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What Is Top Shelf Whiskey? Video Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Turning into a Whiskey connoisseur? In this cocktail video from About.com, mixologist, Justin Noel, showcases three top-shelf whiskeys from behind the bar.
3 Bartending Flair Tricks Video Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Bartending is more than mixing drinks. In this how-to video from About.com, mixologist, Justin Noel, demonstrates three flair tricks from behind the bar.
How to Make a Pink Mai Tai Video Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
A Pink Mai Tai is a fun variation on the classic beachy cocktail. Learn how to make a delicious pink mai tai on your own with this how-to video from About.com.
Best Tequila Brands Video Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Tequila is a varied and complex liquor. In this cocktail video from About.com, mixologist, Justin Noel, showcases great brands of tequila from all different price points.
A to Z Cocktail Recipes- B Cocktail and Mixed Drink Recipe Index Created: Tuesday, January 17, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
A collection of popular cocktail and mixed drink recipes beginning with the letter
The Bramble Cocktail Recipe - Mixed Drink Recipe for The Bramble Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Cocktail recipe for The Bramble, a mixed drink of gin, lime juice, simple syrup, and creme de mure.
Rose Berry Bliss Cocktail Recipe - Wine Punch Recipe for a Rose Berry Bliss Created: Saturday, May 02, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Cocktail recipe for a Rose Berry Bliss, a wine punch drink of Clos du Bois Rose wine, blueberries, pink lemonade and lemon lime soda.
A to Z Cocktail Recipes- R Cocktail and Drink Recipe Index Created: Thursday, January 19, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
A collection of popular cocktail and mixed drink recipes beginning with the letter
Learn Your Liqueurs - Description of Various Alcoholic Liqueurs - Distilled Spirits Created: Monday, February 06, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Concise descriptions of the most popular liqueurs used in creating great cocktails.
Orange Juice Cocktails - Drinks with Orange Juice Created: Friday, May 15, 2009 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
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.
A to Z Cocktail Recipes- S Cocktail and Drink Recipe Index Created: Thursday, January 19, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
A collection of popular cocktail and mixed drink recipes beginning with the letter
A to Z Cocktail Recipes- M Cocktail and Drink Recipe Index Created: Thursday, January 19, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
A collection of popular cocktail and mixed drink recipes beginning with the letter
What is Pimento Dram? - Profile and Recipes for Allspice Liqueur Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Pimento dram is an allspice flavored liqueur that makes an appearance in cocktails on occasion and is good to have in a bar stock.
Surprised Cocktail Recipe - Mexicano Cocktail Recipe - Rum Cocktail Recipes Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Cocktail recipe for a Surprised Cocktail or a Mexicano, a mixed drink of Jamaican rum, kummel, orange juice, and Pimento Dram
Marriage of Figaro Cocktail Recipe by Judy Bronson Created: Saturday, October 29, 2011 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Cocktail recipe for The Marriage of Figaro, a mixed drink of fig-infused Four Roses Bourbon Whiskey, Cardamaro, and St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram. This drink was created by Judy Bronson and chosen as...
Old Sydney-Town Punch Cocktail Recipe - How to Make an Old Sydney-Town Punch Mixed Drink Created: Saturday, December 26, 2009 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Punch recipe for an Old Sydney-Town Punch, a holiday mixed drink created by H. Joseph Ehrmann that is made of Bols Genever, St. Elizabeth's Allspice Dram, orange juice, lemon juice and pineapple gu...
Baileys Independence on Ice Cocktail Recipe - Iced Coffee Mixed Drink Recipe for an Independence on Ice Created: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Cocktail recipe for a Baileys Independence on Ice, a mixed drink of Baileys Irish Cream, Zacapa Rum, Allspice dram, iced coffee, and a cinnamon stick.
Winter Cocktail Recipe - Classic Mixed Drink Recipe for a Winter Created: Friday, November 28, 2008 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Cocktail recipe for a Winter, a classic mixed drink of Jamaican rum, lemon juice, ginger brandy and pimento liqueur.
Dark Cloud Over Georgia Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Dark Cloud Over Georgia is one of the entries, made of vodka, peach schnapps, blue curacao, and grenadine.
Cocktail Book Review of Peterson's Happy Hour by Valerie Peterson - Bartending Guides Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Peterson's Happy Hour is a delightful cocktail recipe book written by Valerie Peterson. The drinks are fun and delicious and the author's banter for getting you through the trivial trials of life m...
How to Make a Rose Berry Bliss Video Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The rose berry bliss cocktail is an elegant punch drink with the subtle sweet flavors of rose wine and blueberries. Watch this About.com video to learn how to make the Rose Berry Bliss drink for a ...
Best Inexpensive Vodka Brands Video Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Vodka brands fall into a wide price range, but top quality vodka isn't always expensive. Watch this About.com video to learn more about the best inexpensive vodka brands.
Spicy Bacon Martini Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Spicy Bacon Martini is one of the entries, made of vodka, dry vermouth, Torani bacon syrup, and Tabasco hot sauce.
Am I Blue? Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Am I Blue? is one of the entries, made of Absolut vodka, Hiram Walker Original Cinn liqueur, lemon juice, simple syrup, and blueb...
Blueberry Surprise Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Blueberry Surprise is one of the entries, made of Stoli Blueberry, triple sec, Peach Pucker, 7-Up, and cranberry juice.
Cranberry Nastoyka Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Cranberry Nastoyka Cocktail is one of the entries, made of cranberry infused vodka, lime, dark rum, and Perrier.
Vodka-Toolie Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Vodka-Toolie is one of the entries, made of lemons, oranges, vodka, and sugar.
Cornucopia Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Cornucopia is one of the entries, made of grape, vanilla, cherry, raspberry, orange, and apple vodkas, lemonade, and cranberry ju...
Goose in Spring Cocktail Recipe - Vodka Cocktail Contest - Submit an Entry: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. The Goose in Spring is one of the entries, made of raspberries, lavender-infused vodka, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, and lemon ju...
Reader Submissions: Vodka Cocktail Contest: May, 2012 Created: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. If you have created a special drink that includes vodka which you think could grab our panel's attention, submit it. The winning drin...
Vodka Cocktails for the May 2012 Monthly Cocktail Contest on About.com Cocktails Created: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
The theme for the May 2012 cocktail contest is vodka cocktails. If you have created a special drink that includes vodka which you think could grab our panel's attention, submit it. The winning drin...
Cocktail Connie Blog - Cocktail Blog Directory - Submit an Entry: Share Your Cocktail and Bartending Blogs Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Join one woman's adventures in cocktails on Cocktail Connie. In 2012 Connie is dedicated to drinking a different cocktail each day. Be sure to stop by and see her progress.

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