The cure for all your ailments… The Penicillin (cocktail, that is)
More often than not I get asked about how to use scotch in a cocktail, well… I’m here to show you one of the classics. Feel free to use a blended scotch for this but single malt is just so tasty. Cheers y’all.
This is recipe is fall in a glass for this year’s #OldFashionedWeek 🥃
We, I created a variation on an Old Fashioned that will be an instant hit this season. It combines the familiar pairing of apples and cinnamon and combines them with the rich and complex notes of the 94 proof #ElijahCraig Small Batch bourbon, providing for one of the easiest sipping cocktails you’ll make this this season.
If you’re unfamiliar with Old Fashioned Week, it’s an annual celebration of this classic Bourbon cocktail, featuring events in bars and online. As an added bonus, the funds raised for this campaign will be donated to a great cause: the Southern Smoke Foundation
I fly like paper and…
…did you know the Paper Plane was a riff on The Last Word - and it was named after the MIA track… yeah… that one, from Pineapple Express 🤯 Anyway, its one of my rediscovered favorites to make, equal parts and perfect for the summer.
The ultimate nightcap doesn’t exi……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.
Read MoreConsider this your rainy-day cocktail recipe ☔️🥃
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 I’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 George’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 one’s pantry, but if you get a chance, try this out one out.
Cheers y’all.
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 they’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 pineapple’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!
If you love espressos + whiskey, this one is for you.
Y’all know alllll about the Espresso Martini, well what if we combined that with one of the classics in a rye Manhattan, well this is that cocktail and with the addition of salted caramel syrup. this one is absolutely delicious.
This Irish Old Fashioned is 🔥
Together with thequietmanirishwhiskey, we’re recreating some classic recipes utilizing the incredible 8 year single malt Irish Whiskey. It provides for a flavorful; yet, well balanced base spirit for any whiskey-based cocktail. Try it out for yourself!
Who doesn’t love Old Fashioned’s… and who doesn’t love Pralines?? Let’s combine the two, shall we?
Read MoreThere is a silver lining in every cloud and one our recent social challenges has produced is the classic cocktail party is making a comeback. Let me show you how to host your own cocktail party in the comfort of your own home.
Read MoreYeah you’ve done the Espresso Martini, but what about an Espresso Manhattan?
Together with angosturahouse, we’ve created an easy sipping, holiday inspired cocktail that’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 y’all!
Chocolate cookie + single malt whiskey? Yup, I’ve got you covered.
Together with stranahans, I’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 y’all!
You know when you create a recipe and you know it’s going to be a staple during the holidays? Yeah… this is it. I’ve melded the flavors of a traditional mulled cider together with a classic Old Fashioned. The result is a bourbon forward holiday sipper that you’ll want to keep sipping throughout the rest of the holiday season. You’re going to want to try this one out for sure, cheers y’all
Read MoreLet’s keep those seasonal cocktails going, shall we?
Together with amarolucano1894, I’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 you’ll do the same. Cheers y’all.
It’s a cold one tonight, get ready for Toddy szn with this easy recipe.
Together with bladeandbowwhiskey, I’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 that’s sure to warm you up tonight.
see you need a little pick-me-up.
Well you’re in luck, together with amarula_us, I’ve created a coffee forward cocktail that will do just that. If you haven’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 y’all!
PSA: You can buy today on TerlatoSpirits.com, at Total Wine & More, or a retailer near you!
The holiday season is around the corner. Are you ready?
Together with angosturahouse, we’ve created the perfect stirred rye cocktail that marries flavors of cinnamon with their newest member of the bitters’ family: ANGOSTURA® cocoa bitters.
Now is a perfect time to get the fireplace going and make this recipe. Cheers y’all!
This late 1800’s classic combines a traditional whiskey sour but adds a red wine floater. It’s as beautiful as it is delicious and its a great gateway to wine drinkers who “hate” bourbon. Give this one a shot!
Read MoreThis one is a peanut butter and jelly take on a classic Old Fashioned using Skrewball PB Whiskey. Give it a shot!
Read MoreMan, y’all are really crushing it with #ClearIceWeek - it has been putting together clear ice content for what seems like forever. Make sure to check out his page for some great tips and photos of his creations! Really great stuff - cheers everyone!
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