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  • The Glenlivet Nàdurra Triumph 1991

    ByJonas Halpren

    New from the Glenlivet, comes a unique single malt created from a single-source grain Triumph Barley. Distilled non-chilled filtered and then aged 18 years in Speyside, this is the Glenlivet’s first ever single-varietal scotch.

    The Glenlivet Nàdurra Triumph 1991 single malt has a light golden hue. Its nose is extremely smooth with a slight fruitiness and tones of butterscotch.

    Aged 18 years, the Glenlivet Nàdurra Triumph 1991 is like velvet on the tongue. It has … Read more

  • Milk & Honey Cocktail

    Happy New Year! Being New Year’s Day we thought we’d need a little jump start, so we choose this simple drink of Benedictine and milk. The cognac based liqueur was originally created as pick me up for tired Benedictine Monks. It’s closely guarded recipe of 27 herbs and spices is also very soothing, even more so when combined with Milk. Served hot or cold, I think we could all use a little Milk & Honey … Read more

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    New Year’s Cocktails 2010

    ByJonas Halpren

    Well, that’s it: 2009 is almost a wrap, but not before we have a few cocktails first. As always, Drink of the Week has some clever new cocktails for your enjoyment. First, a couple of cocktails for New Year’s Eve. Start with the New Year’s Sparkler and then just around midnight switch to the Midnight Kick for just that. A bit of tequila will keep the night going strong. On New Year’s Day, you can … Read more

  • Top 10 Cocktails of 2009

    ByJonas Halpren

    I was mulling over different ideas for an end-of-year post and landed on this fun list while looking at the year’s site activity. This list is as democratic as they come; it’s basically the top cocktails determined by views. The biggest surprise? The sidecar at #1, glad to see. It was always Rachel’s favorite. It knocked the much-derided Appletini from the top spot—it’s #2 this year—, a spot it had held for several years. So … Read more

  • Holiday Cocktails from Chivas Regal

    Courtesy of Chivas Regal.

    December Cocktail

    Ingredients:
    1 ¼ oz Chivas Regal 12 yo
    Dash cinnamon syrup
    2 oz apple juice

    Instructions:
    Build all the ingredients in an old-fashioned glass and add ice cubes. (Cinnamon syrup can be made by mixing equal parts of powder sugar and warm water. Heat with a stick of cinnamon and let rest until cold, when the cinnamon will have infused fully). Garnish with a pinch of Cinnamon powder, flamed.… Read more

  • Pineapple Mai Tai (AKA Pai Tai)

    It’s cold, so let’s try a bit of the Tropics. Here’s a twist on the classic Mai Tai, AKA the Pai Tai!

    Drink this while you pretend it’s still warm outside! (Unless you live in Hawaii, where I took this photo, in which case you don’t have to pretend)

    This recipe differs from the Trader Vic’s recipe … but both are pretty tasty! This one includes pineapple juice because it is inspired by my recent … Read more

  • Johnnie Walker Blue Label vs. Chivas Regal 18

    ByJonas Halpren

    We were recently asked to taste two amazing whiskies head to head, Johnnie Walker Blue Label vs. Chivas Regal 18.

    Chivas Regal 18

    Chivas Regal 18 includes over 20 of Scotland’s rarest single malt whiskies

    Quite strong on the nose with a slight oakyness.

    The color is a rich dark amber.

    On the tongue Chivas 18 is smooth, fruity and warm with caramel accents. Every sip is smooth, velvety and wonderful.

    Johnnie Walker Blue Label… Read more

  • SKYY Holiday Cocktails

    ByJonas Halpren

    ‘Tis the Season to Eat, Drink and Be Merry! These cocktails from SKYY Infusions do well for the “drink” part of the equation, leaving your guest all the more merry. We even have some suggestions for the “eat” part.

    Candy Cane Swirl

    The Candy Cane Swirl is designed to add a simple, yet festive element to your larger holiday parties, utilizing familiar ingredients easily mixed in larger quantities.

    Ingredients
      1 oz SKYY Infusions Raspberry 3
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  • Holiday Cocktails from Hiram Walker

    Winter Slumber

    Ingredients:
    1 part whiskey or bourbon
    ½ part Hiram Walker pumpkin spice liqueur
    ¼ part chai
    1–½ part heavy whipping cream
    Cinnamon & sugar for rim garnish

    Instructions:
    Place liquids in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into a cocktail glass rimmed with cinnamon and sugar.

    Rocky Mountain Ginger Crisp

    Ingredients:
    1 part premium whiskey
    ½ part Hiram Walker gingerbread liqueur
    1-½ part apricot nectar
    1-½ part sparkling … Read more

  • Holiday Punch Recipes

    ByJonas Halpren

    One way to make the holiday season merry is with a fantastic bowl of punch.

    Not only is big bowl of Christmas punch is an easy way to serve a lot of guests, but it can also be a festive display that gets people in the holiday spirit.

    Here are some punch recipes we think will make your holiday party a hit!

      Coconut Eggnog Spiced Tea Holiday Punch Burroughs Festive Plum Punch Wassail Punch Ponche
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