Raspberry Rickey

Raspberry Rickey

It's entirely possible you've never heard of the Raspberry Rickey. But with spring coming on now, soon to be followed by summer, this is one cocktail you want to get to know. The Raspberry Rickey is one of those rare drinks that's excellent with or without alcohol. The recipe is exactly the same either way, except ...


Mai Tai

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There are quite a few recipes for the Mai Tai out there. Both "Trader Vic" and "Donn the Beachcomber" claimed to have invented the Mai Tai, but their recipes aren't really all that similar. When you order a Mai Tai these days, you'll most likely get a version with orange or pineapple juice. The original ...


Sex on the Beach

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Please, no puns on the name of this drink. Whatever you think of - it's been done. However clever you think it is - it's not. Even if your friends giggle and snort, that's just because they're a bunch of doofuses. And so are you. But what the hell? That's what kind of a drink Sex ...


Long Island Iced Tea

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The Long Island Iced Tea is one of the all time greats. It's a stealth drink, like the Zombie. It goes down so easy, the high alcohol content sneaks up on you. It's also a great pre-mixer to make in pitchers and serve at parties. Summertime is an ideal time to serve the Long Island ...


Godmother

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Here's a tasty, elegant cocktail anyone can make - The Godmother. It's got plenty of flavor and kick - all vodka and amaretto - and the only bartender skill you might want is the ability to strain. And if you really can't be bothered, you can just leave the ice in (in fact, many people ...


Zombie

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Ever wondered what happens if you mix loads of rum with several different fruit juices and drink the results? Answer: the fruit masks how much alcohol you're consuming, and you find yourself in a stupor. The Zombie contains 3.5 times as much alcohol as you normally find in a fairly strong cocktail. The restaurateur who ...