Wine cocktails have become increasingly popular in recent years, and it’s easy to see why. These drinks are a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy wine, with a variety of flavors and styles to suit every taste. Let’s take a closer look at wine cocktails and some of the latest trends in this exciting and growing category of drinks. Mixologists combine wine with spirits, juices, or fruits to create wine cocktails, which can be enjoyed as an aperitif, a digestif, or as a refreshing beverage on a hot day. While any type of wine can be used to make these drinks, red and white wines are the most popular choices. Additionally, new and exciting wine cocktail recipes are being created all the time, reflecting the current trends in this rapidly evolving category of mixed drinks. Here are some of the latest trends in wine cocktails that you should know about: Spritzers are a type of wine cocktail that has been around for a long time and are currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity. These drinks typically combine white wine with sparkling water or soda, and sometimes a splash of liqueur or fruit juice. Spritzers are light and refreshing, making them […]
The Espresso Martini is a classic cocktail that has been gaining popularity in recent years, thanks to its unique blend of caffeine and alcohol. This tasty beverage is perfect for anyone who wants a little pick-me-up while enjoying a delicious cocktail. Here’s everything you need to know about the espresso martini, including a recipe for you to try at home. To make an Espresso Martini, you will need the following ingredients: To start, brew a shot of espresso and set it aside to cool. Fill a shaker with ice and add the vodka and Kahlua. Once the espresso has cooled, add it to the shaker as well. Shake the mixture vigorously for 10-15 seconds to ensure everything is well mixed and chilled. Next, strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass. Garnish the cocktail with three coffee beans, which not only look nice but also add a subtle coffee aroma to the drink. The espresso martini is best enjoyed when served cold, so be sure to serve it immediately. Sip and savor the unique combination of rich espresso and smooth vodka, with a hint of sweetness from the Kahlua. This cocktail has a fascinating origin story, credited to a bartender […]
The Aperol Spritz is a popular Italian cocktail that has gained worldwide fame in recent years. We can trace the origins of the cocktail back to the early 19th century, when the Austro-Hungarian Empire ruled over parts of northern Italy, including the region of Veneto where it was first created. It was in the early 20th century that the cocktail really began to take shape. Inspired by a popular French aperitif that they aimed to adapt with a distinctly Italian flavor, the Barbieri brother, Luigi and Silvio creat Aperol, a bitter orange liquer, in 1919. The original recipe for the Aperol Spritz dates back to the 1920s, when it was first served as a way to make the bitter Aperol more palatable. The recipe called for equal parts Aperol and sparkling wine, topped off with a splash of soda water and garnished with a slice of orange. The cocktail remained a local favorite in the Veneto region for decades, but it wasn’t until the 2000s that it began to gain wider popularity. In 2003, the Campari Group acquired Aperol and began marketing it more aggressively, promoting the Aperol Spritz as a refreshing summer drink. The cocktail’s popularity skyrocketed, and it […]
The Grave Digger is an excellent Bourbon based winter cocktail when it is cold outside and warm inside. This version of the Grave Digger uses Bourbon as the base spirit and red wine as the secondary alcohol. We have mixed up slight variations of this using Rye in place of Bourbon and even hard cider in place of the red wine. Have fun, mix and match the ingredients but most importantly, enjoy the cocktail and stay warm. Find the recipe here.
This is now a thing. This week is a Mezcal Margarita as we have discussed before here at Fancy A Drink? Next week, perhaps a Mezcal Sour? You can also follow us on Instagram. Here is your Mezcal Monday recipe.
We here at Fancy A Drink are big fans of Italian Liqueurs; specifically Amaro Averna, Campari, Cocchi Americano, Aperol and Fernet-Branca. As we are heading into the weekend, we thought we would highlight some of our staff’s favorite cocktails made with these Italian beauties. Interestingly, with the exception of Averna, each of these Liqueurs here was created and first consumed in Northern Italy, approximately four hours from one another in Novara, Asti, Padua and Milan. Averna was developed at the complete other end of Italy, on the island of Sicily. Amaro Averna was invented in 1868 on the island of Sicily and is named after it’s inventor, Salvatore Averna. We recommend The Black Manhattan. Campari was first produced in 1860 -a few years prior to Averna- in Novara Italy by Gaspare Campari. It is the essential ingredient in the ever classic, Negroni. Cocchi Americano. Initial production began in 1891 in the Asti Province of Italy by Giulio Cocchi and we love both the Vesper Martini and the Corpse Reviver #2. Aperol was originally introduced in 1919 in Padua. It’s popularity took off in post World War II Italy and it is now an international success. The Aperol Spritz is excellent anytime, but particularly on a warm afternoon. […]
During Prohibition, good Gin was hard to come by. Americans, ever the entrepreneurs, distilled Gin in their own bathtubs. It was not necessarily very good but it was good enough with a bit of lemon thrown in to revive the corpse when necessary. This is the origin story for the Corpse Reviver #2. Enjoy this before your Saturday evening dinner or Friday evening cocktail at home after a productive week. Salud! Find the recipe here.
August 10 is Skyscraper Appreciation Day To celebrate, we’ll give you a drink called the Skyscraper, but if you’re thinking of the tall Manhattan by that name, we’re throwing you a curve ball. We’ve already covered the Manhattan and several bourbon drinks, so it’s time to mix it up. Too much? You can shake this drink. First, here are a few notable skyscrapers for you to celebrate. The world’s first skyscraper was the ten story Home Insurance Building in Chicago, which was built in 1885. This building is not tall by today’s standards, but it changed the way cities were designed in ways that hadn’t been imagined. The world’s tallest building is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which is 2,722 feet (829.8 meters) tall. One World Trade Center in New York City is the tallest building in the US, standing 1,776 feet (541 meters). Not everything is about height, so cheers to the iconic Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building! The Salesforce Tower in San Francisco is the tallest building west of Chicago, standing at 1,070 feet (326 meters) and it’s truly an impressive sight. There are so many iconic and impressive structures, so pick your favorite, and have […]
The Summer Ale Spritz cocktail was created by Rael Petit in the Hollywood Hills. The master mixologist is originally from Switzerland and is renowned for his work in New York City. The story of how Petit ended up in the Hollywood Hills to create this drink is unclear as he works at Delilah in New York City. There is also a West Hollywood location so it is impressive to think he may have just been on vacation at his bar’s LA location and he was still creating new drinks. This beer cocktail brings together the lemon and wheat flavor of Sam Adams Summer Ale with Rosemary syrup and the timeless Aperol Spritz. We’ll explain how to make the syrup in the recipe. This drink is a frozen, blended cocktail served on the rocks. It’s considered a refreshing afternoon drink as opposed to an evening cocktail. Enjoy and, when you make it, please let us know what you think on Instagram, Facebook or the comments below.
A lot of us had an experience with tequila in our young lives that may have happened to steer us away from it. Tequila is not to be shied away from just because of a bad night in high school or college. The right tequila can be sublime. It’s very nice to sip with a decent sized block of ice in a glass. Don Julio Blanco and Don Julio Reposado are not very pricey and they are tasty, just by themselves. Lime is a decent addition to cut it just the right amount. Margaritas are also a very popular summer choice, however, they contain a lot of sugar. If you don’t want to add a lot of sugar to your daily intake, a Paloma, may be an excellent Margarita modification for you. For the end of June and early July we are going with La Paloma. For further experimentation, trade out the Tequila for Mezcal and enjoy the La Smokey Paloma.
June 14, the US Army’s birthday Since we know you’ve been keeping up on our articles, you already know that June 14 is National Flag Day and National Bourbon Day. It’s also the date the US Army celebrates its birthday! When the Continental Congress authorized enlistment of expert riflemen to serve the United Colonies for one year on June 14, 1775, the US Army was born. We thank all who have served and are serving in the US Army. We’ve recommended the American Flag to celebrate National Flag Day and the Manhattan to celebrate National Bourbon Day. If you want to join us in celebrating the Army’s birthday, go with The Highball. Happy birthday Army! Cheers and enjoy.
Celebrate the Weekend of Negroni week with, of course, the iconic, somewhat bitter, Italian classic. Of course, if you are up for an Italian adventure, several variations exist as well. Try one of the following, for example: –>Replace the Gin with Prosecco or Sparkling White Wine –>Replace the Campari with Aperol –>Replace the Vermouth with Lillet Have fun, enjoy, Salute! Negroni – the classic
June 14 is National Bourbon Day. Bourbon is originally from Bourbon, Kentucky and distilled from one of the states two primary crops; corn. Bourbon sales have increased sharply in the past several years and was often a featured drink in the swanky advertising offices of Mad Men. While Roger Sterling and Don Draper usually drank their bourbon straight, we thought we’d suggest a cocktail to help you truly getinto the spirit of National Bourbon Day. The top three bourbon cocktails for this celebration are the Manhattan, the Old Fashioned, and the Bourbon Rickey. Our top pick for this fine holiday is theManhattan. The Manhattan is said to have been invented in New York City’s Manhattan Club in the early 1870s. There are conflicting reports of who first poured a Manhattan, but the cocktail’s fashionable appeal has never been in dispute. There are several variants of the Manhattan including some that are made with other spirits, but today is about bourbon! For bourbon cocktails, it’s all in the name. The Manhattan Bourbon Rickey Bourbon Old Fashioned
While the words “Russia” and “Moscow” may be tainted to some these days, the Moscow Mule is still a perfect Spring and Summer drink. In a copper mug or not, this cocktail is straightforward to make and perfect for a warm afternoon or evening. Recipe here.
And why not? Mix up the base spirit a bit in this classic and let us know what you think. Try this recipe from Liquor.com! https://fancyadr.ink/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Rum-Old-Fashioned.mp4
