Cape Codder
The CAPE CODDER is a stripped-down version of a Cosmopolitan. It’s merely vodka and cranberry juice with a squeeze of lime. The simplicity of it makes it a popular choice for those without orange liqueur or enough time to measure...
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Cosmopolitan (Cosmo)
The COSMOPOLITAN, or “Cosmo”, can vary from bar to bar. If you know what you like in the Cosmo, you can usually request it be made that way. If you don’t know what you like, the establishment’s mix usually disappoints....
Ginger Cosmo Martini
The GINGER COSMO MARTINI is a light, refreshing version of a Cosmo with additional ginger flavoring. Offsetting ginger with Cointreau is a winning combination. Its aftertaste is very summery and at times tastes more like grapefruit than ginger. There are...
Christmas Cocktail Roundup
The CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL can be one of three kinds: (1) a colorful semi-sweet regular cocktail, (2) a sweet dessert cocktail, or (3) something in-between. In the first category of semi-sweet regular cocktails, I’d suggest the popular Cosmopolitan, the Gold Rush...
“Classic Cocktails Every Drinker Should Know”
One of the online drinking sites — Liquor.com — published recently its view of the top 24 cocktails which all drinkers should know (which is about as objective as deciding the top 24 songs of all time). Though I disagree...
Cosmopolitan (Cosmo)
The COSMOPOLITAN martini, or “Cosmo”, can vary from bar to bar. If you know what you like in the Cosmo, you can usually request it be made that way. If you don’t know what you like, the establishment’s mix might...
Cocktails in the Movies
Besides constant arguing with his best friend Walter, what cocktail does The Dude always have in hand during The Big Lebowski? On the other hand, how does James Bond prefer his martini? Besides using cocktails to further define a character,...
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