SKIP TO RECIPE Is there anything more satisfying than a nice hot cup of apple cider on a cool autumn day? Yes. Hot apple cider WITH bourbon. #lifehack Bourbon, like butter, makes everything better. Spice makes it extra nice. Cinnamon, ginger, and a squeeze of lemon make this drink a new fall favourite. I’m a…
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Cranberry Constellation
SKIP TO RECIPE Hot damn. This post, this one right here, this is my 100th post on Taste and Tipple! That feels good. I’ll be over here patting myself on the back and raising a glass to my damn self. I’ll pour one out for you guys too. Thank you for following along, whether this…
Fernet Fantasy
SKIP TO RECIPE Cheers to the frickin’ weekend! It’s been a good but busy week and I’m ready to unwind this weekend. By unwind, I mean try to make my closet more functional so the clothing rod doesn’t collapse under the weight of my wardrobe, pick up a dresser, nightstands and bedside lamps, go to…
On Tilt Old Fashioned
SKIP TO RECIPE We’re raising a glass to more exciting developments today. As you may recall, I recently turned 30, started a new job, and I’ve just purchased my first home! I take possession of my new condo on Thursday. This is a very big step but I am looking forward to living the…
Plum and Fennel Gin Gimlet
SKIP TO RECIPE For a foodie, you might be surprised to learn that, for the longest time, I HATED foie gras. I’d had a few examples of it and thought it bore a striking resemblance in look and flavour to expensive dog food. It wasn’t until my first visit to the fabulous La Banane restaurant…
Apple Sparkler
SKIP TO RECIPE I have a lot to celebrate this week friends. I’m starting a brand new job today and I’m very excited about it. Maybe you’ve long wondered how I spend my days; you’ve pictured me slaving over a hot stove all day, shaking up craft cocktails before noon and endlessly antiquing in search…
Monk’s Respite
SKIP TO RECIPE Pretty much all I want to talk about in this post is how obsessed I am with this vintage Kokeshi doll Tiki mug from Benihana of Tokyo. I found this gem a couple of years ago on Etsy. I got her for a steal at $27.95. This particular vintage Tiki mug is…
Scotch Violets
SKIP TO RECIPE My friends spoiled me rotten this past weekend for my birthday. I’m known for having fairly particular tastes, which makes gift-giving an anxiety-inducing affair for my friends and family. Luckily, I didn’t have to force any smiles or exclamations of, “Oh, you (really) shouldn’t have!” this year. I can be a bit…
Flirty Thirty Cocktail
SKIP TO RECIPE Today is my 30th birthday. I know I’ve talked before about some of the pitfalls of ageing but today I am full of optimism for what’s to come. To be honest, 29 was a hard year for me. My relationship with my boyfriend of nearly four years ended in the Fall and with…
Ruby Tuesday
SKIP TO RECIPE It seemed appropriate to make this post on a Tuesday. Inspired by the Rolling Stones song, this cocktail brings out the best in seasonal cherries with rye, herbaceous Amaro Montenegro and a kick of acid from freshly squeezed lemon juice. Cherry season is upon us and I’m trying to make good use…
