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Blue Monday

1/2 oz. Cointreau or Triple Sec 1/4 oz. Curacao, Blue 1 1/2 oz. Vodka Orange for garnish In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the Cointreau, Curacao and vodka. Shake well and use the Hawthorne strainer to strain into a martini glass. Using the citrus zester, use the hook side and scrape along the […]

Blackberry Margarita

This recipe would actually work well with any type of berry (Rasberry, Blueberry, etc)   Blackberry Margarita ½ C. Blackberries (or other berry) 2 oz. Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice ½ oz. Agave Nectar 3 oz. White Tequila 2 oz. Orange Liquor Kosher Salt, Lime or Blackberries for Garnish if Desired In a cocktail shaker add […]

Baby Yoda

May the 4th be With You…. Baby Yoda Ingredients: 1 oz. Tequila 1 oz. Midori 3 oz. Limeade 2 Lime Wedges 2 Black Olives In a cocktail shaker filled with ice mix the tequila, Midori and limeade. Shake well and then pour into a martini glass. Put the lime wedges on the sides of the […]

Kentucky Buck

Kentucky Derby is just around the corner! For those who will be watching, here’s a recipe to try. Kentucky Buck Ingredients: 2 oz. Bourbon Whiskey 3/4 oz. Lemon Juice 1/2 Oz. Simple Syrup 2 Dashes of Angostura Bitters 1 Strawberry 2 oz. Ginger Beer Garnish: Lemon Slices, Strawberries, Mint In a cocktail shaker add the […]

Attitude is Everything

Here is a Kentucky Derby inspired cocktail that is sure to delight your guests. Cheers! Attitude is Everything Ingredients: 2 oz. Bourbon 1 oz. Blueberry Thyme Simple Syrup 3/4 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice (use reamer) 1 c Sugar 1/2 c Blueberries plus more for garnish Handful of Thyme Sprigs First prepare the simple syrup by […]

Classic Mint Julep

Did you know that over 120k Mint Juleps will be served during the Kentucky Derby this weekend? This is a delicious and super impressive cocktail. Classic Mint Julep Ingredients: 1 oz. Mint Simple Syrup 2 Fresh Mint Leaves 2 oz. Kentucky Bourbon Splash of Hibiscus Syrup (here’s the Amazon ASIN B004L6FQLC) Fresh Mint Spigs 1 […]

Black Eyed Susan

Not as popular as the Mint Julep, but the Black Eyed Susan is another Kentucky Derby favorite and it’s the signature cocktail for the 2nd race in the Triple Crown. Black Eyed Susan Ingredients: 1.25 oz. Vodka 1/2 oz. Elderflower Liqueur (like St. Germain) 2 oz. Pineapple Juice 1/4 oz. Lime Juice 3/4 oz. Orange […]

Pineapple Margarita

Who’s excited it’s May!! Cindo de Mayo is just around the corner. Here’s something that is sure to make you dance to Mariachi music. Pineapple Margarita Ingredients: 1 oz. Silver Tequila 4 oz. Pineapple Juice 1/2 oz. Triple Sec 1/4 oz. Fresh Lime Juice Optional Kosher Salt for Rim and/or Pineapple Wedges and Lime for […]