These ancient cocktails are timeless and historic. They have proven themselves against the test of time and most pre-date the 1900’s.
Last Word French Gin + Lime + Green Chartreuse + Luxardo Herbaceous, Slightly Tart, Aromatic The Last Word is a gin-based prohibition-era cocktail originally developed at the Detroit Athletic Club. A little sour, a little sweet, a little pungent, and delicious all around! Blood and Sand Blended Scotch Whiskey + Cherry Brandy + Sweet Vermouth + Blood Orange Slightly Smoky, Smooth, Slightly Fruity, Balanced The Blood and Sand is one of the few classic mixed drinks that includes Scotch. It was named for Rudolph Valentino's 1922 bullfighter movie Blood and Sand. The Sazerac French Cognac + Peychaud’s Bitters + Absinthe Aromatic, Smooth, Spirit Forward, Soft Licorice In 1838, Antoine Amedie Peychaud, owner of a New Orleans apothecary, treated his friends to brandy toddies of his own recipe, including his "Peychaud's Bitters," made from a secret family recipe. The Sidecar French Cognac + Cointreau + Lemon + Simple Rich, Savory, Spirit Forward, Slightly Tart The exact origin of the Sidecar is unclear, but it is thought to have been invented around the end of World war I in either London or Paris. The drink was directly named for the motorcycle attachment, which was commonly used back then. The Paris Ritz Hotel claims origin of the drink. Vesper Gin + Lillet Blanc + Vodka Dry, Clean, Aromatic From the very first James Bond novel, Casino Royale, Author Ian Fleming had Bond name the Vesper after his love interest, Vesper Lynd. Bond gave up this drink after Vesper was unveiled as a double agent. Vieux Carré Rye Whiskey + Cognac + Sweet Vermouth + Benedictine + Peychaud’s Bitters + Angostura Bitters Spirit Forward, Slightly Bitter, Dry, Complex Invented in 1938 at the Monteleone Hotel in New Orleans. This French twist on a Manhattan is named after the French term for what is known as "The French Quarter". Old Fashioned Bourbon + Crafted Bitters Balanced, Savory, Spirit Forward Your choice of Bourbon, add a smoke for your own personal twist. You'll be missing out if you don't try this Classic. Negroni Gin + Campari + Sweet Vermouth Herby, Liquorish Root, Deep Fruit Flavors A classic Italian cocktail considered to be an apertivo traditionally stirred. French 75 Gin + Lemon + Sparkling Wine Bright, Off-Dry, Slightly Tart, Effervescent Humphrey Bogart ordered one of these in the hit movie Casablanca. Named after the French 75-mm field gun. This smooth Gin and Champagne Cocktail will leave you wanting more. “Here’s looking at you, kid”. Aviation Gin + Lemon + Luxardo + Crème de Violette + Luxardo Cherry Sweet, Slightly Sour, Complex Very similar to a gin sour. Combines lemon juice and Luxardo to balance it out. Classic Gin based cocktail. Boulevardier Bourbon + Camparo + Sweet Vermouth + Orange Coin Robust, Sweet, Bitter, Smooth This cocktail dates back to Prohibition and is a variation of the Negroni. Manhattan Whiskey + Sweet Vermouth + House made Bitters + Luxardo Cherry Dark Red Fruit, Subtle Herbal Hints, Complex Based on the area code 212 (Manhattan) and has been around since 1880…Served up or on the rocks; your choice. Whiskey Sour Whiskey + Demerara + Lemon + Orange Curacao + Egg White + Luxardo Cherry + Orange Coin Carmel, Vanilla Notes With Lemon Perfect balance of sweet and sour with a silky texture. Penicillin Johnnie Black Whiskey + Lemon + Honey + Simple Slightly Tart, Slightly Sweet, Complex, Unique This cocktail was created by Sam Ross mid-2000s when working at NY City’s famous Milk & Honey Bar. This quickly gained a foothold as a modern-classic cocktail and now served around the world, proving its status as one of the 21st century. The Billionaire Wild Turkey 101 + Lemon + Cherry + Absinthe Slightly Sweet and Slightly Sour Balanced This cocktail was created in a flash of inspiration to showcase overproof whiskey by offsetting it with wonderfully lush and flavorful ingredients. The Absinthe, anise, licorice flavor, as always, is hard to ignore! Try Out TOP SHELF Version – Substitute With BOOKERS!! (at an additional charge) Negroni Gin + Campari + Sweet Vermouth Herby, Liquorish Root, Deep Fruit Flavors A classic Italian cocktail considered to be an apertivo traditionally stirred. |