The Smoked Maple Bourbon Sour is where the crackle of a campfire meets the comfort of a warm, whiskey-laced dessert. It’s a cozy, complex cocktail that takes the classic bourbon sour format and elevates it with smoky depth and rich maple sweetness, resulting in a drink that’s as perfect for crisp fall evenings as it…
The Stout Old Fashioned is a rich, roasty twist on a beloved classic—one that brings together the depth of bourbon and the creamy, chocolate-laced body of a dark stout. A play on the traditional Old Fashioned, this version adds subtle layers of coffee, cocoa, and roasted malt without losing the spirit-forward integrity of the original….
The Whiskey Smash is what happens when a Mint Julep meets a Whiskey Sour—a refreshing, citrusy, herbaceous cocktail that brings balance and brightness to your favorite bourbon. It’s part julep, part muddled cocktail, and all about bold simplicity. With fresh lemon wedges, mint, a splash of syrup, and good whiskey, the Whiskey Smash is a…
The Boulevardier is what happens when a Negroni puts on a velvet blazer and steps into a whiskey lounge. Rich, warming, and elegantly bitter, this cocktail swaps gin for bourbon or rye whiskey—resulting in a spirit-forward drink that’s ideal for cooler evenings or slow, contemplative sipping. With its ruby-red hue and silky texture, the Boulevardier…
Few cocktails carry the weight of history like the Old Fashioned—a drink so elemental, its very name tells you it predates trends. But even icons deserve evolution, and the Old Fashioned 2.0 is just that: a modern upgrade that retains the original’s simplicity while enhancing it with smoked ice, offering a dramatic, aromatic layer that…
The Whiskey Sour is the very definition of classic cocktail elegance—sharp, balanced, and just a little flirtatious. And in The Seven Year Itch (1955), it became part of one of cinema’s most iconic moments. As Marilyn Monroe’s character sips a Whiskey Sour in that breezy Manhattan apartment, the cocktail is cast in its perfect role:…
The Manhattan is the epitome of urban sophistication: bold, spirit-forward, and timeless. It’s a drink with structure and poise, a cocktail that knows exactly who it is. Featured prominently in Billy Wilder’s Some Like It Hot, the Manhattan makes an unforgettable cameo when Marilyn Monroe’s character, Sugar Kane, whips one up in a hot water…
Of all the cocktails that appear in the pages of The Great Gatsby, the Mint Julep may be the most symbolic. It’s more than a Southern classic—it’s a drink loaded with charm, tradition, and the slow burn of luxury. Served in a chilled silver cup and overflowing with crushed ice and fresh mint, it’s refreshing,…
Few cocktails have the effortless sophistication of an Old Fashioned. It’s one of the oldest mixed drinks in history—simple, bold, and built on the idea that great things don’t need embellishment. But thanks to Mad Men and the ever-dapper Don Draper, the Old Fashioned experienced a serious revival, bringing mid-century cool back into modern cocktail…
The John Collins is a classic cocktail that combines the bright, tangy flavor of fresh lemon juice with the smooth, subtle sweetness of gin or whiskey, topped off with club soda for a refreshing, fizzy finish. It’s a deliciously balanced drink, perfect for warm weather and casual gatherings. The John Collins is often compared to…