Classic Cocktails

This is the drink. It was Ernest Hemmingway's favorite. (picture below) Looks pretty good when he's sober. But, good old Ernie was a drunk. One night at a Hollywood bar back in the '40's, he was...

Zinfandel wine is primarily popular as a white wine that contains a light, fruity taste. However, it is also used to create rose and blush wines as well. It is a beverage that compliments many...

A Brandy Julep is a classic drink of the deep south. It is great for slow sipping, since it is sweet but dark and has a little bite. It is easy to make and its unique flavors will surprise your...

Making a gin and tonic is probably one of the easiest drinks to prepare but still needs the right mix of gin, ice and tonic water. Add a garnish for that classic look with tips from a certified...

Making a wet martini, whether shaken or stirred, is a very basic and classic cocktail that requires some gin, vermouth and a glass. Mix up a classic martini with tips from a bartender in this free...

Preparing an ice bucket for champagne requires a bucket, some ice and a good bottle of champagne to keep it perfectly chilled for best enjoyment. Learn to properly chill some champagne and...

Drinking vodka can be done in a variety of ways from mixing it with fruit juices, tonic or soda water, or just adding an olive or two. Enjoy the Russian liquor with advice and tips from a...

Nothing is as refreshing for a cool summer drink as a mojito. Try adding a twist to his mojito recipe with the sweet flavors of mangoes.

Fall is a classic time for this timely cocktail called an old fashioned. It is a simple cocktail made with Old Fashioned Mix, your choice of whiskey or brandy alcohol. Here is the recipe to make...

The Long Island Iced Tea is a staple in the modern bar. The combination of over two ounces of liqueur and the great, sweet tea-like taste have made it a favorite among bar hoppers and party...

Nothing is as refreshing for a cool summer drink as a mojito. Try adding a twist with the sweet flavors of strawberries.

Everybody and his brother has a new or old solution to get rid of a hangover. My dad owned a bar/restaurant for many years; I saw my share of drunks while growing up. I often wondered how they...

The McCocktail is in full force these days, what with all these pre-made mixes. I and every true bar connoisseur must hearken back to the days of the True Host, who could offer any guest a...

Most drinks are simple and easy to make. You just pour, shake, and strain or even just pour. This drink is a layered drink which actually requires a little practice and skill to make! Not only...

All us Americans know the convenience of "cracking open" a beer and opening our beer bottles with the obligatory bottle-opener keychain we were given during our college days. Later, we...

Mint Mojitos are a classic, Cuban cocktail that are perfect for any occasion. Its a step aside from the usual bar and club drinks, but always a refreshing taste for a night of fun.

A mixed drink is any drink that combines liquor and a non-alcoholic beverage. This could range from the simple Screwdriver to the more complex Long Island Ice Tea, combining five different kinds...

A boilermaker variant, the Irish Car Bomb is a tasty beverage that, consumed quickly and with friends, promotes bonding, laughter, and the promise of a great night out made even better.

The classic southern libation is the Mint Julep. In America, the julep dates back to the Colonial Period when it was first introduced in the great southern states of Virginia, Kentucky, North...

Having a hangover is terrible. And when you have one, you want it to be gone NOW! Here are some tips try to get rid of your hangover!

My uncle loves this drink. He wants to make it all the time. And the name is unique. It's also a type of airplane. Finding a picture for this drink was some what hard. Please note that if you are...

This drink is no joke! There's a lot of liquor in there but it is the ultimate cocktail party essential. There's no tea but all the liquor together actually tastes like tea. Don't believe me? Read on.

Mudslides are a great dessert drink that can be made in a variety of ways. The core liquors in a mudslide are vodka, Kahlua, Bailey's, and these are almost always in equal parts. You can make...

A big pink Drink is a popular drink in the West coast for the ladies. It consists of Milk, rum and some coloring to make it pink. Tastes really good for the women and it won't get you tipsy and...

Largely known to be a cocktail drink for the "college kids" .50 caliber couldn't be more contrasting to that. It has a great mixture of strong brands that even college kids rarely...

English toffee is a delicious treat that is actually very easy to make at home. Although many people avoid making candy at home because they believe it will be difficult to make correctly, toffee...

El ron caliente a la mantequilla es una bebida de invierno que es fácil de hacer. Esta experimentada barman te dirá cuáles ingredientes usar y explicará el proceso de preparación de esta bebida...

Un daiquirí se puede preparar con diferentes sabores frapé y se hace con ron ligero. Esta experimentada barman explicará el proceso de preparación de esta bebida en este vídeo gratuito de...

El mojito es una bebida popular en la actualidad y es fácil de hacer con ron y menta. Esta experimentada barman explicará el proceso de preparación de esta bebida en este vídeo gratuito de...

Para preparar una piña colada necesitarás una licuadora para mezclar todos los ingredientes. Esta experimentada barman te dirá cuáles ingredientes usar y explicará el proceso de preparación de...

The Sour Death is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Pooh Bear is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Raging Indian is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Small Bomb Number Two is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home.Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Flaming Fruit Trees is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Flaming Huscroft is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Flaming Kevin is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Forest Fire is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Fiery Blue Mustang is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Fireball Shooter is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Flaming Blue is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Flaming D is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Concord is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The praeiebal (a Norwegian version of prairie fire) is a mixed drink with tequila that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Coon Dawg Punch is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Easy Does It is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Cherry Coke From Hell is a mixed drink with grain alcohol that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

The Pina Rita is a mixed drink with tequila that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how in this free video on bartending.

This is one popular drinks, especially for Sunday Brunch

The Manhattan may be the most popular of all the mixed drinks!! A cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, ice, and bitters. It has been coined the drinking man's cocktail because it is strong,...