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Hot and Heavy Cocktail
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History of Hot and Heavy Cocktail Hot & Heavy was born at Pouring Ribbons (an East Village bar) by Jade Brown-Godfrey, around the mid-2010s. The drink was co-created by her and husband Al Sotack. It’s a spicy mezcal smash that combines reposado tequila, mezcal, and a hot honey syrup (made with serrano peppers and…
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Hot Lips Cocktail
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History of Hot Lips Cocktail Hot Lips was created around 2010 by bartender Jessica Gonzalez at Death & Co. (New York). It became so popular that Gonzalez brought it with her to the NoMad Bar. The drink is notable for being a stirred cocktail that incorporates fresh citrus – an approach that was controversial…
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Bow & Arrow Cocktail
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History of Bow & Arrow Cocktail Bow & Arrow was developed by bartender Scott Teague (formerly of Pegu Club and Death & Co.) while at his Queens bar Front Toward Enemy. Teague’s drink blends two whiskies – mezcal and bourbon – in a sour format, bridged by pineapple and a hint of spice. He…
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Siesta Cocktail
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History of Siesta Cocktail Siesta was concocted by bartender Katie Stipe at NYC’s Flatiron Lounge (circa 2016). It’s a refreshing tequila cocktail in the “Campari family.” The recipe blends blanco tequila with fresh lime, grapefruit juice, a touch of Campari, and simple syrup. Although it resembles a tequila sour, it’s notable for containing Campari…
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Salmoncito Cocktail
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History of Salmoncito Cocktail The Salmoncito is a highball-style gin cocktail created in 2013 by Khristian de la Torre in Mexico City. Originally served at Artemesia and later popularized at other bars, it’s basically a pink gin and tonic. Its rosy hue (and the grapefruit garnish called a “supreme” that looks like a salmon)…
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Jasmine Cocktail
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History of Jasmine Cocktail The Jasmine is a late-1980s “modern classic” gin cocktail. Bartender Paul Harrington invented it around 1989 in California, adapting the old Pegu Club recipe by using Campari and lemon. He swapped Campari in place of bitters and dry vermouth and replaced lime with lemon, naming the drink (via a happy…
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Archangel Cocktail
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History Born circa 2006 at New York’s Milk & Honey bar (Lower East Side), the Archangel Cocktail was created by bartenders Michael McIlroy and Richard Boccato. It became a cult favorite passed hand-to-hand among mixologists. This elegant cocktail plays on the classic gin martini formula but swaps the usual dry vermouth for Aperol and…
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Prizefighter No. 1 Cocktail
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History This bold “smash” cocktail was created by bartender Nicholas Jarrett in the 2010s. Jarrett took a classic mint-and-lemon sour and split the base between Fernet-Branca and sweet vermouth (Carpano Antica), yielding a uniquely herbal and bitter blend. Ingredients for Cocktail Instructions Food Pairing Goes Best with This Cocktail Pairs well with bold, spicy…
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🥂 The Influence of Indian Culture on Cocktails: A Fusion of Tradition & Innovation
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🌏 A Cultural Revolution in a Glass India’s vibrant culture—with its ancient traditions, diverse regions, and rich culinary legacy—has left an indelible mark on global mixology. Today, Indian-inspired cocktails are taking center stage, fusing local flavors, festive symbolism, and modern techniques to create something truly unique. From turmeric-tinted martinis to coconut-kissed rum coolers, India’s…
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🥂 Pairing Indian Cocktails with Indian Cuisine: A Flavorful Culinary Symphony
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🌶️ Why Pair Indian Cocktails with Indian Food? Pairing cocktails with Indian cuisine isn’t just trendy—it’s transformative. The bold spices, layered textures, and regional diversity of Indian food call for drinks that can enhance, balance, or contrast their rich profiles. Benefits of Pairing Indian Cocktails: From creamy curries to chargrilled kebabs, there’s a cocktail…