The Whiskey Toddy With all of the rain here this week, we are reaching for something warmer. Nothing beats back cold rain like a warm cocktail. The king of warm cocktails is undeniably the hot toddy. Its roots reach back to colonial India where the British appropriated a local beverage made from fermented palm sap… Continue reading BH Month, Day 29 – Hot Whiskey Toddy
Whiskey Sour The Whiskey Sour is a classic cocktail that is often overlooked. Generally speaking, the Sour Family is one of the oldest categories of cocktails known. They are made from spirit, sugar, and citrus juice. The Sour can trace its roots back to early maritime practices of including alcohol as a sailor’s rations,… Continue reading BH Month, Day 27 – Whiskey Sour
Derby Days Are Here Again Derby Days Are Here Again was a true collaboration between co-founders Jennifer and Brent. It was inspired by two horse track classics- the Mint Julep and the Brown Derby. We love both of these cocktails but felt that the Brown Derby could be a little underwhelming sometimes, whereas the mint… Continue reading BH Month, Day 25 – Derby Days Are Here Again
Mulled Wine Mulled wine originated in the 2nd century by the Romans who would heat wine to defend their bodies against the cold winter. As its popularity continued to grow throughout the middle ages, Europeans would mix heated wine with spices because they believed it would promote health and avoid sickness. They would also use… Continue reading BH Month, Day 24 – Mulled Wine
Buongiorno Brunch cocktails are one of our favorite things here at Make & Muddle. Personally, we love brunch and starting the day off with a cocktail never hurts anyone’s feelings. We also especially like the challenge of creating a lighter, brighter cocktail that eases you in. Mimosas are great, but a little tired, and sometimes… Continue reading BH Month, Day 23 – Buongiorno
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