Beverages
Almost Aam Panna
This version of aam panna, the ultra-refreshing summer drink, swaps green mangoes for a classic pantry staple: jarred applesauce (yes, really).
By Sonia Chopra
Citrus Slushy
Frozen citrus pieces make the base of this refreshing slushy that is salty and sour with a slightly spicy kick!
By Rachel Gurjar
Apricot Tart With Whiskey-Pecan Frangipane
Celebrate the brief (but wondrous!) apricot season with this simple frangipane tart—both the crust and filling come together in a food processor.
By Kendra Vaculin
Aperol-Kombucha Spritz
This easy effervescent cocktail gets its tart-sweet vibes from bright kombucha, dry sparkling wine, a dash of Aperol, and a burst of fresh lemon juice.
By Ali Francis
Summery Sour
A wonderfully balanced summer sipper made up of sweet peak summer peaches and mangos alongside bright citrus juice and a base spirit of your choosing.
By John deBary
Green Tea Arnold Palmer
The quintessential summer quencher gets an aromatic twist thanks to jasmine green tea.
By Sarah Jampel
Super Summer Fruit Syrup
Simple syrup is good. Super Summer Fruit Syrup is better and able to transform any drink into its best post-vacation summery self.
By John deBary
BA’s Best Piña Colada
Freezing fresh pineapple definitely makes the best impact flavor-wise in this piña colada recipe.
By Brad Leone
Negroni
Adjust the classic proportions of the gin, vermouth, and Campari in a negroni cocktail recipe for this updated version from London’s Chiltern Firehouse.
By Chiltern Firehouse, London
Chile-Cucumber Agua Fresca
Cool as a cucumber, sure, but it’s the citrus, ginger, and chile that will keep you coming back sip after sip.
By José Roberto Ricalde Gonzalez
Mango-Lime Spritzer
The beloved snack of mangoes with lime and chili powder, reimagined as a sunny drink.
By Zaynab Issa
Mojito
On a sweltering summer evening, nothing hits quite like this minty mojito cocktail recipe. Don’t over-muddle your mint, which can cause bitterness.
By Chris Morocco
Daiquiri, Up-Rocks
This daiquiri recipe is served up-rocks in an elegant coupe and has nothing to do with the slushy, syrupy cocktails you’ll find at swim-up bars.
By Chiltern Firehouse, LondonPhotography by Peden + Munk
Chambéry Cassis
Aromatic dry vermouth and rich, deep black currant liqueur make an auspicious pair.
By Rebekah Peppler
Sake-and-Black-Sugar-Braised Pulled Pork Sliders
Call on these adorable sliders piled high with juicy braised pork for a party or game night—they're great for feeding a crowd and almost all the components can be made well in advance.
By Jessie YuChen
Classic Bananas Foster
Our method for lighting this retro New Orleans dessert on fire delivers maximum drama with none of the danger.
By Kendra Vaculin
Cilantro Pisco Smash
Pisco, Peru’s iconic brandy, is aromatic, herbal, and subtly sweet—it pairs perfectly with cilantro for a bit of freshness.
By Danielle Bell and Pablo Osorio
Adonis Spritz
This low-ABV sipper made with sherry and sweet vermouth is virtually hangover-proof.
By Christina Chaey
Lemon-Elderflower Pound Cake
Roasting strawberries is a great way to get that Valentine’s Day staple on your dessert menu, even with out-of-season berries.
By Danielle Bell and Pablo Osorio