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Impatient Cà Phê Trứng
This cocktail is inspired by family visits to a Vietnamese restaurant.
Storm Clouds Over Islay
The inspiration behind this cocktail, as explained by Theresa Smith, an advanced home bartender & Whisky Educator from Calgary, AB, “I love the idea of layered drinks. I used a Godfather-type base for something similar a few years ago when the “Three-shot Challenge” was a thing. A little tweaking and now it’s a riff on an iced-coffee cocktail.”
Tapestry
Sip the world with Tapestry, a cocktail that weaves together the rich flavors of India, Morocco, and Colombia. With a bold blend of Cloud House, velvety cream, nutty pistachio orgeat, and a daring splash of spicy black cardamom harissa tincture, this drink is a global […]
Dark Manhattan
Somewhere between a classic Manhattan and a Black Manhattan lies this riff. With a perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and a touch of bitterness, if you like rich cocktails and dessert-like notes, this easy-to-make cocktail will be your new favourite. Recipe: Reece SimsPhoto: Reece Sims […]
The Darkroom
Inspired by the cold, dark, isolated season, this cocktail uses an inimitable rye whisky, apple brandy, winter-spiced amaro and fig preserves to create a rich and complex cocktail. Recipe: Reece Sims Photo: Reece Sims Cocktail Flavor Camps If you’re a Vieux Carre, Manhattan, or a […]
The Sforzan
In a world of Margarita riffs, this tequila-forward cocktail stands its own ground. Spirit forward with sweet, bitter, and citrusy notes, this versatile sipper is designed to showcase the softer side of agave. Recipe: Ryan Stobnicky, Toronto, OntarioPhoto: Reece Sims Cocktail Flavor Camps Created by […]
Turtle Club
We have just one thing to clarify about this cocktail: it’s delicious. This clarified tequila cocktail is somewhat of an homage to the classic pina colada but with agave, sherry and clarification. Need we say more? Recipe: Kathryn Sears, Fogo, NewfoundlandPhoto: Reece Sims Cocktail Flavor […]
Flor Bianco
In a world of Margarita riffs, this tequila-forward cocktail stands its own ground. Spirit forward with sweet, bitter, and citrusy notes, this versatile sipper is designed to showcase the softer side of agave. Recipe: Ryan Stobnicky, Toronto, OntarioPhoto: Reece Sims Cocktail Flavor Camps Created by […]
Diosa Verde (Green Goddess)
Herbaceous and citrusy, this refreshing cocktail is full of green botanicals and boasts a slightly savory edge. Best enjoyed outdoors with a steak or tacos (or carne asada if you want the best of both worlds). Recipe: Chris Rail, Toronto, OntarioPhoto: Reece Sims Cocktail Flavor […]