Cocktail of the Day
21st of September 2025
Today is World Paloma Day, so we are drinking a Paloma.
Plane Ryder
An appropriately named, rye whiskey-based Paper Plane. Simple and tasty. Go easy when expressing the twist; too much citrus oil detracts from this aperitivo
Blacksmith's Manhattan
A Manhattan with a steely edge, rye whiskey spice and herbal complexity drifts into a rye and cola-like finish.
Arawak
The original recipe calls for aromatic bitters, but this deliciously sherry-infused Rum Old Fashioned is better with the zesty freshness of orange bitters.
Royal Sovereign
A delicately bittersweet sour with the combination of lemon, sherry and aperitivo giving this cocktail a hue and flavour that's vaguely reminiscent of
Piccola Italia
Aromatic moscato grappa is the hero of this complex bittersweet aperitivo.
Penultimate Word
A bittersweet and sweet 'n' sour riff on a Last Word that's lighter and easier going than many others.
Edsel
A dry and mildly spicy Negroni Sbagliato variation.
Hasty
A 'Perfect' two-to-one Reverse Martini.
Webster Cocktail
Balanced, or even a tad on the sour side rather than sweet. Indeed, your choice of apricot liqueur will impact the need for added sugar. Adjust accordingly
Sgroppino / Sorbetto
Smooth and all too easy to quaff. A great dessert.
Mayflower Martini
Fragrant balance of fruits and flowers.
Vodka Sour
The bitters significantly contribute to this vodka-based sour.
Quince & Pear Daiquiri
Poire william eau de vie delicately influences this dual rum-based Daiquiri. If you prefer your Daiquiris on the tart side, and depending on your limes,
Pawlett Sour No. 2
Old tom gin provides the backbone to this tasty quince sour.
Georgetown Club
Rhum Agricole is a tasty addition to this cocktail, but your choice of base rum is what will make this Club special. Charles H. Baker specifies Cuban Bacardi,
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