We are in Verona and stopped in at this lovely cocktail bar in the main Piazza called Dal Medico. We came here last night pre-dinner and the owner took us downstairs to see the up and coming “Speak-Easy” with the original Roman stones and road under the current square. Some great cocktails on both nights….
Author: Mr. Cock & Tails
Apricole Swizzle
From Rebecca Carriere on Tiki RecipesA Facebook group. Second on the menu tonight is this drink.It’s a harder taste than the first, but showcases the Agricole so well. 60ml unaged Agricole – I used Clement 15ml Orgeat 15ml lemon juice 15ml Apricot Liqueur- I used a homemade one, recipe recommended Giffard’s 6-10 dashes Angostura Bitters…
Lei Lani Volcano
Recipe from Katie Lowe on Tiki RecipesA Facebook group. We had a friend pop around this evening, so decided on this drink, which features guava nectar as it’s primary flavour. It also has coconut rum as well (I’m never a huge fan of coconut rum, but the prime imbiber is). It’s definitely fruity, and also…
Berry Sangria
Then we went with some fresh summery Sangria to accompany our Tex Mex. Berry delicious! 610 g cubed seedless watermelon (3 cups)455 g strawberries stems removed120 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice750 ml pinot grigio240 ml strawberry vodka120 ml triple sec170 ml simple syrup1 lemon sliced1 orange sliced150 g Blueberries Place watermelon cubes in a blender;…
Blueberry Peach Mojito
We had some friends around last night. One had a somewhat belated birthday celebration. And as I was going with TexMex flavoured food, I thought it should be accompanied by something summery and fresh. The birthday boy brought his own cake, which was also decidedly delicious. 100gm granulated sugar 125ml water 159gm Blueberries peaches 1…
Staycation
From Damon BaconIn Tiki Recipes a Facebook group. I guess most of us have had a staycation in the last year and a half nearly, now. But for us here in Europe, things are starting to open up again. And we are busy planning where to go next, what to see, asking for quirky/funky bar…
Summer’s Negroni
Recipe by thehobbydrinkchefOn Instagram This was the third and final show closer for the day. I’ve made this little delight before. It’s such a refreshingly delightful drink. Filled with the floral notes of the strawberries, and the taste, counterbalanced by the Campari and the rhubarb.A perfect finish for a great day. It was a very…
Be Salty
Recipe from Joshua CastilleroOn Craft Cocktail Club -Facebook group. Second on the list for this afternoon. 120ml Fresh Watermelon Juice 30ml Aged Rum- I used Rum Bar Gold 30ml Reposado Tequila- I used 1800 30ml Fresh Lime Juice 22.5ml Midori-I used de Kuypers Watermelon Liqueur Saline or salt, to taste (I used 2 tsp of…
Punch 145
Recipe from Riley Joseph Murphy VogelTiki Recipes- Facebook group. We had our neighbours over for a gay afternoon of drinks and chat. It’s hot, humid and intermittent showers here in downtown Amsterdam. But after a lovely day at an art show with another friend, we thought cocktails was a great way to round the weekend…
Watermelon Basil Mescal Margarita
I was looking for a summer drink for this evening, but in usual downtown Amsterdam style, it’s kind of hot ( by Amsterdam standards) and very humid. I think we could be in for storms. I found this recipe online, while perusing ideas for watermelon and mint combos. This is watermelon and basil though, with…
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