VinePair

MAY 1, 2025

That profile makes this a great selection for highballs and Margaritas, while the price bolsters its selection as a cocktail staple. And while this is an expensive reposado, its an exceptional sipping spirit one that easily goes toe-to-toe with similarly priced and much older whiskeys , Cognacs , and brandies in general.

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VinePair

AUGUST 5, 2024

Bartenders have long toyed with the Mule’s component parts, subbing its vodka base for gin , Jamaican rum, Pimm’s , apple brandy , mezcal , or bourbon, and zhuzhing its flavor profile with everything from absinthe to raspberries, hibiscus, peach schnapps, and sarsaparilla. This doesn’t always spring from the minds of barkeeps, either.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

At VinePair, we cover trends and developments in whiskey over the course of any given year, both via news and feature articles , as well as dedicated buying guides. Its 44 percent ABV ensures that it will shine as either a neat pour or the base of summertime highballs. The best Japanese whisky is The Hakushu Single Malt Aged 12 Years.

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VinePair

APRIL 17, 2024

Orlando filled the little space he had to the gills with spirits and liqueurs that showcase terroir; mezcal , r(h)um, brandy, and an extensive shelf dedicated to eaux de vie. The article Building a Purpose-Driven Backbar with Nightmoves’ Orlando Franklin McCray appeared first on VinePair. Stir to combine and enjoy.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

It is thought that the elixir was intended to be mixed with brandy. Ingredients: 1 part Drambuie 1 part Tequila 1 part Coffee 1 part Grapefruit juice Method: Pour all the ingredients over ice in a rocks glass or slim highball and stir. Read the full article at The Ultimate Guide To Drambuie + Coffee Cocktails

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Advanced Mixology

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This article presents seven captivating absinthe cocktails to enliven your bar collection. In a highball glass, muddle fresh mint leaves to release aromatic oils. Combine 1 part of white rum,1 part of Grenadine, 1 of Absinthe Original, 1 of Apricot brandy, and 3 of orange juice. Sip slowly and let the flavors unfold.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Highballs at Kiko When dining out in the depths of winter, an often unspoken yet wildly important factor in choosing a restaurant is its warmth. Our favorite was the Nashi Highball, made with Japanese whisky , sherry , ginger, and pear cider. The article What to Drink in NYC Right Now (February 2025) appeared first on VinePair.

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Prior to World War I, a shake might be made with brandy, gin, or another ardent spirit. Shakes of the 1880s and 90s were called that because their ingredients were shaken manually in tumblers and jars, or in patented, hand-cranked mechanical agitators such as James Tufts 1884 Lightning Shaker.

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VinePair

MAY 23, 2024

It’s aged in a mix of European and American sherry-seasoned casks and the peat is present but balanced, so I find it fun to mix with other whiskies and fruit brandies like bonded apple brandy.” Though it is not the cheapest, it creates exotic and complex sours, highballs, and Negronis.” It’s a slam-dunk no matter the cocktail.”

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

But double the mint and muddle it in a highball glass before adding simple syrup, fresh lime juice, and rum in place of gin, and you’ll have yourself a Mojito. Opt for brandy , lemon juice, and a chilled coupe sans ice and it’s a Sidecar. In the mood for tequila instead?

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VinePair

MARCH 13, 2024

That phenomenon eventually gave way to the advent of the flip in 1874, which was first documented as a shaken cocktail with a whole egg, sugar, brandy or gin , and garnished with nutmeg. Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice. The article 10 Guinness Cocktails to Upgrade Your St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 26, 2023

While some recipes call for the cocktail to be served in a highball, we recommend sending your Air Mail out in a Champagne flute to stay true to its French roots. Sticking true to the former’s build, the Jack Rose Royale pairs Laird’s Straight Apple Brandy and juicy grenadine before lemon juice is added to brighten things up a bit.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Since the drink was so powerful — with a blend of three types of rum, apricot brandy , falernum liqueur, grenadine, lime, and pineapple juice — Beach was known to only serve two per customer, which only made it all the more appealing. As the establishment was a hotspot for local celebrities, the drink immediately caught some attention.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

See Recipe The Perfect Pear While Scotch may not be the first spirit you think of when you think “daytime cocktail,” this seasonal highball bursting with autumnal aromas of cinnamon and pear is sure to prove you wrong. See Recipe Autumn Daiquiri If you thought brandy was exclusively only for your older relatives, think again.

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Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Whether it’s bourbon, rum, gin, brandy, or wine, getting a little help from a spirited ingredient can be just the ticket. Gin & Tonic Cake The spirit of a classic highball in a show-stopping cake. Apple Brandy Canels An autumnal take on the traditional French pastry. Sometimes you just want to go all in on dessert.

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Brooklyn Special Cherry rounds out the coffee and cola notes in this whiskey highball. Honey Baked Apples Foxtail’s autumnal apple cocktail builds on the classic Saratoga with seasonal ingredients apple brandy, apple cider, and cranberries. But the addition of Fernet Branca makes it the perfect way to end a meal.

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 14, 2025

Dubois, 110 cases of brandy from H. Woolner, it was reported, was drinking hot whiskey and water; others had highballs. She grew seasick and another lifeboat passenger pulled out a silver flask with a cup top and offered a sip of brandy. Hollander, and 15 cases of Cognac from Van Renssaller. It was the R.M.S.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

At the time, brandy wasn’t particularly new. French brandy production dates to the 1300s and started out, like a lot of other spirits, as something intended for medicinal purposes. This article is sponsored by Rémy Martin. The article Rémy Martin Turns 300: Celebrating Three Centuries of Excellence appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

It is perhaps the boldest booze move the city’s drinking landscape has seen since Joe Heron decided to open brandy distillery Copper & Kings a decade ago. The article At Cocktail Bars Across the Country, Scotch Gets a New Lease On Life appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Ingredients 1 ¼ ounces Horse Soldier Signature Small Batch bourbon ¾ ounce apple brandy ⅓ ounce cinnamon syrup 2 dashes orange bitters 8-10 sage leaves Garnish: Sage sprig and grated cinnamon Directions Lightly spank sage leaves to release their essence and pack them in the bottom of a highball glass.

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VinePair

APRIL 3, 2025

It is overproof, but its extremely soft, says Sarah Morrissey, bar director at Le Veau dOr, where the house Martini cheekily titled our way on the menu calls for 2 and a half ounces of Old Raj to a half-ounce of dry vermouth, and comes with a highball sidecar of vermouth and Vichy water. It makes a very beautiful Martini.

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VinePair

MAY 15, 2025

The simple highball consists of tequila, lime juice, crme de cassis, and a splash of ginger beer, making it a refreshing respite from its rum-based cohorts. Serve it in a highball glass or a footed Hurricane just like they do at the Raffles. Garnishes also vary, but often bartenders top the drink with a mint sprig and an orange wedge.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 24, 2024

A Spanish, wine-based bitter red aperitivo, this liqueur is fruity and light, and ideal for simple summer highballs. Produced with eau-de-vie, brandy , and heirloom peaches from the heart of Frances Rhne Valley, this French liqueur captures the pure essence of ripe, peak-season peaches from nose to finish. How do you serve liqueur?

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or a curious enthusiast, this article will empower you to push the boundaries of what's possible behind the bar, crafting cocktails that are as visually stunning as they are flavor-packed. In a large bowl or pitcher, combine the cooled milk mixture, rum, brandy, and lemon juice.

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