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Mexican Dessert Cocktails: Sweet Sips with a Delicious Twist
Mexican dessert cocktails bring together everything people love about Mexican sweets. Think bold chocolate, warm spice, silky caramel, deep coffee, and bright tropical notes. These flavors play beautifully with tequila, giving these tempting drinks a fun, indulgent personality that’s perfect for slow nights in or relaxed after-dinner moments. The natural hints of vanilla, fruit, and gentle spice in tequila make it a surprisingly versatile […]
Black Sesame Cocktails: Nutty, Toasty & Totally Trending
Black sesame cocktails use toasted black sesame seeds for their rich, nutty, and slightly earthy flavor. The seeds can be blended into syrups, pastes, or infused spirits to create modern drinks like Black Sesame Martinis, Old Fashioned variations, and espresso cocktails that balance sweetness with deep roasted complexity. This rising star flavor, with its rich, […]
Cocktails with Place Names: A World Tour in a Glass
Ever wondered why there are so many cocktails with place names? From the Manhattan to the Mai Tai, these drinks carry more than flavor; they tell stories. Each one captures a moment in time, a spark of wanderlust, or a slice of culture from somewhere worth remembering. Some were born in luxury hotels or seaside […]
Thanksgiving Batch Cocktails for Easy Holiday Hosting
Thanksgiving batch cocktails keep your hosting game calm, confident, and low effort, which is exactly what you want when your house is full, and the oven is working overtime. Making drinks in big batches means you can hang out with your people instead of shaking single servings all day. You get one quick prep moment, […]
How to Drink Bourbon: A Beginner’s Guide
Learning how to drink bourbon can feel a little intimidating if you’re new to the whiskey world. There’s a lot of talk about mash bills, barrel char, proof levels, not to mention tasting notes that sometimes sound like dessert menus. The truth? Bourbon is one of the most welcoming spirits out there. It’s versatile too […]
Festive Tequila Holiday Cocktails to Try This Season
The holidays feel magical because everything slows down, giving you time to celebrate with the people who make your world feel warm. Tequila holiday cocktails add instant sparkle to this season—whether you’re planning a cozy movie night or a full-on Christmas bash. Tequila blends seamlessly with the good vibes as it’s lively, spirited, and brings […]
What’s the Difference Between Aperol and Campari?
Campari vs Aperol? Welcome to the crux of an age-old cocktail-shaking question, bestie. Both of these Italian aperitifs come to the party with an unmistakable bittersweet kick that turns an ordinary afternoon into something cinematic. Think sun-drenched piazzas, clinking ice, and conversations that linger until dusk. The good news is that this isn’t a contest, […]
The Inside Scoop on Picking the Perfect Tequila Glass
Tequila is more than a party starter; it’s a deeply rooted cultural symbol tied to celebration, craftsmanship, and ritual. And while most people think about what’s in the glass, the tequila glasses themselves deserve just as much hype. From the very first whiff to the final sip, your choice of vessel can shape the entire […]
7 US Open Cocktails to Sip Courtside (or Couchside!)
Game, set, sip! The US Open isn’t just a tennis tournament; it’s a whole late-summer mood. Friends gather, the matches heat up, and the drinks deserve a courtside seat. That’s where our lineup of US Open cocktails comes in. We’re talking easy-to-make serves that bring style to your living room, balcony, or backyard watch party. […]
From Classic to Creative: 10 Must-Try Maple Syrup Cocktails
Maple syrup cocktails are having a major moment, and we’re here for it. This pancake-loving classic is a total game-changer behind the bar, adding delicious depth to clinkers of all kinds. It also plays beautifully with big personalities like Wild Turkey 101, SKYY Vodka, Appleton Estate rum, and Bulldog Gin, elevating both classics and modern […]
Celebrate National Spritz Day with the Perfect Summer Spritz
National Spritz Day is your sign to slow down, sip something sparkly, and celebrate summer in style. Every August 1st, this day honors the iconic Aperol Spritz, a bold, bubbly cocktail that’s gained the rep of being the ultimate summer vibe. Think low-ABV bliss, clinking glasses, and a sunny summer spritz party with friends. *Bliss* […]
Creative Cocktail Ideas Perfect for Hosting a Labor Day Party
Planning on hosting a Labor Day party? You’ll want a drinks menu that keeps the vibe light, sunny, and effortlessly chill. Whether you’re hanging by the pool, throwing a backyard BBQ, heading out on the lake, or wrangling the whole family for one last summer bash, we’ve got you covered. Our Labor Day cocktails guide […]