresh raspberry syrup adds sweet, tart, fruity flavor to drinks of all kinds. | ||
| Sherry Flip | ||
| The Sherry Flip is a classic cocktail that has been around since the 1800s. It is a rich and creamy drink that is perfect for sipping on a cold winter day. The cocktail is made with sherry, egg, sugar, and spices. | ||
| Sidecar | ||
| The Sidecar is a classic cocktail that has been enjoyed for over a century. It's a simple yet elegant drink that combines the flavors of cognac, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. | ||
| Semi-Rich Simple Syrup | ||
| Semi-rich simple syrup is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of cocktails and other drinks. | ||
| Spanish Coffee | ||
| Or 'carajillo', is a coffee drink enjoyed throughout many Spanish-speaking countries. It's made with booze — usually rum, brandy or Licor 43. | ||
| The Classic Old Fashioned (aka Spoon Cocktail) | ||
The first known definition of the word "cock-tail" was published 13th May 1806 in The Balance and Columbian Repository, an upstate New York newspaper, in response to a reader enquiring what was meant by the word in an article.
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| Thyme-Infused Syrup | ||
| Thyme syrup is a simple syrup infused with the flavor of thyme. It's a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of drinks and dishes. | ||
| Tom & Jerry | ||
| It is a variant of eggnog with brandy and rum added and served hot, usually in a mug or a bowl. Separate eggs. | ||
| Tom Collins | ||
| The classic Tom Collins is a straightforward and refreshing cocktail that combines gin with lemon juice, sugar and club soda. | ||
| Wassail | ||
| Wassail is a warm, spiced beverage with a rich history dating back to ancient England. It's traditionally made with mulled cider, ale, or wine, sweetened with honey or sugar, and flavored with warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. It is often spiked with brandy and/or sherry. | ||
| Wisconsin Old Fashioned | ||
| A Wisconsin old fashioned is not your typical old fashioned; it muddles sugar, bitters and orange with brandy and finishes with a crisp pour of a sweet or sour soda. | ||
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