Posts in Whiskey
Sleepy Time Old Fashioned

The ultimate nightcap doesnā€™t exiā€¦ā€¦This recipe combines the base formula for an Old Fashioned combined with flavors inspired by sleepy-time tea, which contains a blend of herbs that include chamomile and lemongrass. I further enhanced that flavor with honey and ginger to create the ultimate simple syrup perfect for #BedTime.

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Konbanwa (恓悓恰悓ćÆ)

Consider this your rainy-day cocktail recipe ā˜”ļøšŸ„ƒ

A little backstory on this one, I received a unique ingredient from my friends at stgeorgespirits - an Umeshu liqueur. Traditionally Umeshu is created by steeping Japanese plums in shochu and sugar and it produces a fruity, sweet and slightly tart flavor that is just perfect for sipping or in a cocktail. Now, this bottle is discontinued so Iā€™ve been savoring every last drop.

I wanted to make a recipe that would be as unique as the liqueur and had the idea to pair Saint Georgeā€™s Baller Single Malt with a sweet soy syrup (this is more sweet with a touch of savory from soy), the cocktail is brightened up with a bit of calamansi just to round out the flavors, creating a drink that is a little sweet, fruity, savory with a hint of citrus tartness. I wish I could say this would be easy to recreate as I realize these ingredients are not something very common in oneā€™s pantry, but if you get a chance, try this out one out.

Cheers yā€™all.

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The Boule-Bird

TIKI-inspired Boulevardier? Yep.

Together with coopercraft, my good buddy Jordan aka @highproofpreacher and myself have teamed up to create two takes on a Boulevardier. Both recipes will be using similar ingredients in pineapple and sherry but they will be vastly different in flavor and texture but very similar in that theyā€™re both absolutely delicious.

This is my take on a tiki-inspired cross between a Boulevardier and a Jungle Bird. This recipe is both SHAKEN and STIRRED. The initial base is a Boulevardier-riff that combines Oloroso sherry and the 100-proof coopercraft Barrel Reserve to provide something familiar but not overly sweet to compliment the topping (think Garibaldi). This orgeat, salted-pineapple foam is literally the icing on the cake. This topping is shaken to showcase the pineappleā€™s natural ability to foam when aerated (shaken) providing for light and fluffy top and a strong, complementary base to match. You NEED to make this recipe this week and make sure to head on over to @highproofpreacher to check out his coffee/pineapple riff!

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Peppermint Espresso Manhattan

Yeah youā€™ve done the Espresso Martini, but what about an Espresso Manhattan?

Together with angosturahouse, weā€™ve created an easy sipping, holiday inspired cocktail thatā€™s sure to get you through the season. It combines the flavors of cocoa, coffee and peppermint which is then rounded out with sweet vermouth to help balance the bourbon in this recipe. Make sure to put this one up on your menu at your holiday party tonight. Cheers yā€™all!

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Tollhouse Manhattan

Chocolate cookie + single malt whiskey? Yup, Iā€™ve got you covered.

Together with stranahans, Iā€™ve created a seasonal recipe made with their new Blue Peak American Single Malt Whiskey. This Manhattan riff features all the flavors of this single malt, paired with a biscotti cookie and cocoa bitters, making for an easy and well balanced sipper. Cheers yā€™all!

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Mulled Cider Old Fashioned

You know when you create a recipe and you know itā€™s going to be a staple during the holidays? Yeahā€¦ this is it. Iā€™ve melded the flavors of a traditional mulled cider together with a classic Old Fashioned. The result is a bourbon forward holiday sipper that youā€™ll want to keep sipping throughout the rest of the holiday season. Youā€™re going to want to try this one out for sure, cheers yā€™all

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Wintered Amaro Sour

Letā€™s keep those seasonal cocktails going, shall we?

Together with amarolucano1894, Iā€™ve created a recipe thats sure to warm you right up in the coldest of nights. The recipe combines bourbon, cinnamon syrup, lemon juice and the bold flavors in Amaro Lucano to create a wonderfully balanced flavor that is softened by an egg white (or aquafaba) foam. This one was a treat to make and drink and hope youā€™ll do the same. Cheers yā€™all.

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Gingered Toddy

Itā€™s a cold one tonight, get ready for Toddy szn with this easy recipe.

Together with bladeandbowwhiskey, Iā€™ve created an easy, delicious take on a hot toddy. It combines the warming flavors of bourbon, ginger, honey and lemon and adds some fall spices to the mix - making for a drink thatā€™s sure to warm you up tonight.

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Kahawa Collins

see you need a little pick-me-up.

Well youā€™re in luck, together with amarula_us, Iā€™ve created a coffee forward cocktail that will do just that. If you havenā€™t heard of #Amarula, its a cream liqueur created from the Marula fruit native to Africa that is aged in French Oak to round out the hints of nougat, caramel and vanilla. All perfect accompaniments to your cold brew or espresso (and/or whiskey). Enjoy and cheers yā€™all!

PSA: You can buy today on TerlatoSpirits.com, at Total Wine & More, or a retailer near you!

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Spiced Cocoa Old Fashioned

The holiday season is around the corner. Are you ready?

Together with angosturahouse, weā€™ve created the perfect stirred rye cocktail that marries flavors of cinnamon with their newest member of the bittersā€™ family: ANGOSTURAĀ® cocoa bitters.
Now is a perfect time to get the fireplace going and make this recipe. Cheers yā€™all!

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