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    ByThe Barkeep

    This appetizer is a quick, easy and tasty way to spice up your cocktail party. These olives make a nice nibbler and a wonderful accompaniment to a vodka or gin martini. Instead of adding olives to the drink, serve these alongside. Ingredients 2 cups green or black pitted olives (not canned ones, get the fancy…

  • Highland Park Valhalla Collection – Thor – Review

    ByRachel Halpren

    The latest release from Highland Park is the first in a collection of four scotches with a release occurring every year, starting in 2012. It appears that each release will be named after a Norse god, and the first release is called Thor after the Norse god of thunder and war. Check out the Thor website. One may wonder why a Scotch house is paying homage to Norse gods. I know I asked myself that question. Well, it turns out that Orkney, the island where Highland Park is distilled, is actually as Norse as Scottish. The Vikings moved into Orkney in the 9th century and controlled it until the 15th century when the Scots gained control. In fact, the Vikings used Orkney as a base for raiding Britain, Scotland and other lands, including their brethren in Norway.

  • Soda Limon

    ByThe Barkeep

    As we ease into fall, this easy drink from Caravella Limoncello fit the bill. Soda Limon is the perfect cocktail for a lazy fall weekend. An elegant touch when guests want something a little lighter. Ingredients 1 ½ ounce Caravella Soda water Instructions Add ice and Caravella to a tall glass. Top with soda water. Courtesy…

  • Drunken Cranberry Sauce

    ByDOTW Staff

    Some people are really attached to having can-shaped cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving. This year, you can save the canned stuff for the kids’ table. Why not add a little creativity—and booze—to your turkey dinner? This sauce keeps for several weeks, so it’s an easy thing to make ahead of time. Hit the sauce! Ingredients: 12…