Gimlet
A gimlet has roots in the early 19th century, preventing scurvy in British sailors, but it’s time to update with craft made lime cordial.
Indigo Blue
The beautiful color of Indigo Blue is only surpassed by its delicious, smooth, silky flavor with gin, elderflower and blue pea blossom tea.
Little Red Dress
Inspired by the Negroni, the Little Red Dress is perfectly balanced between bitter and sweet. Enjoy it pre or post dinner or sip anytime!
Baby Wrote Me A Letter
Baby Wrote Me A Letter about a non-alcoholic cocktail for Sober October. Give your liver some R&R, the holidays are near!
Cucumber Gin & Tonic
The Aviary’s Cucumber Gin & Tonic has never been on their menu, but it’s on mine. A work of art and study in chemistry.
The Last Word
The Last Word combines equal parts to create an herbal, sweet and sour cocktail. It makes this pre-prohibition drink one of the finest.
The Bijou
The Bijou is a jewel, living up to its French name as a beautiful, delicious gem. Here’s how to make the original and the modern versions.
French 75 Cocktail
The French 75 is as powerful as the 75mm howitzers used to defend the Maginot Line. Keep that in mind when you decide to order another.
Jasmin Cocktail
A Jasmin has it all, aromatic gin, sweet orange and a touch of bitterness. This is a beautiful and delicious before dinner drink.
Classic Martini
A classic martini with gin and vermouth is the ultimate cocktail. Stirred, not shaken, it is a crystal clear sight to behold!
Guide to Infusing Spirits
Use my Beginners Guide to Infusing Spirits to channel your mad chemist desires and create some fresh, unique flavors for your cocktails.
Corpse Reviver #2
The Corpse Reviver #2’s unusual name piqued my curiosity. The authentic version led me the London Savoy Hotel in the 1930’s.