Remember the Maine
The USS Maine blew up in the Havana harbor on February 15th 1898. The cause of the explosion was never exactly determined, but it was blamed on the Spanish regime…
Rye
Peppermint Chocolate Old Fashioned
I always make my own Peppermint Schnapps around the holidays. It’s easy to make and it’s a big crowd pleaser, especially when hot chocolate is involved. Hot chocolate is one…
Autumn Whiskey Cobbler
Cobblers are not just for dessert. They’re a class of cocktails that are made with a base spirit or fortified wine and fresh fruit. The fruit in many recipes takes…
Cinnamon Spiced Old Fashioned
During the fall, I expect to see shorter days, enjoy crisper nights and taste a little bit more spice in my food and drink. When I say “spice”, I’m not…
Ward 8
The Ward 8 is a cocktail with a long history that dates back to 1889, where it was first served up in Boston, Massachusetts at the bar of a restaurant…