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Honey Deuce Cocktail

New Orleans, LA

We often write about classic cocktails. The problem with this is the fact that we end up writing about iconic, well-known drinks over and over again. We’re talking about the likes of the Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Martini, and Daiquiri. And while we love these timeless drinks, this means some other classic drinks don’t get the respect their due. So, to remedy this, we’ve decided to highlight a lesser-known drink that absolutely should get the same amount of attention as the aforementioned cocktails. We’re talking about the La Louisiane.

The La Louisiane is your new go-to cocktail

As Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer and the beginning of fall, now is the time to get out your darker spirits. Many people like to enjoy lighter drinks in the summertime, with plenty of spritzes and bubbly concoctions. And for winter, you’ll want something hearty and warming. But coming into this transition period, it’s a good excuse to get a bit experimental with your cocktails.

Three whiskey cocktails, from an alternative spritz to a cherry sour

One of the great joys of summer, as every gardener knows, is a cool, crunchy, fresh cucumber. Often overlooked as an uninspiring salad staple, the humble cucumber actually has a distinct flavor of its own and a great freshness which is a delightful addition to many cocktails. Cucumber works naturally in savory-focused drinks incorporating ingredients like basil or celery, but it also goes extremely well with citrus, particularly lime juice, and can even work in sweeter drinks if it’s balanced carefully.

Cool, refreshing, and the taste of summer - cucumber is an underrated cocktail ingredient

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The Lemon Drop Martini is a classy citrus sipper that's served with a frosty, sugar-studded rim. It's also super easy to craft at home and tastes like liquid candy. Could there be anything better than a cocktail that tastes like candy? Obviously, this is a rhetorical question for true lovers of both candy and cocktails. The better question is which cocktail tastes like candy without tasting too sweet or, even worse, cloying.

Lemon Drop Martini: Classy Citrus Sipper

Soul Screwed Series

Introducing Strawberry Crunch Mini Tacos: a charming and innovative take on the classic dessert tacos. Encased in a crispy and sugary strawberry shell, these miniature tacos are generously filled with a smooth and fruity cheesecake mixture. An ideal choice for those seeking a playful and celebratory indulgence.

Strawberry Crunch Mini Tacos: A Playful Dessert Indulgence

Drinking a classic White Russian cocktail isn’t something we do every day. After all, one of its ingredients is heavy cream. But, when we want to sip a cocktail that’s easy to make and tastes like dessert, it’s a go-to choice. What Is a White Russian?. The...

Creamy Dreamy White Russian Cocktail

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Bright, tasty, and we might even say, bursting with enthusiasm. Okay, we’ll let you decide on that last bit. But with zesty citrus, juicy berries, passion fruit, and smooth Tito's, you can definitely trust us on this one.

Passion Berry Cocktail: Tangy, Fruity, and Refreshing

When anyone embarks on their bartending journey, one of the first steps is usually learning how to make the classics: Old Fashioneds, Martinis, Negronis, Daiquiris, and the like. It’s sound practice; you’ve got to crawl before you go out and run a marathon. From there, the drinks, ingredients,...

We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s the Easiest Cocktail to Master?

If you’re anything like us, before you try a new cocktail, you read over the ingredients on the bar menu. You probably look for alcohol and the ingredients you prefer. On top of classic ingredients like herbs, bitters, simple syrup, vermouth, and others, one of our favorites is Aperol.

Aperol adds a bittersweet kick to your favorite cocktails

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Alameda Post

Refined by New York chemist Robert Chesebrough almost 150 years ago, petroleum jelly is still widely used today in topical applications. Even with the myths that abound online about it being carcinogenic, it has withstood the test of time.

Wonder Jelly

New York City, NY

HollywoodLife

The ‘Honey Deuce’—the legendary official cocktail of the US Open—is being loved by fans again this year. Since 2006, attendees at New York’s Grand Slam event, held at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, have quenched their thirst with the tournament’s signature boozy beverage—whose name is a playful nod to the fruit “honeydew” and the tennis score “deuce.”

Honey Deuce: How to Make the US Open’s $10 Million Signature Cocktail

We don’t condone booze for breakfast, but if we did, the most balanced metaphorical meal would have to be an Espresso Martini alongside the lesser-mentioned Breakfast Martini. In a world where boozy brunch menus are generally limited to Mimosas, Espresso Martinis, and Bloody Marys, it’s unfortunate that the Breakfast Martini has somewhat faded from the public consciousness, as it’s not just a delicious drink, but one that pushes the boundaries of what we consider when it comes to cocktail ingredients.

The Breakfast Martini

Working in the hospitality industry requires an immense amount of patience. The hours are long and unpredictable, service often goes awry, and dealing with clientele can be difficult, to say the least. And while most professionals are trained to keep their irritation buried deep, if there’s one thing that’s sure to test any bartender or server’s patience, it’s customers asking what could be considered stupid questions.

The Most Annoying Customer Questions, According to Reddit’s Bartenders

In September of 2023, Edinburgh, Scotland-based, Vault City Brewing shocked the brewing industry by releasing “the sourest beer ever,” and the world has never been the same. Welcome to another “Great Moments In Brewing. According to the brewery the sour ale Vault Dweller was inspired by Toxic...

Great Moments In Brewing: UK Brewery Crafts “Sourest Beer Ever”

Vermont State

Sweet and boozy, the Maple Bourbon Smash is ideal to pair with brunch or sip at night by the fire. Follow our easy Maple Bourbon Smash recipe and craft the delightful cocktail at home in just five minutes.

Maple Bourbon Smash: Sweet and Boozy

This cherry pie biscuits recipe by Rosie Cooks on YouTube is so good that you’d want more than just one serving. It’s an incredible dish that you can serve for breakfast, snacks, desserts, or any time you want. This is a dish that you can make for cookouts or bring to a potluck, and it’s made even more simple with the help of canned biscuits, that way you don’t need to do it from scratch.

How to Make Fried Cherry Pies Using Canned Biscuits

Woodinville, WA

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Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

Seattle, WA

So the big holiday weekend is here and the weather forecast is fantastic. If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to do, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are some big events that we look forward to all year, but if huge crowds aren’t your thing, there are smaller happenings all over the region.

Big Events and Other Things To Do for Labor Day Weekend

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

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The Cocktail College Podcast: The Swampwater

“Cocktail College” is brought to you by Mr Black cold brew coffee liqueur. Listener, do you want to know the secret to a great Espresso Martini?...

The Cocktail College Podcast: The Swampwater

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