A south side or southside is an alcoholic beverage made with gin, lime juice, simple syrup and mint. A variant, the southside fizz, adds soda water. Its origins are subject to speculation; it has been alternatively proposed that it gets…
A Long Island iced tea is a mixed cocktail originating in the prohibition era and made popular in New York speakeasies. Despite its name, the drink does not contain any tea whatsoever. Ingredients ¼ part vodka ¼ part white rum…
The strawberry daiquiri is a cocktail composed mainly of rum, schnapps, and strawberries. It can be shaken or puréed in a blender for a smooth consistency. Ingredients Strawberry juice, for rim Sugar, for rim 1 oz light rum ½ oz…
Ponche de crème is a seasonal beverage usually enjoyed as a cocktail at Christmastime. It is similar to eggnog. Ingredients 6 eggs peel of 1 lime 3 cans (15 oz / 400 g) evaporated milk 1½ cans (14 oz /…
The French martini is a cocktail served in two forms, sometimes referred to as “classic” and “modern.” The modern form is presented here. Ingredients 4 parts vodka 1 part pineapple juice 1 part Chambord (or other raspberry/blackberry liqueur) 2 maraschino…
Boilo is a traditional Yuletide drink of the north-eastern United States, specifically Pennsylvania. It is a type of whiskey-based liqueur made with oranges, lemons, sugar and various different spices such as cinnamon. Recipes vary and may include nutmeg, cloves, caraway…