DIY Cocktails

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    Rum Old Fashioned

    ByDOTW Staff

    Inspired by a delicious rum that brings to mind a scotch, today’s drink is a Rum Old Fashioned. We’ve reviewed Brugal 1888 and found it to be a sipping rum complex enough to please whiskey aficionados. So why not try it in the ultimate whiskey drink?

    Adding a little sugar and bitters to Brugal 1888 draws out the sweet notes while maintaining the rum’s deep smoky and spicy flavors. I highly recommend you get your … Read more

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    Jalapeño Margarita

    ByDOTW Staff

    Spice up your Margaritas with jalapeño-infused tequila!

    Using a fresh jalapeño from my garden, I made a super-simple infusion that adds a little oomph to the basic Margarita. The spice level is moderate, so if you want a spicier result then add another pepper. Serve it with some chips and salsa, and you’re set.

    Ingredients

    2 oz jalapeño tequila*
    ¾ oz fresh orange juice
    ½ oz fresh lime juice
    1 oz triple sec

    Instructions

    Add … Read more