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This is the official cocktail from the Depot Theater’s December, 2014 production of Blithe Spirit. It’s a take on a classic mulled wine – perfect for your Christmas party. 4 750 ml bottles Cabernet Savignon 1/2 750 ml bottle of tawny port (we used Cockburns Fine Tawny) 1/4 cup honey 4 cups apple cider Juice […]
So, kiddies. Let’s take a little walk down cocktail history lane. Why was the Gin and Tonic invented? Well, it had a lot to do with Britain, the India Company, and merchant expansion. From the BBC: When the British were in the East they became susceptible to malaria and eventually found out that quinine, an […]
It’s the afternoon of December 24. You have a party you’re hosting in just a few short hours. What do you do? You could panic, or you could bust out this super simple cocktail recipe perfect for parties and super festive! Feliz Navidad 1 oz Peligroso Silver Tequila Jarritos Lime soda to top Jarritos Fruit […]
Every Friday whenever we feel like it, Cocktails, 365 offers up a summary of questions we’ve received (and answered) in the spirit and cocktail realm from people around the country! To submit a question to Post the Publican, e-mail cocktails365@markvierthaler, message us onFacebook, or tweet us at @Cocktails_365. Welcome to the Holiday-themed Post the Publican, where we […]
Every Friday, Cocktails, 365 offers up a summary of questions we’ve received (and answered) in the spirit and cocktail realm from people around the country! To submit a question to Post the Publican, e-mail cocktails365@markvierthaler, message us on Facebook, or tweet us at @Cocktails_365. Welcome to the first-ever edition of Post the Publican – a […]
We have mentioned the Depot Theater Company on these hallowed pages countless times. They hold a specific bit of life and history for both myself and my wife, our editor, Jenn. I grew up watching shows at the theater as it moved from theater building to theater building. Jenn and I met there. We had […]
December 25, 2011 (Day 271) — Raspberry Cordial Merry Christmas! Get off the internet and spend some time with some loved ones. If you don’t have loved ones, get yourself a cat or a dog. They’re pretty great about that. At any rate, Merry Christmas from everyone here at Cocktails, 365. Enjoy this cordial-inspired cocktail. […]
December 24, 2011 (Day 270) — Christmas Eve Both of my brothers will be here tonight from the east coast. All of Jenn’s family is here. Say what you will about the modern state of Christmas, I’m still thankful that it brings together those I love and (unfortunately) don’t get to see that often anymore. […]
December 23, 2011 (Day 269) — Gold Digger Rhyme this sentence — I ain’t sayin’ she’s a gold digga, but she ain’t messing with no broke… Is this a Christmas carol? Not really, but it is a very Christmassy flavored drink. Gold Digger 2 oz Goldschlager Cinnamon Schnapps 2 oz bourbon whiskey Combine ingredients in […]
December 22, 2011 (Day 268) — Myrrh So, what exactly IS myrrh? From Wikipedia: Myrrh (pronounced /ˈmɜr/) is the aromatic oleoresin of a number of small, thorny tree species of the genus Commiphora, which grow in dry, stony soil. An oleoresin is a natural blend of an essential oil and a resin. Myrrh resin is a natural gum. When a tree wound penetrates through the bark and […]
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