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Winterise Your Gin Cocktail
The martini knows no season, but your brain is very aware of them, and right now your brain is probably craving festive, holiday-themed treats and libations. Cocktail-wise, this usually means hot toddies, dark spirits lots of spice, egg nog, or the inclusion of candy canes.
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Have a Lazy Hot Girl Summer With a Watermelon Margarita
The more time I spend making cocktails, the more often I return to the basics. I’m prone to being seduced by the notion of discovering what’s new about the old and known. I harbour reticence towards infusions (though they can be great), kitchen counter fermentations, eight-plus ingredient potions, and elaborate cocktail presentations.
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The Best (and Easiest) Alternatives to the Aperol Spritz
When you think of spritz drinks, the first that probably comes to mind is the Aperol Spritz, and for good reason — it’s delicious. This Italian cocktail is made with sparkling wine, Aperol (or another type of liqueur), and soda water. But if you’re getting a little tired of the Aperol Spritz, there are plenty…
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You Can Make a Daiquiri (or any Sour) Without Simple Syrup
Back at the beginning of the pandemic, beverage writer David Wondrich did us all a huge favour by tweeting a “Drink of the Day,” live from his kitchen with “who-gives-a-shit home photography and old-person threading skills.” The series is delightful, but I had largely forgotten about it because I don’t drink all that much anymore.