Featured Libation #107: Dark Day
While tending the bar the other day, a guest ordered a classic Brown Derby. I gave a quaint smile and mixed one up for the poor fellow, as I thought to myself that while I like the combination of rye...
View ArticleFeatured Libation #108: Fall of Man
It’s been almost 3 months since I’ve been able to order Amaro Nonino from my distributor and it finally came in last week! I know, I know, I could always order it online but shipping usually is about...
View ArticleItalian Inspired, Washington Made: broVo Amaro Release Party
A few weeks ago a local Washington distiller, broVo Spirits, had a release party for their limited edition new line up of Italian inspired amari using local rhubarb as the base. This project has not...
View ArticleOutside In
I have to say, this month’s theme for MxMo LXX: “Inverted”, has probably been the most unique one since I’ve joined this monthly cocktail party. Steve Putney over at Putney Farms has challenged us to...
View ArticleAn Advocate for Advocaat
I have to say, while it’s not the most common ingredient used in most cocktails today, advocaat is a great way to add texture and subtle flavor to a cocktail. In fact, I really couldn’t find many...
View ArticleOkie Dokie Artichokie
Vegetables you can drink. That’s the focus of this month’s Mixology Monday, hosted by Rowen at the Fogged In Lounge. I think for most of us this instantly brings about visions of suppressing head...
View ArticlePink is the New Gold
Early in 2014 I along with 4 other bartenders authored a recipe for broVo Spirits to produce 4 locally made vermouth, using Washington made wine, and they were just recently released back in September....
View ArticleFeeling Blue Never Tasted So Good
OK, it may not blueberry season, but I had a pint of them just sitting in the fridge beckoning to be eaten. I can only eat so much fruit so what better way to utilize them then in a cocktail?...
View ArticleCold is the New Hot
Tuesday, September 29th. Today’s date, as you all know, is National Coffee Day and here at Shake, Strain & Sip, and we would be distraught if we didn’t take the time to celebrate this wondrous...
View ArticleRye Not?
I love rye. There, I said it. And you know what, you should to dammit! Sorry, I get a little fired up sometimes when it comes to things that I am passionate about. I mean, what’s not to like about...
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