Sommelier Tries Every Costco Liquor | World of Wine | (Bon Appétit)

 Now, this is a pretty cool video. I remember like over a decade ago my family would get the Costco vodka. The rumor was that it was like store-brand version of Grey Goose. However, it was not half bad. It was pretty smooth for the price point and it was nearly identical in a libation. Here Andre, the Sommelier, is actually doing a taste test (neat at that) of all the Costco-based spirits. Check it out: 

3x CACHAÇA Cocktails ★ Featuring Novo Fogo Cachaca - The Progress Bar

 I haven't had Cachaca in quite some time. It's still a bit expensive to get here in the states, even more of the bottom grade stuff. However, I'm trying to get some quality stuff just since the weather is getting nice. Anyway, peep some of the amazing libations below: 

BATIDA ROSA (1:00) Recipe by Jeffrey Morganthaler. 2 oz (60 ml) Cachaça 1 oz (30 ml) Lemon Juice 1 oz (30 ml) Pineapple Juice .75 oz (22.5 ml) Grenadine .50 oz (22.5 ml) Rich Simple Syrup Shake into wine glass Top w/Sparkling water Garnish w/Lemon peel Enjoy responsibly! CALDO DE CAÑA (4:22) Recipe by Jesse Vida at Blacktail in NYC. 1 oz (30 ml) Cachaça 1 oz (30 ml) Blanc Vermouth 1 oz (30 ml) Pineapple Juice .50 oz (15 ml) Lime Juice .50 oz (15 ml) Rich Simple Syrup 1 dash Absinthe Shake into rocks glass Top w/Sparkling water Garnish w/Lime wheel Enjoy responsibly! CANEFLOWER (7:56) Recipe by Jeffrey Morganthaler. 1.5 oz (45 ml) Cachaça .75 oz (22.5 ml) Aperol .50 oz (15 ml) Elderflower Liqueur Stir into cocktail glass Garnish w/lemon peel

Cameron's Kick cocktail recipe (Steve the Bartender)

 Now, this is pretty interesting. I've never seen a split between Scotch whisky and Irish whiskey in one drink before. I actually want to try this one day and see how it pairs up.

Recipe:

30 ml Scotch whisky 30 ml Irish whiskey 15 ml lemon juice 15 ml orgeat

3 Cocktail Recipes To Try This Spring (Anders Erickson)

 With the weather starting to warm up, people are looking to have a good time and enjoy a great libation. Social gatherings, parties, and picturesque views in the background all just give this element of leisure. What better than to have the perfect cocktail in hand to set things off, right? 

Mr. Erickson has provided us with some amazing heat to provide that liquid courage for us all. One of them is a throwback and the other are two originals. Check them out below: 

THE BARBACK’S REVENGE RECIPE 1 oz. El Dorado 8 Year Rum 1 oz. Bénédictine DOM 1/2 oz. Lustau Los Arcos Amontillado Sherry 1 oz. cold brew concentrate Expressed lemon oil THE AVIATION RECIPE 2 oz. St. George Botanivore Gin 1/4 oz. Rothman and Winter Crème de Violette 1/4 oz. Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur 1/2 oz. Fresh lemon juice Expressed lemon oil & cocktail cherry for garnish THE SPRING FORWARD RECIPE 1 strawberry (muddled) 1/2 oz. semi-rich simple syrup (1.5:1 sugar:water) 1 oz. Barsol Pisco Quebranta 1/2 oz. Plymouth Gin 3/4 oz. Cocchi Americano Bianco 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice Basil garnish

The Brown Derby Cocktail, LA's Vintage Cocktail (Dr. Cush's Exotic Cocktails)

 I love libations with a bit of history and flair to them. This is a simple drink, but the ingredients are top-notch and it helps that there's some reference to yesteryear. I'd def drink this on a rainy day here. 

1.5 oz. 100 Proof Bourbon 1 oz Grapefruit Juice .5 oz. Honey Syrup

Trying St. Patrick's Day (Anders Erickson)

This is perfect. Right in time for St. Paddy's weekend! Also, can't forget the TikTok ban, so I'm curious to see how many of these libations will appear before it happens. 

Life On The D-List (The Educated Barfly)

 Interesting name and concept. But you can see why in the video and the number of libations below.

Recipe Obituary cocktail 2 1/2oz (75ml) London Dry gin 1/2oz (15ml) Dry Vermouth 6 Dashes Absinthe Lemon Twist and discard Pauline 1 1/2oz (45ml) Jamaica Rum 3/4oz (22ml) Lemon Juice 1/2oz (15ml) Rich Simple Syrup 1 Dash Orange Bitters 2 Drops 20% Saline Solution Absinthe Rinse Grated Nutmeg Garnish Widow’s Kiss Cocktail 1 1/2oz (45ml) Applejack 1/2oz (15ml) Cognac 1/4oz (7.5ml) Benedictine 1/4oz (7.5ml) Yellow Chartreuse

The Flaming Spanish Coffee (Anders Erickson)

It's funny how this is actually not Spanish recipe, per se, but it does have influence from Spanish (look up the Carajillo). Still an absolutely amazing libation with some incredible ingredients.

Recipe

3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Hamilton 151 Demerara Overproof Rum 1 oz. (30 ml) St. George NOLA Coffee Liqueur 1/2 oz. (15 ml) Marie Brizard Orange Curaçao 2-3 oz. (60-90 ml) hot coffee Top with heavy cream (lightly whipped) Grated nutmeg & burnt sugared rim for garnish

5 Classy Scotch Cocktails That Actually Taste Good (Anders Erickson)

When it comes to scotch, cocktails aren't really what you think of. I mean, most people either sip it on ice or neat. So, this is actually a breath of fresh air to show you can actually make some unique drinks. Check it out: 

THE MORNING GLORY FIZZ RECIPE

1 egg white OR 3/4 oz (22.5 ml) aquafaba for egg free 2 oz. (60 ml) Auchentoshan 12 Year Single Malt Scotch 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) fresh lemon juice 1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) fresh lime juice 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) semi-rich simple syrup (1.5:1 sugar:water) 1 bar spoon (5ml) St. George Absinthe Verte 1 oz. (30 ml) Topo Chico sparkling mineral water Expressed orange oil THE AFFINITY COCKTAIL RECIPE 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Talisker 10 Year Single Malt Scotch 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Cocchi Vermouth di Torino 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Dolin Blanc Vermouth de Chambéry 2 dashes Angostura Bitters Expressed lemon oil THE BOBBY BURNS RECIPE 2 oz. (60 ml) Aberfeldy 12 Year Single Malt Scotch 1 oz. (30 ml) Cocchi Vermouth di Torino 1/2 oz. (15 ml) Bénédictine D.O.M. Expressed lemon oil THE PENICILLIN RECIPE 3-4 slices of ginger, muddled 2 oz. (60 ml) Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Whisky 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) honey syrup (3:1 honey:water) 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) fresh lemon juice 1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) Laphroaig 10 Year Single Malt Scotch Candied ginger for garnish THE TARTAN COCKTAIL RECIPE 1.5 oz. (45 ml) Edradour 10 Year Single Malt Scotch 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Cocchi Vermouth di Torino 1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) Drambuie 1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) Ramazzotti Amaro 1-2 dashes Angostura Bitters Expressed orange oil & swath for garnish

The Lonely Penguin (Anders Erickson)

This looks exquisite. I love the ingredients, the color and the general presentation.

Recipe

1.5 oz. (45 ml) Rittenhouse 100 proof Rye Whiskey 1/2 oz. (15 ml) Combier Crème de Mûre 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) cream of coconut* 3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) fresh lemon juice 1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) semi-rich simple syrup (1.5:1 sugar:water) 2 dashes Angostura Aromatic Bitters 2 cocktail cherries (eyes), orange wedge (beak), 2 pineapple fronds (flippers), & cocktail umbrella for garnish (arranged to look like a penguin)

The Revolver Cocktail (Common Man Cocktails)

 This looks really good. Whiskey and coffee go together like peanut butter and jelly. 

2.0 oz Rye Whiskey 0.5 oz Coffee Liqueur 2 dashes Orange Bitters

5 Beer Margarita (Tipsy Bartender)

 This is an awesome drink, def Super Bowl ready! 

Recipe

Tequila

Triple Sec

Lime Juice

Sweet and Sour 

Orange Juice

Pineapple Juice

5 Beers

Blueberry Liqueur 

The Ultimate Pornstar Martini (Steve the Bartender)

 Great name for an amazing libation! I love these variations as well. Salute to Steve for putting together. 

THE ORIGINAL PORNSTAR MARTINI Douglas Ankrah, The Townhouse London, 2003 - 1 ½ oz / 45 ml Absolut vanilla - ½ oz / 15 ml passion fruit liqueur, passoa or de kuyper - 2 oz / 60 ml passion fruit puree - 2 barspoons vanilla sugar - 2 oz / 60 ml Champagne - Garnish - half passion fruit ONLY FANS MARTINI Kevin Beary, Chicago - 2 oz / 60 ml vanilla-infused cachaca, preferably Avua Prata - ¾ oz / 22.5 ml cane syrup - ½ oz / 15 ml lemon juice - ½ oz / 15 ml passion fruit puree - 2 oz / 60 ml Champagne - Garnish - pineapple wedge, orchid 🏆 PORNSTAR MARTINI Brian Evans, NYC - ½ a passion fruit - 1 ¾ oz / 52.5 ml vodka, preferably Suntory Haku - ½ oz / 15 ml Cointreau - ¾ oz / 22.5 ml lime juice - ½ oz / 15 ml unsweetened passion fruit puree - ½ oz / 15 ml vanilla bean simple syrup - 3 oz / 90 ml Mumm Champagne - Garnish - half passion fruit

Moose Milk (Tipsy Bartender)

This is an epic dessert drink. If anyone is lactose intolerant, please don't try it (at least if you're out and about). 

Recipe

Cruzan Rum

Gold Vodka

Kahlua

Bumbu Creme

Godiva Dark Chocolate Liqueur

Bailey's Irish Cream

Bailey's Chocolate Liqueur

Vanilla Extract 

Caribbean Iced Tea (Tipsy Bartender)

 I'm so glad Skyy John is going back to the old format of the Tipsy days. This is actually pretty awesome. Love this idea of a Caribbean style iced tea. Peep it. 

Recipe

Vodka

Tequila

Gin

Coconut Rum

Coconut Syrup

Pineapple Juice

Blue Curacao