COCKTAILS

A velvet bourbon and fresh sake blend, enriched with concentrated cold brew, and topped off with a cherry cola twist. This coffee cocktail sour boasts a dense, creamy body, making it an exquisite late afternoon aperitif. The name KA-WA SA-WA reflects its main ingredient (coffee) and its sour cocktail category. Crafted with Blanton’s Original bourbon, […] More

On November 14, 2023, Velvet, the exclusive cocktail bar nestled within Corinthia London, introduced an innovative new menu titled ‘The Quote Book’. This latest offering draws inspiration from a host of celebrated figures, including Pablo Picasso, Coco Chanel, Nelson Mandela, and Frida Kahlo, bringing a unique fusion of art, culture, and mixology to the heart […] More

Discover drinks that can become a part of your daily rituals, from a refreshing aperitivo to robust selections for unwinding after work. These Eco-Cocktails blend tradition with innovation, offering sustainable options for every taste and moment. Garibaldi 40 ml (1.5 oz) Campari 120 ml (4 oz) fresh orange juice Preparation Method: Build Glass: Long glass […] More

Let’s not dwell repeatedly on Paris and Harry’s Bar, but I’ve stumbled upon another fascinating drink—a must for any bartender’s repertoire, the Scofflaw Cocktail. In today’s landscape, mastering classics like Martini Dry, Negroni, or Gimlet barely scratches the surface. I vaguely recall hearing or reading about a drink whose name stuck in my memory without […] More

The question “What’s your favorite spirit?” often arises behind the bar. While my taste preferences lean toward whiskey, when it comes to crafting or exploring cocktails, gin is unequivocally my choice. Gin, once considered the top spirit in classic American bars, held a place in my early articles influencing the local bar scene. However, credit […] More

Earthy, flavor-rich, yet subtly invigorating. That’s the Seeds of Cacao cocktail, centered around the American craft vodka, Tito’s. Notes of cocoa, fig, and honey complete the drink’s flavor profile, perfect for a winter evening. 50 ml (1 ¾ oz) Tito’s Vodka 50 ml (1 ¾ oz) Cocoa Bean and Fig Peel Cordial 15 ml (½ […] More

The impact of AI on mixology is a hot topic these days. We conducted an experiment: three drinks created and photographed by us and three with the same basic ingredients input into artificial intelligence, generating not only recipes but also cocktail images. Check out the results. Re-Done Jameson 35 mL Jameson (1.2 oz) 20 mL […] More

Time-tested classic cocktails, revered by generations of satisfied guests, hold an unparalleled allure. Yet, bartenders continually seek to create Cocktails With A Modern Twist, infusing contemporary flair into these beloved classics and capturing the essence of modernity. Consider experimenting with caper spirit, coconut fatwash, or blending Campari with tahini paste for a refreshing twist on […] More