Over twelve years ago I started reading this subreddit to learn cocktails. I practiced on the ‘Not Cocktail Of The Day’ posts and learned my basics. 3 years ago I opened a cocktail bar of my very own. Today we got nominated for a James Beard Award for Most Outstanding Bar. Cheers, and thank you.
Let's sip to good health and good company
Party time, shower them with sparkly paper
- By - little-victory
Mandarin oranges
- By - vin00129
What are some things the USA does right?
An amazing showing.
Did somebody say 'Murica?
When you come across a feel-good thing. Gives %{coin_symbol}100 Coins to both the author and the community.
Shows the Silver Award... and that's it.
Thank you stranger. Shows the award.
When you come across a feel-good thing.
- By - parkerysr
Pineapple-Hibiscus Spritz (Mocktail)
Which highball glass is that? It’s stunning
Riedel! Some of my favorite glasses!
Can't WAIT to try this! LOVE Red Hooks so this seems right up my alley.
I didnt actually know the spec on that cocktail, this is kinda a riff on that!
I honestly don’t love Bluecoat, the other two are much nicer imo
That’s amazing! Congratulations! Absolute goals!
I peeled them trying to get minimum pith and did oleo sacharum. The smell is just amazing and I’m yet to try it on a margarita. I made a syrup from the fruit, just juiced them all, added water and sugar and boiled them for a minute and there was this bitterness, I guess it’s the natural pith. The colour is great though. If you make a better syrup let me know!
Came here to say Oleo Sacharum!
Congratulations on your second in-person. I know how those jitters can get but glad to hear you pushed though. I think the presentation looks simple but clean which is very appreciable. But all judges have their quirks.
It wasn’t the drink itself, I was fumbling with ice that was too large, somehow my julep strainer didn’t fit in one of my mixing glasses. I was so prepared except for the technique. I’ll be alternating days of lifting and practicing making cocktails/flair. Home bartending just doesnt cut you out for big comps lmao thanks so much!
Oh, i wouldnt even sweat that. I've watched industry veterans do all the same.
For sure but I’m in it to win it next time!
Those are some hella nice shots 👌
Thank you!
Interesting I've never had eucalyptus in a drink before. Sounds like it would be almost minty
It is but subtle!
This is amazing!!
Espíritu de Frambuesa
Winter’s Kiss
Just made this. Delicious!
So glad you enjoyed!!
I think I’d hate it because Campari is my devil but I absolutely love the name
You would loathe it lmao but thanks!
You might enjoy my post history. My go to lately has been Old Fashioneds and Spritzes but I always have a freezer Martini on hand
This whisky is too good to be used in a cocktail. But it probably makes a great cocktail. I'm torn.
I replied to another comment, Sexy Fish in London uses it in a few of theres! I tried the 17 year while I was there, now that’s too good to be used in a cocktail!
Sorry, what does 2Beeks mean?
It’s the brand of honey, my very very local friends who are just ramping up to sell some honey!
I am a huge fan of blanc vermouth in a Martini. I usually go with 5:1 ratio and the little bit of sweetness is incredible
I did the opposite of this a regretted it, ruined an incredible botanical base with overinfusing bittering agents, for what its worth lol
Apèro Spritz
Why double strain if you're pouring over cracked ice anyway? Is it for the lemon pulp?
Yep, and ideally the cracked ice will be larger chunks so you shouldnt get too many ice chips
She’s a little blurry but I love her 💜
I almost always serve a JB in a rocks glass, too pretty to hide behind a tiki mug! Great drink!
Fucking gorgeous
Thank you!
Looks delicious. Why is it queen of clubs and not hearts or diamonds tho when the drink is so vibrantly red?
Clover Club riff
Love and Murder
This sounds right up my allley
Your rosemary vanilla syrup is all of that and then some, been using it since Barcelona is Burning.
Oh man so glad to hear you like it!
How do you make your syrup?
Add the leaves of 10 rosemary sprigs to a blender with 150g simple syrup, 2 drops vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Blend until well combined. Strain into a clean container and store in the fridge.
Simply Having… Hair of the Dog
How different is maraschino liqueur from just using luxardo maraschino syrup?
In this recipe either would be fine. The liqueur is clear, has some proof and isnt as sweet though still quite sweet
I’m usually pretty liberal with what is and is not a Negroni but we’ve gone too far
I’d argue that’s closer to a Martini. Most bars would absolutely call it one for sure
Is tomorrow the last day? I’m in London but already totally booked tomorrow my friend mentioned it was closing down
As an Irish person, who are famed for our friendliness, I am still very struck by your service skills in the US. I know some find it overbearing, but “ can I help you today?.. anything else sir?” Etc, is better than sitting there being ignored.
American in London this week and I am relearning to appreciate the slightly overbearing. I rarely have to flag a server down at home but I’m sitting at a bar for 20 minutes like “Excuse me sir can I put an order in with you please” Happy for the flat service charge here sometimes