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A collection of cocktail recipes that are sure to please. Featuring martinis, tropicals, champagne cocktails, hot drinks, mocktails and more.
New Orleans Cocktails
New Orleans has a rich cocktail history, one that is includes many of our favorite classic cocktails created by the best bartenders over the years. The tradition of this significant lineage lives on in many of the city's bars and lounges and there is no shortage of fantastic sips when you visit. New Orleans is also ho…
A to Z Cocktail Recipes
Find the cocktail recipe you are looking for in this large alphabetized collection.
Holiday and Seasonal Drink Index
Every season and holiday has different flavors that we associate with it and there is a cocktail for almost every occasion. This directory of drinks will help you find the perfect drinks for whatever season it is.
Martini Recipes
The revival of the cocktail culture and some very creative mixologists have treated our taste buds with some great flavor. Many of these "new" Martinis allow us to indulge in our favorite flavors including fruits and chocolate while others substitute the traditional gin with another base spirit or simply use a garnish other than an olive.
Classic Cocktails and Mixed Drinks
Thousands of cocktails have been created since the first drink was mixed, but only a few have stood up to the test of time. From the 18th century Mint Julep and Eggnog to the Prohibition era Hurricane and Deauville Cocktail, these classics are just that, classic.
Shooter Recipes
Directions for making some of the most popular shooters and mixed shots. Shooters are short, potent drinks that are mixed with a combination of spirits, liqueurs and non-alcoholic mixers while shots only contain ingredients that are alcoholic. Both shooters and shots are drank in one tip of the glass.
Punch Recipes
Serving a punch at parties is a great way to free yourself up for your guests and serve great drinks at the same time. This index of recipes includes some flavorful punches that are easy to make and sure to make an impression at any type of party.
Margarita Madness
The Margarita is one of the cocktails that has a number of variations, in fact there are too many "Margaritas" to keep track of and many are such a stretch from the original that they are only Margaritas by name. <p>The Margarita is typically a mix of http://tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice and a sweetener. This base mix has been ad…
Frozen and Blended Drinks
Directory of frozen and blended cocktails. Including variations of the Margarita, Daiquiri and Colada.
Warm Drinks for Cold Days
Directory of drinks that are served warm. The list includes hot tea and coffee drinks as well as toddies and hot chocolate drinks.
The Hot Toddy Collection
The Hot Toddy is a popular warm drink and there are many variations of the original whiskey, lemon and honey toddy and this is a collection of those. The range includes brandy, gin and rum and a variety of sweeteners and tastes.
Dessert Cocktails
Looking for a great dessert cocktail to serve after a dinner party? Here's a list of drinks that are sweet, delicious and perfect for dessert.
Champagne & Wine Cocktails
Champagne and wine are great on their own but are even better when mixed with spirits and other flavors to make some wonderful cocktails.
Beer Drinks
A collection of recipes that include beers and near beers.
Popular Drinks Every Bartender Should Know
All bars have a different list of popular drinks and specialties that patrons order on a regular basis. However there are a few drinks that every bartender should know no matter what establishment you tend at.
10 Cheap Drinks to Make at Home and Save Money
When budgets get tight drinking habits change and many people choose to make drinks at home. These 10 drinks can be made at minimal cost and with a few extra, and cheap, mixers you'll have a variety of options for cocktails.
Orange Juice Cocktails
Orange juice is key to a well-stocked bar, there is no question about that. Without it you cannot have a Screwdriver, a Bronx, a Mimosa or any of a number of other popular drinks.
Cranberry Cocktails
Cranberry is an excellent fruit for cocktails and you will find it used often. This collection of drink recipes all include cranberries or cranberry juice.
Grapefruit Cocktails
Grapefruit is an excellent fruit for cocktails and you will find it used often. This collection of drink recipes all include fresh grapefruit.
Hollywood Cocktails
Cocktails often made an appearance in the early cinema and many of the early Hollywood legends have drinks named for them. Relive these moments with some great cocktails and unforgettable lines in classic films.
How to Drink Absinthe
At 106 proof absinthe should not be drank straight, instead there is an appropriate preparation that has been used for years to enjoy the strong anise-flavored liqueur.
Top Picks for Bartending Guides
These are some of the best cocktail guide books available and are filled with recipes, photographs and tips to guide everyone along the path to the perfect cocktail.
Ouzo Cocktail Recipes
Greek Food Guide, Nancy Gaifyllia, has some great cocktails that use Ouzo. Ouzo is a Greek brandy with anise flavorings that is interesting and worth a taste.
Big Game Cocktails
Football fans celebrate their teams in unusual ways and some have even created new cocktails using the football theme. Find cocktail recipes for your Super Bowl Party including a Blitz, a Punt, an Interception and even a Quarterback Sack that have been collected from fans' playbooks.
Oui Apéritif!
Devin D. O'Leary creates a wonderful narrative of the history of the aperitif, the before dinner drink.

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