Good things come to those who wait. This old English adage might be applied to the Yuzu, a Japanese citrus tree that only bears fruit after 20 years. An aromatic hybrid of mandarin and grapefruit, chefs have now begun to use this rare ingredient in their culinary creations. Star mixologist…
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While we all love a classic margarita with fresh lime juice and a salted rim, there are times that call for a more festive version. At Dos Caminos, a trendy Mexican restaurant in New York, a new recipe using a blend of blueberry and pomegranate juice has become a popular…
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Beer based libations become a summer staple on cocktail menus at this time of year. Boqueria, a tapas and raciones hotspot in New York, serves an unusual yet popular drink called the Brewsky Sangria. Made with lager beer and sweetened with pear puree, this refreshing drink could be considered a…
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Sophisticated palettes can celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a delicate yet flavorful tequila cocktail called El Pepino. The recipe calls for cucumbers with a hint of cilantro, the perfect “cooling” compliment to bold, spicy cuisines like Mexican. The use of egg whites creates an impressive frothy top making any home…
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Raising a glass this Earth Day might be the easiest way for you to help the environment. Live It Green, an Illinois-based sustainability company, has partnered with VeeV Açaí Spirit to create the nationwide Treetini program. Order a Treetini cocktail from a participating restaurant or lounge in major cities across…
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Balmy nights and fresh blooming flowers…tis the season for sangria. Rosangel, Gran Centenario’s Hibiscus infused resposado tequila, is the basis for this blush colored cocktail which is brimming with floral notes and citrus fruit. For a modern and elegant look, pour the Springtime Sangria from a glass pitcher into tall chilled glasses filled with ice. Serves 8…
If your New Year’s resolutions look anything like ours, then it probably includes some kind of cleanse to get bright and shiny for the year ahead. With holiday parties behind us, it’s time for a little detox and this recipe from AgroLabs is a tasty way to give your tired…
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With Jack Frost nipping at our noses, Matt Piacentini of ‘inoteca e liquori bar creates the perfect escape from the chilly winter air. This delicious warm drink is reminiscent of holiday eggnog and will fill your mind with images of dancing sugarplums in no time.
Recipe courtesy of ‘inoteca e liquori …
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What could be chicer than cocktail hour at the Carlyle? Assouline’s latest book, Vintage Cocktails, pays homage to the Golden Age of Cocktails with a collection of classic drinks photographed at the hotel’s legendary Bemelman’s Bar.
The author, Brian Van Flandern, a Michelin three star mixologist and consultant to Chef Thomas…
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A popular Autumn ingredient, pumpkin can be found in a variety of recipes for hearty pastas and rich desserts. One of our favorite neighborhood restaurants, Elizabeth, interprets pumpkin in a new way – by adding it to a fresh and elegant cocktail which first made its debut at the restaurant’s…
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A favorite in the East Village, The Smith is a bustling brasserie known for its gourmet (yet affordable) interpretations of classic American dishes and its extensive cocktail menu. Here, the restaurant shares a refreshing and easy-to-make summertime drink just in time for the steamy months ahead.
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Appleton white rum
3/4…
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Weekend afternoons at Double Crown offer a royal selection of tea sandwiches and scones with clotted cream as well as an original menu of boozy teas. It’s tea with a kick…
Recipe courtesy of Double Crown
INGREDIENTS
32 oz water
12 oz Beefeater Gin
6 oz St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
5 Tablespoons Black Peppermint Mint Tea
1…
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