Rhode Island seems to be a sleepy little state nestled amongst giants like New York and Massachusetts. One of the state’s quirks is the drink called the cabinet which to the rest of North America is called a milkshake or ice cream shake. The Coffee Cabinet (or coffee milk) is the states official drink. Why do they call them cabinets […]
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History of the Milkshake
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Cream soda has a long history and was the soda fountain drink that influenced the ice cream float and the milkshake.
Cream Syrup
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B-52 Shot
A properly made shot can make a fun night even more enjoyable, and the B-52 shot meets all the criteria because it is tasty, easy to drink and has eye appeal.
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Can you make non-alcoholic aromatic bitters? Yes you can with this relatively easy recipe.
Fallen Angel Cocktail
A great name for a cocktail, but like the original recipe is a bit of a disappointment, but with a few adjustments it can be fantastic.
Crème de Menthe
Making your own creme de menthe can really improve the quality of the cocktails you make.
Mart Ackerman’s Saloon (Toronto, 1855)
The history of cocktails would be quiet boring with out the accompanying saloons. This one, from Toronto, is interesting because it had an expansive cocktail list back in 1855.
Cream of Coconut Recipe
Have you ever wondered how they make that delicious creme of coconut used in a Pina Colada? Here is the reverse-engineered DIY recipe that is as easy to make as simple syrup.
Pina Colada Recipe
Possibly the most recognizable Caribbean cocktail, and for good reason, the Pina Colada combines rum, coconut and pineapple—what’s not to like?
Lemon Phosphate Soda
When flavoured soda water became a thing, lemon was the preferred choice. In fact, it was the most popular flavour for 30 years. Modern variations of this classic flavour include Sprite and 7-Up.