TIP OF THE DAY: Uses For Cream Liqueur

Introduced in 1974, Baileys Irish Cream was the first cream liqueur on the market. Rich and, of course, creamy, it was a hit, and created the category of cream liqueur. Dozens of cream liqueurs have debuted since, from the familiar (chocolate, coffee, maple) to the exotic (amarula, the fruit of the African marula tree). A…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Bloody Mary Garnishes & A Bloody Mary Cart

Who can resist a BLT Bloody Mary, garnished with lettuce, tomato and a crisp bacon strip? This one is from Morton’s Grille.   If Dad’s drink is a Bloody Mary, try something exciting for Father’s Day. You can use different spirits and mixes, but the easiest way to wow everyone is with a Bloody Mary…
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RECIPE: Gin Martini Milkshake For World Gin Day

It’s not so innocent (photo © Butter & Scotch | Brooklyn).   June 13th is World Gin Day. Celebrate by making a Gin Martini Milkshake: gin, vermouth, and ice cream! If the concept sounds strange to you, think of all the sweet drinks made with heavy cream, from Brandy Alexander to Irish Coffee to White…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Gin Cocktails For Father’s Day

A gimlet: gin, lime juice and sugar. Photo courtesy Gallo.   How about a gin cocktail party for Father’s Day? You can serve your guests the five classic gin cocktails: Gimlet, Gin Fizz, Gin & Tonic, Gin Rickey and Martini. For a mocktail, a pitcher of limeade does nicely (a few dashes of bitters makes…
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GIFT: Premium Spirits For Father’s Day

For Father’s Day, here are some spirits that will light up Father’s Day for that special Dad who loves tequila or vodka. Casa Herradura has two superior expressions for the tequila lover: HERRADURA SELECCIÓN SUPREMA, EXTRA-AÑEJO Herradura Selección Suprema is the highest grade tequila from Casa Herradura. Aged for more than 49 months in American…
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