Here’s a cocktail for all of you White Russian lovers, only this one’s better. This is the classic Brandy Milk Punch, but most people drop the word Brandy and just call it a Milk Punch. The recipe dates to somewhere between the 1600-1700s, ...
What’s all the buzz about cocktails these days? If you are one of those people who asks, “What buzz?” you might want to put down your hefty Cali Cab or the latest infused vodka for just a moment and read on. Don’t get me wrong, I love a ...
Lewisville, Texas, is probably the last place you’d look for handcrafted vodka, and yet here it is. A nondescript commercial building is home to the DeLos Vodka distillery. It’s also home to some serious passion, commitment and quality- and ...
Designated Drivers, you can relax. The best New Year’s Eve drink doesn’t have a lick of alcohol. One of my favorite drinks to serve on NYE harkens back to one of America’s first true “soft drinks.” It’s called a Horse’s Neck, and it ...
A good Champagne adds sparkle to your day. A great Champagne transforms your whole attitude. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse, where I am a sommelier, is offering one of my favorites by the glass for only $32. That may sound like a lot, but it’s ...
I’ll choose herbal and spicy over syrupy or sugary any day. Vermouth, be it white or red, dry or sweet, alone or in a cocktail, fits right in my comfort zone. Vermouth is a fortified wine that is aged in barrels with herbs and botanicals ...
(With apologies to Sinatra…) Got my tweeds pressed, got on my best vest, all I need now is … a really good bottle of wine. So you arrive at your new favorite restaurant, get seated at a prime-time table, and the waiter hands you the ...