This potent blend of scotch whisky and Drambuie was a favourite of the Rat Pack back in the 1960s, giving them the dutch courage they needed for their outrageous exploits whilst ensuring they kept their air of suaveness and sophistication.…
Non-alcoholic (NoABV) Drinks for your #Dryuary
January 10, 2020 by elana Leave a Comment What might have seemed like a gimmick years ago, now is an established period of reset for many drinkers. If you’re opting to try a #Dryuary yourself, we’ve got a few non-alcoholic…
Five New Years Tips for Amateur Mixologists
If your new years’ resolution is to learn how to mix cocktails like the professionals, then we are here to help! Here are some useful tips and tricks of the trade that you can use at home to create beverages…
Alexandre Gabriel – On the Record
One of my favorite things about writing Cocktail Wonk is the opportunity to sit down with key people in the rum industry and go deep with geeky questions of interest to rum enthusiasts. Without any space constraints, I can let…
Dashfire Canned Cocktails
Dashfire has been making cocktail bitters for several years, and has entered the ready-to-drink cocktail space now with several canned drinks that you simply chill and pour. Now, we’re talking about simple cocktails that are about as simple as it…
Cocktail Wonk Top Ten Stories of 2019
It’s time once again for my year-end roundup of the most important Cocktail Wonk stories of the year – 2019 Edition! Despite my lest frequent posting in 2019, it was an extremely busy year, and my first full year focusing…
Partridge In A Cherry Tree cocktail
On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me this Partridge in A Cherry Tree cocktail! Or at least I hope he does! This cheery winter sipper is cherry forward, flecked with chocolate given way to bright…
Happy Holidays from Stir and Strain! And a wonderful New Year!
December 23, 2019 by elana Leave a Comment We’re signing off through the end of the year to enjoy some much needed time with family and friends. Thank you to all of you who have stopped by the site, made…
Rum Rum Rudolph cocktail- Rum & Ruby Port Cocktail
Oooh so they were singing run this whole time & not RUM, whoooops! I’m just going to leave it as I thought in my head because honestly it’s better. This Rum Rum Rudolph cocktail is tart, fruity, filled with…
Great Cringe-Free Gifts for Rum Enthusiasts
Picking out a gift for a friend or family member who loves rum, but you’re not a rum expert yourself? This short guide has your dilemma in mind! In what follows, you’ll find concrete recommendations for readily available rums that…