Introduction The Tequila Sunrise is one of those drinks that hits you first with its looks—vivid, glowing layers of orange and red that swirl like a perfect sunset […]
Bloody Mary Brunch Upgrade: Spicy, Savory & Stunning
Introduction The Bloody Mary was a mystery to me for the longest time. I’d heard about it. I’d seen people sip it at brunch—garnished like a salad bar […]
Gin & Tonic Hacks: Simple Tricks for the Ultimate G&T
Introduction The gin and tonic was my first grown-up drink. Not my first drink drink (that would’ve been something neon in a plastic cup), but the first cocktail […]
Pina Colada Paradise: How to Blend the Creamiest Classic
Introduction The piña colada was the first “real” cocktail I ever ordered. I was way too young to appreciate its balance back then—just thrilled to be holding something […]
Tropical Escape in a Glass: The Best Mai Tai Recipe
Introduction The first time I had a real Mai Tai, it totally changed how I thought about tropical cocktails. I was on vacation in Maui, sitting under this […]
Whiskey Sour Essentials: A Tangy Classic You Can Master
Introduction There’s something about the whiskey sour that instantly transports me back to my early days of home bartending. Not because it was the first cocktail I ever […]
How to Make a Moscow Mule: Zesty, Fizzy & Irresistible
Introduction There’s a special place in my heart—and my kitchen—for the Moscow Mule. It was the first cocktail I ever made that actually made me feel like I […]
Cosmopolitan Cocktail Ideas for a Chic Girls’ Night In
Introduction There’s something about a Cosmopolitan that instantly sets the tone. It’s flirty, fun, and undeniably chic. The moment you see that soft pink hue in a chilled […]
Manhattan Cocktail Hack: How to Stir the Perfect Sip
Introduction The Manhattan is one of those cocktails that sneaks up on you. Not in terms of strength (though, yes, it’s got that too), but in how deeply […]