Alcohol
Sparkling Julep
Mint julep + bubbly? This cocktail recipe combines the two delicious classics and is the ultimate way to celebrate.
By Talia BaiocchiPhotography by Michael Graydon Nikole Herriott
The Swing State Cocktail
This is one of the strongest, yet tastiest, cocktails we’ve ever created using ingredients inspired by swing states—just in time to help get you through the election.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Alex Lau
Salted Butterscotch
Like your desserts extra-salted? Just keep adding more and tasting the butterscotch until you reach your personal sweet-salty threshold.
By Claire SaffitzPhotography by Alex Lau
Cantaloupe-Studded Champagne Jelly
The only way to perfect cantaloupe jelly? Just add sparkling wine!
By Claire SaffitzPhotography by Alex Lau
Frosé (Frozen Rosé)
Choose a full-flavored, full-bodied, dark-colored rosé for freezing. You want something that can hold its own.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Alex Lau
Sparkling Grapefruit Cocktail
This beautiful, bubbly summertime drink is fancy enough to enjoy on your yacht… or inner tube!
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Alex Lau
Cosmopolitan
By Chris MoroccoPhotography by Ted Cavanaugh
Sidecar
There’s a simple structure behind all sours, a family of citrus-based cocktails.
By Chris MoroccoPhotography by Ted Cavanaugh
Spiked Hot Chocolate
Any dark caramel-flavored liquor will work with this; it’s particularly good with rye whiskey or rum.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Alex Lau
Manischewitz Spritz
This may just be the cocktail to end all Manischewitz jokes. You decide.
By Alison RomanPhotography by Jeremy Liebman
Rye Whiskey Stir-Fry
If you’re nervous about igniting the whiskey (honestly, who wouldn’t be), or you have an electric stove, simply let the spirit reduce in the pan. The flavor will be the same. On the other hand, if you’re into kitchen pyrotechnics, just do that step carefully and with the pan extended as far from your body as possible. This was created in partnership with Chef Watson.
By Bon AppétitPhotography by Alex Lau
Hard Cider Spritz
Instead of lemon juice, you can use fresh grapefruit or orange juice; bourbon is a great sub for rye.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Alex Lau
Avocado Margarita
Inspired by the quintessential version served at Curra’s Grill in Austin. Trust us, it’s good!
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Eva Kolenko
Cider-and-Bourbon-Glazed Shallots
This recipe would also work with small cipolline onions or larger torpedo-shaped shallots.
By Chris MoroccoPhotography by Christopher Testani
Sazerac
This potent New Orleans nightcap is as much about the aromatic absinthe rinse as it is the Cognac and rye.
By Chiltern Firehouse, LondonPhotography by Peden + Munk
Watermelon Margarita
Out of tequila? Never fear: Using vodka instead makes this watermelon margarita recipe just as delicious.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Alex Lau
Aperol-Grapefruit Spritz
Aperol spritz is one of the most popular aperitifs in Italy, and you'll soon find out why after tasting this.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Ted Cavanaugh
Ginger-Lime Spritz
Go with a Brut style (the driest) when picking out your Prosecco for max refreshment.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Ted Cavanaugh
Brandied Cherries with Vanilla Bean
Store infused boozy fruit in a cool, dark place to slow oxidation, kinda like aging your own wine!
By Alison RomanPhotography by Eva Kolenko