Cocktail Recipes Archive

Pisco Sour Recipe

Pisco Sour Recipe

This classic Pisco cocktail is a great example of how egg whites can create a smooth and velvety texture in cocktails.

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Gin and Tonic Recipe

Gin and Tonic Recipe

The Gin and Tonic-- fondly referred to as a G&T-- is a classic gin cocktail that sure has stood the test of time. Its crisp and refreshing and super easy combination of gin, tonic water, and citrus garnish makes it a go-to choice for cocktail enthusiasts around...

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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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Ward 8

Ward 8

Surprisingly bright but bitter, this is a tasty way to use orange juice in a non-sweet drink.

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Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe

Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe

With summer in full swing, it's time for a super refreshing cocktail that marries the light flavor of rum with the fresh flavor of ripe strawberries. The perfect summer drink for a hot day, this shaken Strawberry Daiquiri requires minimal prep time and is absolutely...

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Fish House Punch

Fish House Punch

Don’t worry, The Fish House Punch isn’t made with fish! It’s a 1700’s drink that originated in a pre-Revolutionary Men’s Club – and was supposedly also enjoyed by the one and only George Washington.

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Big Batch Sangria Recipe

Big Batch Sangria Recipe

Summer is in full swing, so today, Chris is showing you how to make one of the most refreshing drinks you could ask for on a hot summer day: a good ol' fashioned pitcher of Sangria. And yes, we do mean a large format recipe-- perfect for any summer party-- and not...

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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 let's be...

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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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Daiquiri Recipe

Daiquiri Recipe

I like to consider the Daiquiri to be the Margarita’s badly behaved brother. They have a lot in common, but this one’s with rum!

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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.   Brief History of the Paloma The origins of this cocktail...

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Margarita Recipe with Grand Marnier

Margarita Recipe with Grand Marnier

A common question we at A Bar Above see come up again and again is this: Can you substitute Grand Marnier for Cointreau? Are they interchangeable?   The answers are yes and no. While Cointreau and Grand Marnier aren’t the same style of orange liqueur and...

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Classic Mint Julep Recipe

Classic Mint Julep 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 without a good Mint Julep.   Brief History of the Mint Julep This famous classic...

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Piña Colada

Piña Colada

The Pina Colada is the quintessential summer sipper: sweet, fruity, and boozy. Enjoy by the side of the pool (or anytime you wish you were!)

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Batched Margarita Recipe

Batched Margarita Recipe

One of the most popular cocktails in the world, the Margarita is an absolute classic. Traditionally, when making just one single cocktail at a time, it's a basic blend of tequila, simple syrup, fresh lime juice, and Cointreau orange liqueur mixed in a cocktail shaker...

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Classic Mimosa Recipe

Classic Mimosa Recipe

Perhaps the pinnacle of classic brunch cocktails, the mimosa is a one of the simplest and well-known alcoholic drinks known worldwide and consists of two basic ingredients: orange juice with champagne. Now, how much orange juice you use is up to you-- some people like...

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Modern Vs. Classic Mai Tai Recipe: Mai Tai Two Ways

Modern Vs. Classic Mai Tai Recipe: Mai Tai Two Ways

We've done an original recipe for a Mai Tai in the past, as well as this tropical rum drink with Grand Marnier orange liqueur; but today, Chris is showing you how to make two versions: the official cocktail of Trader Vic fame and a slightly more modern version of this...

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The Mint Julep

The Mint Julep

This is a slight variation on the traditional Mint Julep cocktail, using a touch of Fernet Branca Menta to kick up the mint and add a botanical undertone.

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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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Shirley Temple Drink Recipe

Shirley Temple Drink Recipe

This classic Shirley Temple recipe is incredibly easy to make and only requires three simple ingredients: lemon-lime soda, grenadine syrup, and a maraschino cherry for garnish. It's a refreshing mocktail typically known for being served to kids at restaurants and...

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Amaretto Sour

Amaretto Sour

The Amaretto Sour is smooth, sweet and nutty – it’s one of my favorite Sours!

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French Martini Recipe

French Martini Recipe

French Martini Recipe Bonjour! Today, we’re getting fancy with not one but two versions of the French Martini. Now, this sophisticated cocktail may not be a "real," classic Martini that follows the standard formula, but it sure is delicious.  Using black raspberry...

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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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Cognac Sazerac

Cognac Sazerac

Ever had a Sazerac made with Cognac? It’s a simple switch, but oh so good!

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Mojito Mocktail Recipe

Mojito Mocktail Recipe

A Mojito mocktail, you say? Why yes, we're celebrating Dry January with three mocktail videos, in fact-- This is the second, and our third will feature a handful of delicious non-alcoholic drinks that will get you through January and beyond, whether you're cutting...

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Virgin Margarita Recipe

Virgin Margarita Recipe

Alright, let's start off Dry January with a spirit-free take on a universally-favorite classic cocktail: The non-alcoholic Margarita! This is perfect for holiday celebrations, hot summer days, baby showers, a girls night, and pretty much any event all year round. Even...

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White Russian Recipe

White Russian Recipe

A White Russian is a classic cocktail, perfect for slow sipping on a chilly evening. It is incredibly simple to make and only requires a few ingredients, making it an approachable drink for those who are new to mixing cocktails.   This cocktail has definitely...

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Espresso Martini Recipe

Espresso Martini Recipe

The Espresso Martini seems to be all the rage these days, so we thought it was the perfect  cocktail to give you a little pick-me-up in this chilly weather. While it may not be the most popular drink amongst bartenders-- and isn't even a true martini-- it's certainly...

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The Old Fashioned

The Old Fashioned

Previously known as “The Old Fashioned Whiskey Cocktail” or “The Whiskey Cocktail made in the Old Fashioned Way”. It’s about as classic as a classic cocktail can get!

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Hot Toddy Recipe

Hot Toddy Recipe

The Hot Toddy is a winter warmer is a 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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