Liqueur
Humankind has been enjoying liqueur for a long time – like a really, really long time. As in, there is a liqueur on the market today that has been made and marketed since 1084, and there is historical mention of liqueur alongside the other accomplishments of a bevy of medieval monks and alchemists. Not to mention historical traces thereof dating back to 3000 BC!
Suffice it to say, when you enjoy a liqueur-based cocktail today, you are standing (or sipping, if you will) on the shoulders of historical giants. This selection of mixed drinks features everything from Grand Marnier, to Cynar, Averna, Braulio, Frangelico, and Ancho Reyes – amazing liqueurs that add a real dash of lyrical oomph to these cocktails.
10 Chartreuse (Yellow & Green) Cocktails to try in 2023
Modern-day Chartreuse cocktails are a bit like Tom Hanks. See, Mr. Hanks is very famous in his own right thanks to his performances in movies like Forrest Gump and Captain Phillips. However, he also happens to be the third cousin (four times removed) of Abraham Lincoln, who passed the Emancipation Proclamation and is known as […]
Grand Marnier VS Cointreau: Everything You Need to Know
If you’ve been pondering the difference between Cointreau VS Grand Marnier, we’ve got you covered. Straight off the bat, it’s important to note that these are both officially recognized orange liqueurs. This puts them a notch above the general triple sec category. When it comes to triple sec, it’s basically a free-for-all. Triple sec just […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Cynar & the Best Cynar Cocktails
Cynar cocktails are leading the vanguard in new and exciting drinks, and there is literally nothing else you should be drinking on National Artichoke Day, celebrated on March 16th. Not because Cynar tastes like artichokes, but because it’s made with artichoke leaves. It’s a boldly bitter Italian liqueur that deserves a place of honor in […]
9 Tasty Cointreau Substitutes to Try in 2023
Looking for a new Cointreau substitute to add some zest to your cocktails? If you’re keen on discovering some new varieties of orange liqueur, it’s time to mix things up and explore some exciting alternatives. We have 9 delicious substitutes for Cointreau that will elevate your mixology game. Whether you prefer the bold flavor of […]
14 Irish Cocktails to Serve All Year Round
The best kind of Irish cocktails are a lot like limericks – quirky, amusing, and lots of fun to share with family and friends. To set the scene for a festive St Patrick’s Day, beautiful Bealtaine (May Day), and all sorts of craic-infused DIY get-togethers, we rounded up a selection of 14 cocktails with plenty […]
8 Tasty Elderflower Cocktail Recipes You'll Adore
If you love a drink that is fresh, fruity, and soft, with lingering notes of pear, lychee, and tropical flavors, you’ll adore elderflower cocktails. Elderflower liqueur is a wonderful cocktail ingredient to have around the house and can be used to make all sorts of captivating mixed drinks. Elderflowers also symbolize new beginnings, so if […]
10 New Orleans-Inspired Cocktails to Make this Mardi Gras
When spring breezes start to play in the leaves of the live oaks and magnolias that line the lively streets of New Orleans, it’s time to whip up Mardi Gras cocktails and let the festivities begin! If you can’t make it to southern Louisiana to join the celebrations in person, take your pick from our […]
19 Extra Special Valentine’s Day Cocktails to Sip & Serve this Year
Love is in the air, honey, and that means it’s almost time to set the scene for romance with some gorgeous Valentine’s Day cocktails. We’ve rounded up 18 amazing drinks that give major heart-eyes energy. Treat yourself and your favorite human to one (or two) of these lovely cocktails this V-Day! 1. Pink Lady cocktail […]
Caribbean Inspiration: 10 Falernum Cocktails To Try
If you love all things Caribbean, you will most certainly be into falernum cocktails. This versatile, alcohol-based syrup liqueur is made with sweet almonds, and comes to the party with flavors of ginger, lime, allspice, and cloves. Typically used in tiki cocktails and drinks that call for a rich and nutty component, it’s a great ingredient […]
12 Honey Syrup Cocktails that Zzzing with Sweetness
We love honey syrup cocktails because they come to the party with an interesting depth of flavor that isn’t always apparent in drinks made with other simple syrups. Whether it’s the notion of bees on the wing adding their zingy energy to the mix, or the wide variety of flavor notes that typify honey from […]
10 Averna Cocktail Recipes & Guide to the Italian Amaro
Sicily has always been a popular destination, but right now, it’s having a glorious moment in the sun with the culmination of The White Lotus season 2. Viewers across the globe have fallen in love with its blue seas and rocky coastlines. While the Aperol Spritz stole the show, Sicily is also home to another […]
11 Lively Limoncello Cocktail Recipes for all Lemon Lovers
Whenever a summery pick-me-up is called for, we like to bring out this list of bright and breezy limoncello cocktail recipes that are tailor-made for easy, satisfying sipping. Whether you make your own limoncello, or have a store-bought bottle handy, these quick and simple cocktail recipes with limoncello will have you living la dolce vita […]