Vesper Martini

Pay tribute to iconic and classic spy, 007 with his signature cocktail, Vesper Martini.  It was in 1953's Casino Royale, that James Bond ordered Vesper and it is still one of Martini drinkers favorites.

It's combination of 3 parts gin, 2 parts vodka and 1/2 part Lillet Blanc, stirred with ice and served. Click here to see the recipe: http://www.cocktailpros.com/vesper

Classic Dubonnet Cocktail Recipe

If you are a fan of Martinis, you will enjoy this classic drink.  The Dubonnet Cocktail is believed to be a favorite of Queen Elizabeth II and her mother, who preferred it served on the rocks. It's not as famous as before and mostly served chilled on martini glass.  

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 ounces gin
• 3/4 ounce Dubonnet Rouge
• 1 dash of bitters

Preparation:

1. Pour the ingredients into a mixing glass with ice cubes.
2. Stir well.
3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
4. Garnish with the lemon twist.

Long Island Iced Tea Cocktail Recipe

Originally, Long Island Iced Tea was created by Robert Butt, a bartender at Oak Beach Inn, in Long Island.  He made this drink at a triple sec competition in 1972 which became an immediate hit and became the house specialty drink at the Oak Beach Inn.  Quickly, in 1980's, it became famous all over the world and every bar and club were serving millions of them each year.  

It may look like an ice tea that your grandma made in hot summer time but it has five different alcohols mixed into one.

Here are the ingredients for the original Long Island Iced Tea:

1 part Absolut Vodka
1 part Tanqueray Gin
1 part Bacardi White Rum
1 part Jose Quervo Tequila
1/2 part DeKuyper Triple Sec
1/2 part Finest Call Sweet and Sour mix

You pour all the ingredients into a glass full with ice. Top it with coke and stir. 

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How to Make Jello Shots

Jello Shots are fun drinks and party favorites for many regardless of age.  They are colorful, tasty and ideal for any gathering of friends such as pool parties or birthdays.

It's easy to mix and it may take about 3 hours or more to get the shots ready.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz. of vodka 
• 3 oz. of Jell-O or any flavored Gelatin
• 8 oz. of boiling water
• 4 oz. of cold water - 

Direction:

Mix the boiling water with Jello and stir till dissolved.  Let is cool down a little while stirring.  Add the chilled vodka and cold water and stir to mix.  Pour the content into shot glasses and keep it in refrigerator till it's solid.   Cheers

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Cocktail Recipes - Three Spirit Forward Cocktails

What are you drinking tonight?  It's a question that we ask all of our readers and we want to inspire them to try new exciting drinks.  Whether you like Martinis, classic drink or like to sip on a fine scotch whiskey, we want to bring you new ideas.  So I thought we should write about couple of strong spirit forward cocktails.

The Symphony

It's a simple drink created by Tim Cooper.  It's a mixture of Brandy, mescal and sherry but it's very strong and complex.  Click here to see the recipe

Head of Steam

This is an Irish whiskey based drink with vermouth and sherry.  There are few different ways to make Head of Steam but this particular recipe is by Pamela Witznitzel.  Check out the recipe at http://www.cocktailpros.com/head-steam

Sazerac

Now this is a very popular rye whiskey drink that was originally made by Cognac.  The rye version was made in a coffee house in New Orleans.  Check out the recipe at http://www.cocktailpros.com/sazerac

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So until next time, Cheers and stay safe

What Is The Best Vodka? 11 Best Vodka

Both the Polish and the Russians tell you they are the creators Vodka. None of us were around in those days however it is said that vodka reached Russia from Poland, hence the debate remains over who actually discovered it and which brand is the finest vodka.

Now I've sampled a bunch of vodka. There are lists throughout the web on which brand is the greatest. Now seeing as this is all reliant on opinion, I chose to throw my hat into the ring and tell you the best from my point of view.

There are plenty of of these clear liquors in the world and nobody has tried them all. But here are my best choices: 

11. Grey Goose Vodka

• Distilled From: Wheat
• Times Distilled: 5X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Picardy, France
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $36

  10. Ultimat Vodka

 

• Distilled From: Wheat
• Times Distilled: 4X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Poland
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $46

  9. Monopolowa Vodka

• Distilled From: Potatoes
• Times Distilled: 3X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Austria
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $19

  8. Snow Queen Organic Vodka

• Distilled From: Organic Wheat
• Times Distilled: 5X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Kazakhstan
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $43

7. Reyka Vodka

   

• Distilled From: Wheat
• Times Distilled: 6X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Iceland
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $24

6. Russian Standard Vodka

• Distilled From: Wheat
• Times Distilled: 8X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Moscow, Russia
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $22

5. Belvedere Vodka

• Distilled From: Rye
• Times Distilled: 4X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Zyrardow, Poland
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $40

4. Heavy Water Vodka

• Distilled From: Wheat
• Times Distilled: 6X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Sweden
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $38

3. Stolichnaya Elit Vodka

• Distilled From: Grain
• Times Distilled: 4X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Latvia
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $60

 

2. Kauffman Luxury Vintage Vodka

 

• Distilled From: Wheat
• Times Distilled: 14X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Moscow, Russia
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $99-$400 (Price Varies Depending on Vintage)

 

1. Ketel One Vodka

 

• Distilled From: Wheat
• Times Distilled: 3X
• ABV: 40%
• Region: Schiedam, Holland
• Approximate Cost per Bottle (1 Liter): $35

Learn more about Ketel One Vodka

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