Cocktail Recipes Archive

Thanksgiving Cocktail Recipe: The Bourbon Bog

Thanksgiving Cocktail Recipe: The Bourbon Bog

  The other day, I was chatting with a friend who mentioned that her dad’s go-to Thanksgiving cocktail is something called a Bourbon Bog. I had never heard of it—but with a name like that (and because I love bourbon), I had to check it out. After a little...

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Corpse Reviver no. 2

Corpse Reviver no. 2

When made with Big Gin and Lucid Absinthe, this hair-of-the-dog drink is a perfect example of the classic recipe.

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Corpse Reviver No 1

Corpse Reviver No 1

  Table of contents: Video: Making the Corpse Reviver 1 History Reviver Ingredients Variations Our Variation Final Thoughts Recipe Have I mentioned this is my favorite time of year? I love fall weather, sweaters, and especially Halloween. So when deciding what...

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The Pumpkin Spice Martini

The Pumpkin Spice Martini

  Table of Contents: How-to Video Intro History Ingredient Breakdown Pumpkin Pie Martini Other Variations Homemade Pumpkin Syrup Recipes Recipe   How to Make the Pumpkin Martini This decadent pumpkin concoction is the perfect drink for cozy evenings or...

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Aviation Cocktail

Aviation Cocktail

The Aviation is a true classic. In this recipe we’re making it with our homemade Crème de Hibiscus instead of the traditional Crème de Violette

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Moscow Mule Recipe

Moscow Mule Recipe

The Moscow Mule is a fantastic “gateway drink” for getting into craft cocktails. Easy to make, beautiful presentation and delicious… You can’t go wrong with a Moscow Mule.

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Tom Collins Recipe

Tom Collins Recipe

While we’ve made several versions of a Collins (my personal favorite being with cranberries), we’ve never actually done a post on a traditional Tom Collins– the shame! This classic cocktail combines gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water for a refreshing drink.

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White Peach Sangria

White Peach Sangria

This easy white peach sangria recipe combines crisp white wine, peach liqueur, and fresh peaches in a single-serve cocktail that’s perfect for summer sipping. Refreshing, fruit-forward, and easy to batch!

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The Classic Mojito Recipe

The Classic Mojito Recipe

The Mojito is a minty classic is just the right level of sweetness – as long as you’re not out of mint, of course!

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White Sangria Cocktail Recipe

White Sangria Cocktail Recipe

White Sangria is a light, fruity cocktail made with white wine, brandy, citrus, and fresh seasonal fruit — perfect for summer sipping!

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Long Island Iced Tea Recipe

Long Island Iced Tea Recipe

  Perhaps one of the most famous cocktails (or infamous cocktails, depending on how you look at it) in recent history, the Long Island Iced Tea is a real doozy in terms of alcohol content. This isn't typically the kind of mixed drink we feature on our blog, but...

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Scorpion Bowl

Scorpion Bowl

The Scorpion Bowl is a tiki cocktail made for sharing, with rum, brandy, orange juice, lemon juice, & more. Join us for the recipe.

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Classic Paloma Recipe

Classic Paloma Recipe

  We're kicking summer into full gear and bringing you all our favorite hot weather cocktails! Today's delicious cocktail is the Paloma, the perfect tequila cocktail that's an alternative to the Margarita. Table of Contents: How-to Video History Ingredients...

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Monkey Gland Cocktail

Monkey Gland Cocktail

The Monkey Gland mixes gin, OJ, simple syrup, grenadine, & absinthe for a classic cocktail with a wild name & bold flavor. Get the recipe!

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Classic Mint Julep Recipe

Classic Mint Julep Recipe

  Table of Contents: How-to Video History Ingredient Breakdown Variations Jump to Recipe Spring is finally in full effect, and with that comes some of our favorite cocktails! And while Derby day at Churchill Downs racecourse has already passed, it wouldn't be May...

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Trinidad Sour Cocktail Recipe

Trinidad Sour Cocktail Recipe

A bold twist on classic cocktails, the Trinidad Sour blends Angostura bitters, orgeat, lemon juice, and rye whiskey. Get the recipe now!

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Cuba Libre Cocktail

Cuba Libre Cocktail

Get the perfect recipe for the Cuba Libre at A Bar Above: This refreshing rum and Coke cocktail adds a splash of lime juice & a secret ingredient.

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Alaska Cocktail

Alaska Cocktail

The Alaska is a classic cocktail made of gin, yellow Chartreuse, and a dash of orange bitters. It’s herbal and delicious– get the recipe today!

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Irish Coffee Recipe

Irish Coffee Recipe

On a cold night, there’s nothing quite like a hot Irish coffee to warm you up – in more ways than one!

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Brown Derby Cocktail

Brown Derby Cocktail

The Brown Derby drink mixes bourbon, ruby red grapefruit juice, and honey syrup for a delicious classic cocktail. Get the recipe at A Bar Above!

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Hurricane Drink Recipe

Hurricane Drink Recipe

What better way to celebrate Mardi Gras than with the quintessential New Orleans Cocktail: The Hurricane!

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Cable Car Cocktail

Cable Car Cocktail

The Cable Car cocktail is a modern variation of the Sidecar, mixing spiced rum, lemon juice, & orange curaçao.

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Greenpoint Cocktail

Greenpoint Cocktail

Named after Greenpoint, Brooklyn, the Greenpoint cocktail mixes yellow Chartreus, rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and Angostura & orange bitters.

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El Diablo Cocktail

El Diablo Cocktail

Combining tequila, lime juice, Crème de Cassis, & ginger beer, the El Diablo cocktail is delicious… with a bite!

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The White Lady

The White Lady

A true Prohibition classic, the White Lady mixes gin, Cointreau, fresh lemon juice– and something simple syrup & egg white.

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Hot Toddy Recipe

Hot Toddy Recipe

The Hot Toddy is a winter warmer that’s as comforting as it is delicious. And it couldn’t be easier to make! (Just don’t forget to pre-heat that glass!)

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White Negroni

White Negroni

Inspired by the Negroni, this “white” version uses Lillet and Gentian liqueur to result in a lighter cocktail with a hint of orange.

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Bijou Cocktail

Bijou Cocktail

Join A Bar Above as we make the Bijou cocktail, a delicious mix of gin, Chartreuse, sweet vermouth, & bitters. Get the recipe now!

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