Sweater weather season is upon us. The days have gotten shorter, the weather is colder and our palates are changing. Out with the light, bright and effervescent and in with the spiced, robust and boozy. While whisk(e)y is obligatory for fall, thereโs always room in my liquor cabinet for a few essential modifiers that work well in shaken or stirred drinks (and also my morning coffee on those extra cold days). For me, I typically like to have three modifiers…
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Beautiful in colour(s) yet mild in flavour, dragon fruits are a peculiar and intriguing fruit. I am always looking for ways to incorporate them into cocktails, whether it be as a garnish or muddled…
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My darling friend Jane and I recently had a chat about how delicious mint and coconut were together. Inspired by our chats, I’ve created Coco Jane, a super simple and refreshing cocktail with just…
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While I’m classifying this colourful cocktail as a “julep” it looks more reminiscent of a sangria. Made with just a few ingredients this glorious beverage is perfect for quenching you (and your friends’) thirst…
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Have you heard of Hyssop before? I certainly hadn’t until recently. Hyssop is a herbaceous plant that has medicinal properties tied to helping with cough relief and as an antiseptic. I was intrigued by…
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Now this definitely doesn’t look like a traditional Mint Julep but it has all the essential ingredients. But to keep it interesting (and aesthetically appealing) I’ve layered the ingredients. I’ll be posting a more…
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I recently visited a Farmer’s Market in search of tayberries (sadly, I didn’t find any) but came across a stand with black, white and red currants. Now blackcurrants are no stranger to the spirits…
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The exact history of the Mint Julep is hazy to say the least. Some people say it was a tasty morning beverage for farmers in the south to get their farming on. Others say…
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I have always dreamed of going to the Kentucky Derby and sipping on some bourbon-filled cocktails on a hot summer’s day sporting my Sunday’s best and a fabulous fascinator. And with the Hasting’s Racetrack…
