Newhall Refinery has kind of set the bar on the craft cocktail movement in Santa Clarita Valley. I applaud earlier efforts made by Mojitos, SAKE, Mixers and Roman Holiday. And, just so you know it’s not always Newhall Refinery for me, I also appreciate the cocktails at Le Chene, Salt Creek Grille, The Social and…
From LALovingCup.com Ingredients 1 1/2 oz vodka or gin 1 1/2 oz thai basil infused saki or dry vermouth 1 oz lime juice 1 oz kaffir lime leaf simple syrup 2 dashes Miracle Mile Yuzu bitters opal basil flowers to garnish Directions Take everything and toss into your boston shaker with 3-4 ice cubes, remember…
Lover’s Lagoon. McCoy’s Oceanfront at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, Fla. Think of as a moonlit stroll on the beach — in a glass. Ingredients: 1 oz vodka 1 oz spiced rum 1 oz peach juice 1 oz pear juice 1 oz plum juice ½ oz blue curacao Preparation: Stir all ingredients…
Christmas Kiss Ingredients 1/2 oz Kahlua Coffee Liqueur 1/2 oz Chambord Raspberry Liqueur Preparation Mix equal parts Kahlua and Chambord in a shot glass. Can also be served over ice. Christmas Martini Ingredients 3 oz Gin 1/2 oz Dry Vermouth 1 tsp Peppermint Schnapps Preparation Pour all ingredients into mixing glass with ice cubs. Stir…
Wow, just wow. If the cocktail recipes alone don’t do it in the book “Good Things to Drink with Mr. Lyan and Friends” any cocktail fan will also appreciate Lyan’s sage advice on cocktails, like wine, bringing people together. He makes you feel that the drinks are right there in front of you with an…
From several LA-based bars and restauurants! Alley Lounge: Witch’s Brew Created by Ken Whang Dare to sip the Witch’s Brew! This vibrant red potion concocted by Bar Manager Ken Whang is a mouthwatering mixture of Absolut Peach Vodka, Svedka Citron Vodka, OR-G Liqueur and a dry ice finish that is sure to put a spell…
A whiskey distiller, a long list of email sign ups for more info from the L.A. Scotch Club, a favorite local mixologist, an author, beer cocktails, a bitters lesson/tasting, a sake expert, a professional dancer, gin in a sparkling wine, dozens of restaurant owners, a fun DJ, killer orangecello, whiskey under the table, a guest…
At my first trip to the newly opened SAKE Bistro in Bridgeport (NOW CLOSED) I was struck by more than the eclectic menu: the bar caught my eye. And, in quick succession, one of the bartenders that was doing a little training. Diego Lara has been keeping bar in Santa Clarita for many years. He…
Ingredients: Serves 1 • ¼ cup VOM FASS Ginger-Grape Balsamic Vinegar with Lemon • sparkling water • 6 sour cherries • 1 sugar cube • 1-2 tsp. fresh lime juice • ¼ cup VOM FASS Gin or VOM FASS Barrel Mellowed Gin • 2 T. VOM FASS Sour Cherry Liqueur • ice and lime wedge…
When it comes to making your bar or restaurant stand out from the rest, many times it involves a signature item – like a cocktail. But if it’s going to have your name on it and be associated with your brand, it has to be perfect. Here is some more on the importance of making…