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Jell-O Shot
Shooter recipe for a Jell-O Shot, a simple and popular party shooter with set, flavored Jell-O that is most commonly spiked with vodka.
Margarita
Cocktail recipe for a Margarita, a popular refreshing tequila and lime drink for summer.
The Black Eyed Susan Cocktail, the Official Cocktail of the Preakness
Cocktail recipe for a Black Eyed Susan, a mixed drink of Early Times Kentucky Whiskey, Finlandia Vodka, sweet and sour mix, and orange juice. This drink is the official mixed drink of the Preakness Stakes.
How to Make Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is sometimes call sugar syrup and is used in many of cocktail recipes. Here you will find how to make simple syrup three different ways, all of which are very easy.
Long Island Iced Tea
Cocktail recipe for a Long Island Iced Tea, popular and potent mixed drink of vodka, rum, tequila, gin and triple sec with sour mix and topped off with cola.
Hangover Remedies
There are many folk remedies that are supposed to be hangover cures. Many of them will help you cope by replenishing the vitamins and liquid you lost over night, while some like avoiding caffeine are very important to a quicker recovery.
Manhattan
Cocktail recipe for a Manhattan, a popular and classic whiskey and sweet vermouth cocktail.
Drinks Bartenders 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.
Bloody Mary
Cocktail recipe for a Bloody Mary, a spicy tomato juice and vodka drink that is great for brunch, cold days and easing hangover pains.
10 Most Popular Premium Vodkas
The list of vodkas is a never ending one, though there are a few that can be found anywhere. The ten most popular brands of vodka include the names many of us associate with the liquor and each offers some unique flavored vodkas.
Martini
Cocktail recipe for a Martini, the classic gin cocktail with dry vermouth. The Vodka Martini, Dry Martini and other close variations are included.
10 Drinks for Tight Budgets
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.
White Russian
Cocktail recipe for a White Russian, a creamy vodka and Kahlua mixed drink served on the rocks.
Mint Julep
Cocktail recipe for a Mint Julep, a minty bourbon drink that is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby.
Mai Tai
The original cocktail recipe for a Mai Tai, a sweet tropical rum drink created by Victor Bergron in 1944. The Mai Tai is a strong rum drink that helped spark the emergence of the tiki bar.
Top 10 Rum Cocktails to Try
There are many cocktails made with rum, but only a few have stood the test of time and continue to be our favorites. Check these 10 rum drinks off of your list and you will further your cocktail experience.
Shots and Shooter Recipes
Find recipes for making some of the most popular shooters and alcohol 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.
Whiskey Sour
Cocktail recipe for a Whiskey Sour, a classic sour drink of bourbon whiskey, lemon juice and simple syrup.
Top 10 Tequila Cocktails To Try
There are many tequila cocktails, but only a few that I strongly recommend you try. If your tequila experience has been limited to shots of gold tequila with a lemon and salt, check out this list to expand your horizons.
Sazerac
Cocktail recipe for a Sazerac, a neat rye whiskey and bitters drink that orginated in New Orleans in the 1800's.
Hot Toddy
Cocktail recipe for a Hot Toddy, a popular hot drink made of tea and brandy, rum, or whiskey with honey and lemon.
Piña Colada
Cocktail recipe for a Frozen Pina Colada, a shaken pineapple drink with rum, coconut cream and pineapple juice.
Easy Sweet and Sour Mix Recipe
Sour mix (or bar mix) is a mixer of lemon, lime and sugar commonly used in mixing cocktails. While it can be bought in the store, it is easier, cheaper, and better tasting if you make your own using this recipe.
Daiquiri
Cocktail recipe for a Daiquiri, a classic rum and lime drink that every bartender should know.
Sex on the Beach
Cocktail recipe for a Sex on the Beach, a popular fruit mixed drink made of vodka, peach schnapps, creme de cassis, and orange and cranberry juices.
Moscow Mule
Cocktail recipe for a Moscow Mule, a refreshing ginger beer and vodka drink.
Hurricane
Cocktail recipe for a hurricane, a classic tiki mixed drink made of light and dark rum, passion fruit, orange, lime, simple syrup, and grenadine.
Caipirinha
Cocktail recipe for a Caipirinha, Brazil's national cocktail that is made with the cachaca, muddled lime and sugar.
Apple Martini
Cocktail recipe for an Apple Martini, a popular, apple flavored vodka martini drink.
Cosmopolitan
Cocktail recipe for a Cosmopolitan, a popular vodka drink with cranberry and lime juices and orange liqueur. The drink was made popular by the HBO show, Sex and the City.
Negroni
Cocktail recipe for a Negroni, a classic gin, Campari and sweet vermouth before dinner drink.
Tom Collins
Cocktail recipe for a Tom Collins, a popular mixed drink of gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and club soda.
Martini Cocktail Recipes
The Martini cocktail has been adapted many times over the years, so much so that it is often the name of a category of drinks. Find the definitions of a martini, the original gin cocktail recipe, and explore recipes that are very similar.
Alabama Slammer
Cocktail recipe for an Alabama Slammer, a tall drink of vodka, Southern Comfort, amaretto, sloe gin and orange juice.
Black Russian
Cocktail recipe for a Black Russian, a popular vodka and coffee liqueur (usually Kahlua) drink served on the rocks.
Tequila Sunrise
Cocktail recipe for a Tequila Sunrise, a classic tequila drink with orange juice and grenadine that rises from the bottom and simulates a sunrise.
Bellini
Cocktail recipe for a Bellini, a classic Champagne drink with peach juice or puree.
Redheaded Slut (shooter)
Shooter recipe for a Redheaded Slut, a popular shot drink of Jagermeister, peach schnapps and cranberry juice
Best Vodkas for \$10
Sometimes you can't afford to buy the best vodka for your cocktails but you still want to get the best tasting vodka for the price. Here are 5 favorite vodkas, all for around $10 that can save you some money in your home bar.
Fuzzy Navel
Cocktail recipe for a Fuzzy Navel, a popular mixed drink of orange juice and peach schnapps.
Vesper Martini
Cocktail recipe for a Vesper Martini, a Gordon's gin, Kina Lillet dry vermouth and vodka martini drink. The Vesper is the famous cocktail James Bond orders in Ian Fleming's Casino Royale.
When to Add Water to Whiskey
I frequently get asked about the appropriate way to serve whiskies. Should they be served neat? On the rocks? Or perhaps with a splash of water in the classic Bourbon and branch water tradition? While the simple answer is to enjoy your whiskies any way you like to drink them, here are some suggestions for ways to get the most enjoyment out of your whiskies.
Mojito
Cocktail recipe for a Mojito, a popular tropical drink of muddled mint, club soda and sugar topped with rum, lime juice and more club soda
Popular Brands of Tequila
A guide to the most popular brands of tequila including value, premium and super premium tequila listed by price.
10 Whiskey Cocktails to Try
Have you ever wanted to explore the world of whiskey but not been sure about what kind of cocktail to try it in? Here is a great list of 10 whiskey cocktails to try the next time you are at a bar or restaurant.
Liquid Cocaine (shooter)
Shooter recipe for a Liquid Cocaine, a popular shot drink of Jagermeister, Goldschlager and Rumple Minze liqueurs.
How to Muddle Cocktails
A common bartending technique, muddling is the mashing of ingredients in the bottom of a glass using a muddler - a large stick designed for this particular purpose.
Infusing Spirits
Infusing spirits is the process of adding the flavor of herbs, spices and fruits to liquors to create your own custom spirits for mixing or enjoying on their own.
Popular Brands of Vodka
A guide to the most popular brands of vodka including value, premium and super premium vodkas listed by price.
Old-fashioned
Cocktail recipe for an Old-fashioned, a classic bourbon drink served on the rocks with muddled and Angostura bitters.
Popular Brands of Gin
A guide to the most popular brands of gin including value, premium and super premium gin listed by price.
Paloma
Cocktail Recipe for a Paloma, a tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice and soda highball drink.
Flaming Dr. Pepper (shooter)
Shooter recipe for a Flaming Dr. Pepper, a popular party shot made by dropping a flaming shot glass of amaretto and overproof rum into a glass of beer.
Bloody Caesar
Cocktail recipe for a Bloody Caesar, a variation of a Bloody Mary with vodka, clamato juice, Worcestershire and Tabasco sauces.
Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey
I'll admit, I generally hate flavored whiskies. Most taste cloying and artificial, and I like my whiskies to taste like whiskey. Only once have I ever tasted a flavored whiskey and thought it was absolutely outstanding and that was Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey. Tennessee Honey is the perfect marriage of true honey flavor and the rich, authentic taste of Jack Daniel's and will appeal to both whiskey aficionados and those new to the world of whiskey.
Screwdriver
Cocktail recipe for a Screwdriver, a vodka and orange juice drink perfect for brunch.
Greyhound
Cocktail recipe for a Greyhound, a grapefruit juice and vodka mixed drink.
Pimm's Cup
Cocktail recipe for a Pimm's Cup, a simple drink of Pimm's No. 1 and lemonade with a cucumber garnish.
10 Essential Classic Cocktails
There are many cocktails and mixed drinks that you can make, but there are a handful that are necessary
All About Bitters
Bitters are a common bar ingredient that was considered a necessity in early bars and are becoming popular again. Where there were once many brands of bitters available, there are now only a few but each have their own properties and uses.
Party 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.
Gimlet
Cocktail recipe for a Gimlet, a simple gin and lime cordial martini drink.
Popular Brands of Rum
A guide to the most popular brands of rum including value, premium and super premium rums listed by price.
Sidecar
Cocktail recipe for a Sidecar, a classic mixed drink of brandy, orange liqueur, and lemon juice.
Frozen Cocktails and Blended M
Directory of frozen cocktails and blended mixed drinks, including variations of the Margarita, Daiquiri and Pina Colada along with non-alcoholic smoothies.
Harvey Wallbanger
Cocktail recipe for a Harvey Wallbanger, a vodka, Galliano and orange juice drink with an interesting origin.
Woo Woo
Cocktail recipe for a Woo Woo, a peach and cranberry vodka short drink.
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
Cocktail recipe for a Strawberry Daiquiri, a popular blended strawberry and rum drink.
Lemon Drop
Cocktail recipe for a Lemon Drop Martini, a mixed drink of vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup
Orange Liqueurs and Cocktail Recipes
Triple sec is an orange liqueur and includes the popular brands Cointreau and Combier. Learn more about triple sec and find cocktail recipes that use this essential distilled spirit.
Classic Cocktail Recipes
Find some of the original cocktail recipes that date from the 1700's to the Prohibition-era of the 1930's. This list includes favorites like the Martini, Manhattan, and many more classic cocktails.
10 James Bond Cocktails
Although the Vodka Martini, "shaken not stirred," is the cocktail James Bond is best known for, it is
Gin & Tonic
Cocktail recipe for a Gin & Tonic, a classic, tall gin and tonic water drink.
Bahama Mama
Cocktail recipe for a Bahama Mama, a popular tropical drink of dark and high proof rum with coconut, pineapple and coffee flavors.
Bay Breeze
Cocktail recipe for a Bay Breeze (aka Hawaiian Sea Breeze and Downeaster), a vodka highball with cranberry and pineapple juices.
Vermouth
Vermouth is a fortified wine aromatized with herbs and spices that comes in a few varieties, most commonly dry and sweet. It is a common mixer that is essential for making Manhattans and Martinis.
Lemon Drop (shooter)
Shooter recipe for a Lemon Drop, a vodka shot with sugar and lemon.
Madras
Cocktail recipe for a Madras, a popular highball drink of vodka with cranberry and orange juices.
Dark & Stormy
Cocktail recipe for a Dark & Stormy, a classic mixed drink of Gosling's Black Seal rum and ginger beer highball drink.
Rob Roy
Cocktail recipe for a Rob Roy, a scotch, sweet vermouth and bitters drink.
Neat
Neat is a term used to order a drink in a bar and let's the bartender know how you want your liquor served.
Learn Your Liqueurs
Liqueurs (or cordials) are distilled spirits that are often sweetened and lower proof than the base spirits such as vodka and rum. They come in a variety of flavors, are often interchangeable, and found in almost every cocktail recipe. Browse the list of liqueurs starting with A-C, read about them, and find cocktail recipes.
Highball
Cocktail recipe for a Highball, a classic, tall drink of whiskey and ginger ale.
Frozen Pina Colada
Cocktail recipe for a Frozen Pina Colada, a blended pineapple drink with rum, coconut cream and pineapple juice.
How Many Shots are in a 750 ml Liquor Bottle?
People often ask, how many shots or cocktails are there in a standard, 750ml liquor bottle? The answer depends on the size of the shot that you are pouring into a drink, but once you convert the milliliters into ounces (as shots in the United States are measured in ounces) it is simply a matter of dividing the full bottle size by the shot size.
Understanding the Types of Soda
Sodas are important items in a bar and there are a few types of soda waters that are often needed. The difference between each of these essential bar mixers may seem subtle but it is important to understand those differences
Sea Breeze
Cocktail recipe for a Sea Breeze, a popular vodka drink flavored with cranberry and grapefruit juices.
Margarita (Frozen)
Cocktail recipe for a Frozen Margarita, a popular, blended mixed drink of tequila, triple sec, lime juice and sour mix drink
Creamsicle
Cocktail recipe for a Creamsicle, a mixed drink of vanilla vodka, triple sec, orange juice and half and half.
Liquor Shelf Life
The shelf life of liquors, liqueurs and mixers is a common question. The good news is that bottles in your liquor cabinet will last a long time, but there are somethings you should know before you drink from that old bottle, whether it is has been opened or not.
Gin Fizz
Cocktail recipe for a Gin Fizz, a popular drink of gin, lemon juice, egg white, and soda water.
Will Liquor Freeze?
Will liquor freeze solid if left in the freezer? The answer is typically 'no,' but there are factors, primarily the alcohol's proof, that play a role in whether a particular bottle of booze will freeze or not.
Popular Brands of Whiskey
A guide to the most popular brands of whiskey including value, premium and super premium whisky listed by style.
Planter's Punch
Cocktail recipe for Planter's Punch, a classic rum punch drink with fruit juices and grenadine that can be served as a single drink or a party punch.
"A" Cocktail Recipes
Search for cocktail and mixed drink recipes by name in this collection of drinks listed in alphabetical order.
Rusty Nail
Cocktail recipe for a Rusty Nail, a popular Scotch whisky martini that is simply Scotch and Drambuie.
The Six Stages of Hangovers
This is a humorous rating scale describing the severity of hangovers. If you've ever suffered the headache, nausea and everything else that comes with a night of heavy drinking you may relate to this.
Mudslide
Cocktail recipe for a Mudslide, a creamy drink of vodka, coffee liqueur and Irish cream liqueur.
Mind Eraser
Cocktail recipe for a Mind Eraser, a vodka, coffee liqueur and soda water drink that is often drunk in one shot through a straw.
Whipped Sunset
Cocktail recipe for a Whipped Sunset, a mixed drink of Smirnoff Whipped Cream Vodka, pineapple juice, sour mix, and grenadine.
Jameson and Ginger
Cocktail recipe for a Jameson and Ginger, a simple mixed drink of Jameson Irish Whiskey and ginger ale.
Cuba Libre
Cocktail recipe for a Cuba Libre, a popular mixed drink from Cuba that combines rum, coke and lime.
Pineapple Cocktail Recipes
Pineapple is an excellent fruit for cocktails and you will find it used often. This collection of drink recipes include pineapple juice, fresh pineapple, and pineapple-flavored liquor.
The Belmont Breeze
Cocktail recipe for a Belmont Breeze, a Maker's Mark bourbon whisky, Harveys Bristol Cream Sherry, lemon juice, simple syrup, orange and cranberry juice drink to celebrate the Belmont Stakes.
Whiskey Wisdom
Profile of the different types of whiskey including Irish, Scotch, Bourbon, Tennessee, Rye and Canadian. Learn the basic differences of this complex spirit.
Hemingway Daiquiri
Cocktail recipe for a Hemingway Daiquiri or a Papa Doble, a classic mixed drink inspired by Ernest Hemingway made of white rum, maraschino liqueur, grapefruit and lime juices and simple syrup.
Espresso Martini
Cocktail recipe for an Espresso Martini, a vodka martini with Kahlua coffee liqueur, creme de cacao and cold espresso.
Blue Hawaiian
Cocktail recipe for a Blue Hawaiian, a blue rum drink with pineapple juice, blue curacao and cream of coconut that can also be blended
Grasshopper
Cocktail recipe for a Grasshopper, a green, creamy martini of chocolate and mint.
Chocolate Martini
Cocktail recipe for a Chocolate Martini, a chocolate indulgence of a drink made of vodka, creme de cacao and garnished with a Hershey's Kiss.
Tequila Time
An introduction to the flavor characteristics, production techniques and varieties of Tequila, the ultimate party spirit that adds it's distinct flavor to Margaritas, Tequila Sunrises and Tequila Shots.
What is RumChata Cream Liqueur?
RumChata is a cream liqueur produced in Wisconsin. It is made of Caribbean rum and dairy cream and is flavored with cinnamon, vanilla, sugar, and other proprietary ingredients. The liqueur was inspired by the popular Spanish and Mexican drink called horchata.
Shirley Temple (non-alcoholic)
Cocktail recipe for a Shirley Temple, a non-alcoholic ginger ale mixed drink named for the biggest child star in history.
10 Great Electric Juicers
Fresh juices make the best cocktails and if you do a lot of juicing or want to juice a variety of fruits and vegetables, an electric juicer is the way to go. The first decision you'll want to make is whether you want to juice citrus fruits only or get a machine that can handle all kinds of fruits and vegetables.
Alabama Slammer (shooter)
Shooter recipe for an Alabama Slammer, a sloe gin, amaretto and Southern Comfort shot drink.
Lynchburg Lemonade
Cocktail recipe for a Lynchburg Lemonade, a popular tall drink of Jack Daniels whiskey, triple sec, sweet and sour mix and lemon-lime soda.
Rum & Coke
Cocktail recipe for a Rum and Coke, a mixed drink of rum and cola.
Americano
Cocktail recipe for an Americano, a classic aperitif cocktail of Campari and dry vermouth, served on the rocks with a splash of soda.
Buttery Nipple (shooter)
Shooter recipe for a Buttery Nipple, a Buttershots and irish cream liqueur shot.
Irish Car Bomb (shooter)
Shooter recipe for an Irish Car Bomb, a shooter of Irish cream liqueur and Irish whiskey dropped into a glass of Guinness lager beer.
Tequila Shot (Straight)
How to take a shot of straight tequila with salt and a lemon or lime wedge.
The Pickleback Cocktail
the Pickle Back has become one of the hottest drinks in the country. Simply one shot of Jameson’s Irish whiskey and a second shot of pickle juice, first you take the Jameson’s, folowed by the pickle juice.
Vodka Tonic
Coctail recipe for a Vodka Tonic, a light vodka drink with tonic water and a hint of lime.
Godfather
Cocktail recipe for a Godfather, a Scotch and amaretto drink served on the rocks.
Johnnie Walker Black Scotch
Johnnie Walker is known for the premium line of blended Scotch whiskies the world over. The Black Label is a complexly flavored, reasonably priced benchmark that most will find a somewhat gentle introduction to Scotch.
Top 10 Rum Tiki Cocktails
Tiki cocktails remain favorites among drinkers and are perfect for beach and tiki themed parties during the summer. This list includes 10 of the most popular tiki cocktails, which are known for including multiple styles rums and tropical fruit juices.
Kir
Cocktail recipe for Kir, a white wine drink with creme de cassis. Transform it into a Kir Royale by using Champagne
Singapore Sling
Cocktail recipe for a Singapore Sling, a classic drink of gin, cherry brandy, lemon juice, sugar and club soda.
10 Service Tips for Bartenders
Bartending is a service profession and there are a few things you can do everyday to provide the best customer service to your customers and improve the tips you receive.
Vodka Collins
Cocktail recipe for a Vodka Collins, a sour vodka drink.
An Introduction to Rum
Characteristics and variations of rum, a sweet molasses or sugar based spirit.
Jäger Bomb (shooter)
Shooter recipe for a Jager Bomb, a Jagermeister shot dropped in a glass of Red Bull energy drink.
Virgin Mary (non-alcoholic)
Cocktail recipe for a Virgin Mary mocktail, a non-alcoholic version of a Bloody Mary.
Cape Codder
Cocktail recipe for a Cape Codder (or Cape Cod), a popular vodka and cranberry juice highball drink.
Vodka Red Bull
Cocktail recipe for a Vodka Red Bull, a popular mixed drink of vodka and Red Bull energy drink.
Essential Bar Tools
A guide to the essential tools and utensils needed by bartenders. The list includes cocktail shakers, blenders, strainers, muddlers, jiggers and more.
Washington Apple
Cocktail recipe for a Washington Apple, a mixed drink of Crown Royal Whiskey, apple schnapps and cranberry juice that is served neat, on the rocks or in a shot.
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.
Easy Homemade Grenadine
Grenadine, like simple syrup and sour mix, are popular cocktail ingredients that are far better when made from scratch and it's really easy to do.
Melon Ball (shooter)
Shooter recipe for a Melon Ball, a melon liqueur, pineapple juice and vodka shot drink.
Best Toasts for All-Occasions
Some of the best universal toasts that work for most occasions.
Margarita Madness
The Margarita is one of the cocktails that has a number of variations, in fact there are too many "Margaritas"
Gibson
Cocktail recipe for a Gibson, a classic gin martini that is garnished with a cocktail onion.
Vodka 101
Learn about what distinguishes vodka from other distilled spirits, how it is made, what infused vodka is, and the many different varieties and popular brands of vodka.
Gin Rickey
Cocktail recipe for a Gin Rickey, a popular gin and club soda highball drink.
Tequilas for Tequila Shots
Tequila shots have a notorious reputation, though if you select a good brand of tequila it is more likely that the fun party shot will not lead to a nightmare. Here are some tequilas that are nice and smooth and moderately priced.
Best Brunch Cocktails
Brunch is a great, sometimes forgotten, meal that is an excellent opportunity to mix up cocktails for a small group of friends. These drink recipes are often light, fruity, and ideal for the mid-morning.
5 American Whiskies Under \$20
Luxury does not have to cost a lot. American whiskies are one segment of the whiskey market that offers great bargains. While there are plenty of great quality American whiskies at $20+, we’ve uncovered some hidden gems that are both affordable and high quality whiskies.
Cocktail Fruit Pairings
Certain fruit flavors work better with others and this guide by Humberto Marques is an extensive study of those pairings. These recommendations are excellent if you're making original cocktails and a great place to begin understanding how flavors play off of one another.
Black and Tan
Beer recipe for a Black and Tan, a layered drink of stout beer, typically Guinness, and pale ale beer.

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