Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Christmas Sugar Cookie (Tipsy Bartender)

 It's pretty awesome that he's bringing Tipsy girls back. Def check this out.

Recipe

Rim of marshmallow fluff

Sprinkles

Caramel Vodka

Rumchata

White Chocolate Liqueur



Everything In There Jungle Juice (Tipsy Bartender)

 This is pretty dope. Of course, you gotta take it easy on this one because it could shortly leave your head rockin' lol. Enjoy.





Sommelier Tries 10 Tequilas From $20-$175 (Bon Appétit)

 I always dig taste-testing series like this. You never know whether the mid-range can beat out the top shelf or a completely blind taste test goes wrong lol. Check it out: 





Saturday, December 9, 2023

Bees Knees Cocktail (Common Man Cocktails)

 Classic and to the point. Love it! 

Recipe

- 2 oz Gin - 1 oz Lemon Juice - 1 oz Honey



Jagerita Sour (The Educated Barfly)

I've never even thought of having Jagermeister in a build-out like this. Very interesting. I may have to try this one time. It actually looks pretty good.

1 1/2oz (45ml) Jagermeister 3/4oz (22.5ml) Cointreau 3/4oz (22.5ml) Lime Juice 1/4oz (7.5ml) 2:1 Simple Syrup Egg White



I Drank Every Christmas Beer To Find The Best (and The WORST) - How To Drink



Beers are always funny, especially festive ones. This is probably going to be pretty peculiar taste test LOL. Enjoy! 





Christmas Cocktails From Hell: The Brand Is Always Wrong (How To Drink)

 I always dig themed videos like this. It's interesting to catch someone's take if a holiday libation is actually good or not so much. Take a look: 

Jameson's Merry Berry Punch: Build in glass over ice 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. Jameson Black Barrel 1 oz. or 30 ml. Ginger Beer 1 oz. or 30 ml. Cranberry Juice Squeeze of lemon Stir Top with 1 oz. or 30 ml. Club Soda Garnish with orange wheel and cranberries

Malibu Snow Colada: Build in shaker 2 oz. or 60 ml. Malibu 2 oz. or 60 ml Sweetened Condensed Milk Splash of lime juice Crack ice into shaker Blend Pour into coconut rimmed glass

Creamy Caramel Martini: Build in shaker 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. Smirnoff Kissed Caramel .5 oz. or 15 ml. Butterscotch Liqueur Add ice and shake Strain into glass Drizzle with Caramel Garnish with Cherry Rumchata Coquito: 1 oz. or 30 ml. Rumchata Peppermint Bark 1 oz. or 30 ml. Rum Haven 1 oz. or 30 ml. Coconut Cream 1 oz. or 30 ml. Condensed Milk 1 oz. or 30 ml. Coconut Milk Add ice and shake Strain into glass Garnish with Cinnamon Fig Negroni: Build in mixing glass 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. Campari 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. Gin 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. Fig infused vermouth Add ice and stir Strain into glass over ice Garnish with orange twist and cranberries Holiday Cosmo: Build in shaker 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. Smirnoff Red, White & Merry .75 oz. or 22 ml. Lime Juice .5 oz. or 15 ml. Cranberry Syrup 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters 2 dashes of Orange Bitters Add ice and shake Strain into glass



Saturday, December 2, 2023

Breakfast Martini (The Educated Barfly)

This is absolutely amazing. Even though I'm not the biggest Gin head, I can certainly see myself having this on a Sunday brunch tip. This looks delectable.

Recipe

1 1/2oz (45ml) Gin 1/2oz (15ml) Cointreau 1/2oz (15ml) Lemon Juice 1 Bsp Orange Marmalade Garnish: Orange Twist




Rum Banana Milkshake (The Educated Barfly)

Great dessert libation to have especially after a warm dinner. I can see this for Christmas or NYE!

Recipe

3oz (90ml) Milk 1 1/2oz (45ml) aged Jamaican rum, such as Denizen Merchant’s Reserve 1/2oz (15ml) Simple syrup 1/2oz (15ml) banana liqueur 1 dash Angostura bitters 1 Dash Vanilla Extract



Philadelphia Fish House Punch (The Educated Barfly)

Now, these are the types of recipes that I live for. I love a classic libation with quality ingredients and some history to it. Shoutout to The Educated Barfly, Leandro. 

Recipes

1oz (30ml) Mount Gay Rum 1oz (30ml) cognac 3/4oz (22ml) Peach Liqueur 3/4oz (22ml) Lemon Juice 1oz (30ml) Cold Black Tea 1/2oz (15ml) Simple Syrup




The Foe Hammer - Overproof Rum & Bourbon (Common Man Cocktails)

This is a really interesting drink. Never thought of combining bourbon with rum (overproof at that). Interesting. 

2 dashes 80:20 saline solution 3 dashes Angostura bitters 0.75 oz lime juice 1 oz pineapple syrup (50/50 juice to granulated sugar) 1 oz sweet vermouth 1 oz overproof rum 1 oz bourbon, at least 100 proof





Long Island Iced Tea...But Better! (Steve the Bartender)

 This is a really cool twist on a classic L.I.T. Shoutout to Steve. 


Recipe

1/2 oz Vodka

1/2 oz Gin

1/2 oz aged Guyanese Rum

1/2 oz reposado Tequila

3/4 oz Cointreau

3/4 oz Lemon Juice

1/2 oz Citrus Syrup

Cola

4 dashes Angostura bitters 



Tipsy Punch (Tipsy Bartender)

Great punch for the season! 

Recipe

Sunny-D

Strawberries

Blueberries

Limes

Stoli Blueberry

Burnett's Raspberry

Triple Sec

Strawberry Pucker

Mountain Dew 




Thursday, November 23, 2023

Dungeons and Drinking: Baldur's Gate 3 Cocktails (How To Drink)

 I love concept drinks from video games and movies. This is a dope set of cocktails. Please check them out. 

Stagswift Tonic: Build in mixing glass 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters .25 oz. or 7 ml. Orange Liqueur .25 oz. or 7 ml. Fernet Branca 1 oz. or 30 ml. Cognac 1 oz. or 30 ml. Jagermeister Add ice and stir Strain into glass Garnish with lemon peel Chultan Fireswill: Build in Shaker .75 oz. or 22 ml. Pog Juice (Link above) 3 dashes Chocolate Bitters .5 oz. or 15 ml. Cinnamon Simple Syrup .5 oz. or 15 ml. Mezcal 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. 151 Rum (Hamilton) Add ice and shake Open pour into glass Garnish with mint Oblivion & Beyond: Build in Shaker .25 oz. or 7 ml. Simple Syrup .25 oz. or 7 ml. Velvet Falernum .5 oz. or 15 ml. Lime Juice .5 oz. or 15 ml. Coffee Liqueur (Mr. Black) 1 oz. or 30 ml. Over Proof Rum (Wray and Nephew) Add ice and strain into Drinkmate bottle Carbonate the drink Pour into mug Spritz with absinthe Frothing Duergar: Build in Shaker .25 oz. or 7 ml. Simple Syrup .25 oz. or 7 ml. Maraschino Liqueur 1 oz. or 30 ml. Lemon Juice 1.5 oz. or 45 ml. Mezcal


.5 oz. or 15 ml. Ancho Reyes .5 oz. or 15 ml. Green Chartreuse 1 Egg white Dry shake Add ice and pinch of salt and shake again Strain into glass Garnish with lemon wheel and umbrella


Thanksgiving Live! (Tipsy Bartender)

 I always dig watching the behind the scenes footage. Cool to see him enjoying Turkey day from Hawaii. Shoutout to Emma. If you know the history, that's pretty epic. She been on the show for quite some time now! Since I was in my mid 20s as a matter of fact. A'ight, y'all. Enjoy! 




Saturday, November 18, 2023

Epic Jungle Juice Party (Tipsy Bartender)

 Yo, I love this break down of an old video Skyy John did back in the day where he made a crazy jungle juice for a Super Bowl party some years. This was primo Tipsy Bartender. Gotta show love to a fellow Bahamian. Peep the story and how he breaks down what went on that day from a live video he did last night.  




1 Gallon Mary Jane Slush (Tipsy Bartender)

 This looks awesome! In typical Tipsy Bartender fashion, of course.


Recipe

Malibu

Captain Morgan

Midori

Sweet and Sour

Pineapple Juice

Blue Curacao

Orange Slices




Saturday, September 9, 2023

Starburst Jello in a Watermelon (Tipsy Bartender)

 Now, this looks like fun. With summer coming to a close soon, it'd be fun to have! 

Recipe

Watermelon

Starburst packet

Hot water

Vodka

Put in fridge until it turns Jello 

Repeat with other two mixer cups then pour into watermelon (layered)

Repeat process then take out and slice





Saturday, July 22, 2023

Super Charged Heineken (Tipsy Bartender)

 Now this just looks refreshing. I don't even drink Heineken like that, but I'd def take a look at this one!


Recipe

Lemon

Blue Curacao

Sprite

Heineken



Shimmering Fruit Ice Cubes (Tipsy Bartender)

 Awesome summer treat for those that love a good drink.


Recipe

Strawberry

Sprinkles

Lime

Gin

Tonic Water 





Monday, July 3, 2023

Saturday, June 24, 2023

Friday, June 2, 2023

God of War Inception Bomb (Tipsy Bartender)

I know I've posted this years ago, but this is always a dope concept cocktail. Dangerous, too. I'd def split this one with someone else, especially since there's Bacardi 151 in the drink. Recipe Fireball Grenadine Crown Royal Redbull Blue Curacao Creme de Menthe Lemon Lime Soda Grape Juice

Saturday, April 1, 2023

Sean "Diddy" Combs Introduces New Ciroc Honey Melon Flavor

Photo credit: Ciroc With Sean "Diddy" Combs aka Love being a part of Diageo's ultra premium vodka brand since 2007, he's been a trailblazer in creating an amazing marketing campaign behind a vodka that was in the top 20. He's grown that brand into one of the most sought-after vodkas. Not only has been someone who's played a huge role as ambassador to the brand in making it a multi-million case seller, but he's added his touch as far as the flavors concerned. Right now, there's currently give or take 12 flavors. Now, Diddy has done it again by adding a Honey Melon flavor to its repertoire. Check out this cool commercial. "No reservations needed", indeed.

Saturday, March 18, 2023

3 St. Paddy's Cocktails That Are Not Bright Green (Anders Erickson)

I love the title of this post, and these are solid libations. Peep it: THE TIPPERARY COCKTAIL RECIPE 2 oz. Redbreast 12 year Irish Whiskey 1/2 oz. Dolin Vermouth de Chambéry Rouge (sweet) 1/4 oz. Green Chartreuse 2 dashes Angostura Bitters THE IRISH MAID RECIPE 2 cucumber slices (muddled) 2 oz. Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey 1/2 oz. St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice 1/2 oz. semi-rich simple syrup Cucumber ribbon or slice for garnish THE LUCKY STONE RECIPE: 1.5 oz. Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey 1 oz. Lustau Amontillado Los Arcos Sherry 1/2 oz. Giffard Abricot du Roussillon 2 dashes Peychaud's Bitters Expressed lemon oil Cocktail cherry for garnish

4 Simple Irish Whiskey - Perfect for St. Patrick's Day (Flaviar)

These are some amazing libations. Quality ingreidents but not too overbearing. Love it! Recipe Irish Buck Cocktail • 1.5 oz Irish Whiskey • ¼ oz lime juice • 3 oz ginger ale Irish Maid Cocktail • 2 slices of cucumber • 2 oz Irish Whiskey • ¾ oz lemon juice • 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur • 0.5 oz simple syrup • Optional matcha green tea for green color Stout Fashioned Cocktail • 2 oz Irish Whiskey • 1 bar spoon rich demerara syrup • 3 dashes Angostura bitters • 2 dashes Orange bitters • Top up with Guinness Draught foam Pot of Gold Cocktail • 1.5 oz Irish Whiskey • ¼ oz Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey • ¼ oz ginger liqueur • 0.5 oz honey syrup • 0.5 oz lemon juice • 0.5 oz lemon juice • 0.5 oz egg white • Edible Gold flakes for Garnish

Irish People Try New St. Patrick's Day Cocktails (The TRY Channel)

This is pretty hilarious but very intersting cocktail wise. Definitely someting unique here. Enjoy the humor and the intriguing libations.

Saturday, March 11, 2023

The Almost Forgotten Classic New Orleans Cocktail (Steve the Bartender)

It's funny because I'm actually reading a really cool cocktail book. This is a very interesting one. I'm a fan of New Orleans-based libations. Shoutout to Steve the Bartender for the amazing history lesson and the cocktail. Here's a recipe of an updated version of the classic 1850s The Brandy Crusta Recipe 2 oz Cognac 1/2 oz Orange curacao 1/4 oz Maraschino liqueur 3/4 oz Lemon juice 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Sangria In A Watermelon (Tipsy Bartender)

It's been a while! What's going on, world?! This is a really cool throwback Tipsy Bartender style joint. We know he's been definitely scratching the galaxy with his drinks lately, which is dope. However, we love the less is more approach to Tipsy's old style. Mega shoutout to Skyy John. Recipe Watermelon Blueberries Strawberries Pineapples Bacardi Wine Welches Pineapple