In this episode of How to Drink, I’m whipping up a Smoked Rosemary Gin & tonic that will keep you chill and refreshed throughout the hot summer days! Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making a Whiskey Sour - a classic cocktail that has been around since the 1800s and still enjoyed to this day. Sours are a class of drinks that combine spirit, sugar, egg whites and citrus into a delicious frothy libation. This is a drink that you aren’t going to want to put down, and keep coming back for more. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink,I’m making a classic cocktail from the 1920’s called a French 75. It’s famous for knocking people off their feet like the artillery it takes it’s name from. Earlier versions of the French 75 called for a few dashes of Absinthe, which I tried and highly encourage because it is outstanding! Give it a shot and let me know what you think. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making a cocktail called the Ramos Gin Fizz that was made famous by Henry C. Ramos in New Orleans in the 1880’s. There aren’t many heavy cream cocktails like this one and after taking a sip you will understand why: it’s delicious. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making a classic cocktail that dates back to the 1800’s known as a Manhattan. This simple cocktail is hard to beat and lives up to the long, rich history behind it with it’s simple ingredients of Rye, Vermouth, and Bitters. Next time you’re home making cocktails give the Manhattan a shot, you won’t be disappointed. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making a Sidecar, a drink that was born during the prohibition but still enjoyed to this day. I find these to be very easy to drink and very popular when entertaining guests! Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m showing you how you can make a simple syrup like Orgeat in your own home. I recommend making your own syrup because it is quick, easy, and a lot cheaper then going out and buying some!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making one of my favorite cocktails: the Mai Tai. The Mai Tai may be the pinnacle of Tiki glory and made the way Vic Bergeron invented it in 1944 with a balanced, spirit forward, glass of pure magic. Next time you find yourself at a Tiki Bar, or hosting a Tiki party make sure you have yourself a Mai Tai. You won’t regret it. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making a Negroni, an Italian classic cocktail. This cocktail is quick and simple to make with an incredible taste! Ever find yourself imagining sitting on the Italian coastline make sure to grab a Negroni, sit back and enjoy. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making some homemade Gomme or Gum syrup. A lot of older recipes call for Gomme or Gum syrup, which is nothing more than a simple syrup thickened with the addition of Gum Arabic. Most times you will use plain simple syrup, but if you have an interest in making some Gomme Syrup it’s pretty easy to do. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making Pineapple Infused Simple Syrup. It’s incredibly easy to infuse flavors into simple syrup, and you can infuse pretty much any flavor that you want! Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making a Clover Club Cocktail, which is a classic and unique cocktail in the sour family that combines Gin, Raspberry, Lemon and Egg White into a refreshing libation. The Clover Club was invented in Philadelphia at the Clover Club where it was the club’s house drink hence the name! Next time you’re in Philly, or just want a taste of old Philadelphia give the Clover Club a try. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m revisiting the Aviation cocktail and making a bit different this time. Last Aviation I made I stirred it with Creme Yvette, which you all kindly pointed out was wrong. So this time I am using Creme de Violet, which is the correct and original ingredients. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m making a classic cocktail, the Whiskey Smash. This one goes back to the birth of modern cocktails in the 1860’s when Jerry Thomas published “The Bon Vivant’s Companion.” It’s quite a bit like a Mint Julep when you get right down to it, though much less sweet than most of the Juleps I’ve had. This a cocktail that you can not go wrong with and will most likely always enjoy. Cheers!

In this episode of How to Drink, I’m taking a look at a cocktail known as the Fog Cutter. This Tiki cocktail is a version of the Tony Ramos 1947 recipe of the Fog Cutter, which I really enjoy! You can never go wrong when choosing this Tiki cocktail, so give it a try! Cheers!