The classic Boulevardier is quite a spirited cocktail. Cousin to the Negroni, a Boulevardier swaps out the gin for rye or bourbon. Comprised of equal parts, rye/bourbon, Campari, and sweet vermouth, a Boulevardier is not for the faint of heart or weak of liver. Often when I’ve ordered a Boulevardier at a bar or restaurant…
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The Drunken Pear
SKIP TO RECIPE Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar – Day 9 – is upon us and here we have The Drunken Pear. This drink is a really interesting flavour experience that you might not have sampled before. Pear, ginger, lemon, honey and rye make for a delightful combination that is easy-drinking yet complex. Also…
Raspberry Whisky Bramble
SKIP TO RECIPE Day 2 of the Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar brings us this Raspberry Whisky Bramble. This is a very easy drinking cocktail that elevates the standard “rye and ginger” that you might have enjoyed ordering from Pier 21 when you were in undergrad, and brings it to a much more respectable…
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…
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…
