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The 10 Best Pumpkin Beers To Try This Fall

By | Mixology News

Autumn is on its way like a pumpkin spice-fueled train filled with Halloween candy and crunchy, multi-colored leaves.

While there are reasons to be sad about the end of summer and its seemingly endless, sunny, hot days, fall has its perks, too. One of our favorites is the seasonal release of the autumn staple: pumpkin beer.

For those unaware, a pumpkin beer is exactly as the name suggests. This fall seasonal beer is brewed with pumpkin flavor, real pumpkins, or pumpkin puree, as well as autumn spices and flavors like cinnamon, allspice, ginger, clove, vanilla, and more.

Now that you have a little background on pumpkin beers, it’s time to find some to add to your fall beer rotation. Keep scrolling to see ten of our favorite, balanced, flavorful pumpkin beers to drink until the snow begins to fall (and beyond).

Schlafly Pumpkin Ale

This 8% ABV pumpkin ale was crafted to taste just like a slice of pumpkin pie in beer form from being brewed with real pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove.


Elysian Punkuccino

Fans of coffee and pumpkin ales eagerly await Elysian Punkuccino with its mix of Pale, brown, biscuit, C-77 Crystal, chocolate, and kiln-coffee malts. It gets its seasonal flavor from the addition of cinnamon, nutmeg, and lots of real pumpkin.


New Holland Ichabod

Named for the main character from ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,’ New Holland Ichabod is brewed with malted barley and real pumpkin with cinnamon and nutmeg.


Southern Tier Pumpking

One of the most popular pumpkin beers ever brewed, Southern Tier Pumpking is an 8.6% ABV imperial pumpkin ale featuring notes of cinnamon, clove, pumpkin, pie crust, and toasted vanilla beans.


New Belgium Voodoo Ranger Atomic Pumpkin

If you’re looking for a little spice this fall, look no further than Voodoo Ranger Atomic Pumpkin. This seasonal favorite features pumpkin, cinnamon, and habanero chili peppers.


Dogfish Head Punkin’ Ale

A favorite since 1994, Dogfish Head Punkin’ Ale is the subtle, seasonal brew eagerly awaited each fall. This balanced, memorable brown ale is brewed with brown sugar and pumpkin.


Two Roads Roadsmary’s Baby

Named for the popular horror film ‘Rosemary’s Baby’, this fall staple begins as a pumpkin ale that’s flavored with fall spices. It’s elevated by being aged in rum barrels.


Samuel Adams Jack-O

You can’t go wrong with a classic Samuel Adams Jack-O. Brewed with real pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a healthy does of citrus flavor, this is one of the better balanced pumpkin ales on the market.


Cigar City Good Gourd

After you’re done with Cigar City Jai Alai for the fall, grab a sixer of imperial pumpkin ale Cigar City Good Gourd with its mix of pumpkin cinnamon, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla.


Saint Arnold Pumpkinator

First brewed in 2009, Saint Arnold Pumpkinator is a 10.3% ABV imperial pumpkin stout known for its mix of sweet pumpkin, brown sugar, molasses, and fall baking spices.

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La Pulga Tequila Unveils Limited-Edition Horned Frogs Bottle for 2025

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Just in time for college football season, La Pulga Tequila—founded by three Fort Worth entrepreneurs—has unveiled its 2025 Horned Frogs-themed bottle, celebrating its partnership as the “Official Tequila of the Horned Frogs” with TCU Athletics.

A portion of proceeds will benefit Assist the Officer, a nonprofit supporting the Fort Worth Police Department.

The limited-edition release of La Pulga’s Blanco Tequila features a bold black label inspired by TCU’s blackout game uniform. True to La Pulga’s artistic style, the bottle is adorned with an alebrije—a Mexican folk-art image believed to carry protective powers. For this edition, it takes the form of TCU’s iconic Horned Frog, outlined in purple with striking red eyes.

The 2025 bottle also debuts La Pulga’s first non-metallic medallion, a sleek black design matching the label, making it a likely collector’s item. It will be available in late August at select Dallas-Fort Worth retailers, while supplies last.

“Last year’s Horned Frogs bottle sold out within days – and at some stores within hours – as many Horned Frogs fans purchased two bottles, one to drink and one to collect! So, back by popular demand, we’re thrilled to introduce the 2025 Horned Frogs edition La Pulga bottle,” says Andrew De La Torre, one of La Pulga’s founders and a proud TCU alum.

“Horned Frogs football is the pride of our hometown of Fort Worth, especially the drama, excitement, and fun that fans experience during ‘blackout’ home games where the entire stadium dresses in black – including the players on the field. That spirited tradition was the inspiration for the eye-catching label on this year’s commemorative Horned Frogs La Pulga bottle.”

La Pulga’s TCU partnership also includes a presence at Amon G. Carter Stadium clubs and suites during football season, and the Stuart Family Courtside Club at Schollmaier Arena for basketball games.

Crafted from 100% Blue Weber Agave with zero additives, La Pulga is named after the historic “Pulga” outdoor market on University Drive, one of the oldest open-air flea markets in the U.S. The brand was founded by De La Torre, Sarah Castillo (Taco Heads, Tinies Mexican Cuisine, Sidesaddle Saloon), and Stephen Slaughter.

La Pulga’s portfolio includes Blanco, 110 High Proof Blanco, Reposado, 110 High Proof Reposado, and Añejo tequilas, along with La Pulga Mezcal and La Pulga Sotol. Distributed by RNDC, the lineup is available across Texas and in several major U.S. markets.

For more information about La Pulga, please visit www.lapulga.com or follow us on Instagram @lapulgaspirits.

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What If You Can’t Shake or Stir? Protect Yourself

By | Mixology News

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: what happens when your body gives out before your spirit does?

In hospitality, we’re on our feet for hours, lifting cases, dodging drunk customers—our bodies are literally our paycheck.

But here’s the kicker: most of us have zero backup plan for when we can’t work. No traditional benefits doesn’t mean no options. It just means you’ve got to be smarter about protecting yourself.

Your Emergency Fund Is Hiding in Plain Sight

Think about last Saturday night. You went out after your shift, bought three rounds for the crew, tipped your bartender friend $20 on a $15 tab, and grabbed late-night food. Sound familiar? Here’s the math: Say you do this twice a week, spending $80 each time. That’s $160 weekly, or about $8,300 a year. Cut that in half—go out once instead of twice, tip 20% instead of 50%—and boom, you’ve got $4,150 for emergencies.

I’m not saying become a hermit, but future-you might appreciate having rent money when you’re nursing a bad back instead of another hangover.

Get Basic Coverage Through the Marketplace

No employer benefits? The Health Insurance Marketplace isn’t just for health insurance anymore. You can find basic life and disability coverage that won’t break the bank. Disability insurance replaces your income if you can’t work due to injury or illness. Even a basic policy that covers 60% of your income beats zero when you’re laid up for months. Life insurance isn’t just for parents—it can cover your debts and final expenses so your family isn’t stuck with the bill.

Simple Policies, Big Protection

You don’t need corporate benefits to get covered. Independent agents can set you up with simple term life insurance or basic disability coverage. Shop around, compare rates, and pick something you can actually afford to keep.

Remember: the best insurance policy is the one you’ll actually pay for consistently.

The Reality Check

Your coworkers might think insurance is boring, but you know what’s really boring? Being broke because you thought nothing bad would happen.

You spend money protecting your car, your phone, your apartment—why not protect the thing that pays for all of it? Your ability to work is your most valuable asset. Don’t wait until you’re hurt to realize you needed protection yesterday.

 


The Savvy Bartender

Turn your craft into career growth and a secure financial future with Jonathan Turner, our expert bartender in savings, side hustles, and smart strategies to help you plan your next pour.

Jonathan Turner spent over 20 years mastering the hospitality industry from the ground up. From washing dishes in the back to leading operations as GM and Food & Beverage Director, he’s experienced every level of the business. After building a successful career in hospitality, Jonathan made a strategic transition into financial services as an Independent Life Insurance Agent and hospitality consultant, discovering that his relationship-building and problem-solving skills translated perfectly into helping others build financial security.

Now Jonathan uses his insider knowledge to help hospitality workers overcome the unique financial challenges of irregular income, lack of traditional benefits, and industry lifestyle demands. His mission is simple: show hospitality workers that they don’t need corporate benefits or a 9-to-5 job to build real wealth. Having walked every step of the hospitality path himself, he speaks the language, understands the challenges, and knows exactly what it takes to build lasting financial freedom. He’s not your typical financial advisor—he’s someone who’s been where you are and successfully built the financial life you want

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Move Over Tequila: Acronimo Sotol Brings a Bold Twist to Cocktails

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Acronimo Sotol is helping reintroduce this distinct Northern Mexican spirit to a new wave of cocktail lovers.

Made from the wild-harvested desert spoon plant, sotol offers a flavor that’s earthy, herbal, and endlessly versatile. It’s perfect for building drinks that balance fire, fruit, and freshness. In this roundup, Acronimo shows off its range: from the chile-kissed Spicy Sotolita to tropical sippers like the Kalinca Nawa and elegant twists on classics like the Chihuahua Negroni. Each cocktail highlights a different side of sotol’s unique character, proving Acronimo isn’t just a substitute for agave spirits but a category all its own.

Spicy Sotolita

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 oz. Cointreau
  • 1 oz. Chiltepin Syrup* (can substitute Ancho Reyes Liqueur)
  • 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
  • Ice cubes
  • Chile Pasado Salt, for rim
  • Slice of Lime and dried Chipotle (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Rim glass with lime juice and salt (optional).
  2. Fill with ice.
  3. In a shaker, combine Sotol, Cointreau, Chiltepin Syrup, lime juice, and ice.
  4. Shake well.
  5. Strain into glass over ice.
  6. Add lime wheel and dried chipotle.

*Chiltepin Syrup


Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar with 1 Tbsp crushed chiltepin peppers

Preparation

  1. Boil ingredients.
  2. Simmer 5 minutes, strain, and cool.

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Kalinca Nawa

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • ½ oz. Mango Pulp
  • ½ oz. Passion fruit Pulp
  • 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
  • ½ oz. Ginger Syrup
  • Ice cubes
  • Dried Chilli Mango and Rosemary (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. In a shaker, combine Sotol, mango pulp, passion fruit syrup, lime juice, ginger syrup, and ice cubes.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Strain into a glass filled with ice.
  4. (Optional) Garnish with a slice of lime or a piece of fresh or dried mango.

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Sotopiña

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 oz. Giffard Creme De Fruit De La Passion
  • 1 ½ oz. Pineapple Juice
  • 1 oz. Lime Juice
  • ½ oz. Simple Syrup

Preparation

  1. In a shaker, combine Sotol, passion fruit crème, pineapple juice, lime juice, syrup, and ice cubes.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Strain into a coupe or martini glass.
  4. (Optional) Garnish with a slice of pineapple or pineapple leaf.

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Ranch Mojito

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 30g Quince paste (can substitute Apricot Jam)
  • 10 Mint leaves
  • 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
  • Club Soda, to top
  • Ice cubes

Preparation

  1. Take a highball glass and add the fresh mint leaves and quince paste to the bottom of the glass. Gently muddle the mint leaves and quince paste together using a muddler or the back of a spoon. This helps release the mint's essential oils and blends the quince paste with the mint.
  2. Pour in the fresh lime juice and continue to muddle until the quince paste is well mixed and dissolved.
  3. Fill the glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes and pour the Sotol over.
  4. Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.
  5. Fill the rest of the glass with club soda.
  6. Stir gently to combine.
  7. Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.

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Spicy Manzanita

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 oz. St Germain (Elderflower Liqueur)
  • 2 oz. Apple Jam
  • ½ oz. Chipotle Paste
  • 1 oz. Simple Syrup
  • 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
  • Dry Chipotle, Tajín Rim

Preparation

  1. Rim cocktail glass with lime juice and dip it in Tajín to coat the rim. Set aside.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Sotol, St Germain, apple jam, chipotle paste, syrup, and lime juice.
  3. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a piece of dry chipotle on the rim or floating on top of the cocktail.

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Chihuahua Negroni

Ingredients

  • 1 oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 oz. Campari
  • 1 oz. Vermouth Rosso
  • ½ oz. Chipotle Paste
  • Orange Peel (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Fill an old-fashioned or rocks glass with ice cubes to chill it.
  2. In a mixing glass, combine the Sotol, Campari, and sweet vermouth.
  3. Add ice cubes to the mixing glass and stir gently for about 20-30 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the ice cubes.
  5. Twist the orange peel over the drink to release its oils, then drop it into the glass.

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Ay Carajillo

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 ½ oz. Apple Syrup
  • 2 oz. Espresso (freshly brewed)
  • 1 oz. Evaporated Milk
  • Cinnamon Stick (for garnish)
  • Ice Cubes (optional)

Preparation

  1. Brew 2 oz. of fresh espresso and set aside to cool.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Sotol, apple syrup, espresso, and evaporated milk.
  3. Add ice cubes to the shaker if you prefer your Carajillo chilled.
  4. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
  5. Strain the mixture into a glass.
  6. You can serve it over ice cubes if you want it cold, or without ice if you prefer it warm.
  7. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

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Primor

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • ½ oz. Ancho Reyes
  • ½ oz. Simple Syrup
  • 1 ½ oz. Hibiscus Infusion
  • 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
  • Ice cubes
  • Dry Hibiscus Flowers (for garnish)
  • Tajín, for rim

Preparation

  1. Rim your cocktail glass with lime juice and dip it in Tajin to coat the rim. Set aside.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Sotol, Ancho Reyes, syrup, hibiscus infusion, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
  3. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass filled with ice cubes.
  5. Garnish with dry hibiscus flowers on top of the cocktail.

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Jamaiquina

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 oz. Hibiscus Syrup
  • ¾ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
  • Lemon Peel (for garnish)
  • Hibiscus Salt
  • Ice Cubes

Preparation

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the Sotol, hibiscus syrup, and fresh lime juice to the shaker, shake well until chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass.
  4. Garnish with a lemon twist on the rim of the glass.

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Mango Tango

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 ½ oz. Clarified Mango
  • 1⁄2 oz. Ancho Reyes
  • Cilantro (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add all ingredients and shake.
  3. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice and pour shaker content into glass.
  4. Garnish with cilantro.

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Tamarindo Lindo

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
  • 1 oz. Tamarind Syrup
  • ½ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Soda Water
  • Tajín
  • Ice Cubes
  • Lemon Wedge (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Fill a shaker with ice and combine all the ingredients.
  2. Shake well for about 10-15 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into an old-fashioned glass that has been rimmed with Tajín.
  4. Add ice to the glass, followed by a splash of soda water.
  5. Garnish with a lemon wedge.

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Beer, Martinis, and Jenever in Amsterdam

By | Mixology News

I see the city of Amsterdam rising up out of the ground before me, the city coming to life before my very eyes.

No, I didn’t take a walk to the Red Light district before this, and no, I’m not on any number of mind-altering drugs the area famously offers.

I’m actually watching a projection in a cavernous room inside the city’s Heineken Experience, an interactive museum and brewery that the homegrown beer brand opened up in what was its very first headquarters. If you can picture in your mind a sort-of Disney World for beer lovers, that’s exactly what this is like. Along the way, I’ve learned about the hops, barley and malt that make up the beloved beer which was born in this very city in this very building in 1867.

I’ve never been to Amsterdam, and before arriving, my only knowledge of the European metropolis consisted of the fact that it was once the home of Vincent Van Gogh. I also knew about the picturesque canals that run through the city, alongside the infamous aforementioned Red Light District. So, when I arrive at the sleek Schiphol Airport and make my way to the center of the city, my eyes are wide open even though I just flew in on a red eye flight from the States.

As I travel around, it’s clear that Heineken rules this city. Its distinctive green logo emblazoned with a red star is absolutely everywhere (that star stemmed from a long-ago beer competition the beer company once won, by the way). Another fun fact: if you look closely, the middle “e” on the label is slightly eschewed, and I learn it’s called a “smiling e.” But even the swank hotel I’m staying in, the Hotel D’Leurope, is run by the Heineken family. Needless to say, in Amsterdam, ice cold Heinekens are a staple at every bar. Sometimes, one could say they’re even Hiding in Plain Sight, the name of one of the city’s most popular watering holes. In addition to beer, Amsterdam also prides itself on Jenever liquor (a local specialty), as well as Ketel One, which is actually from Holland, the Netherland’s next-door neighbor. Close enough! I’m thirsty enough to try them all.

I grab a Stroopwafel (a local snack that costs of a thin, pressed waffle-like cookie sandwiched around a layer of luscious caramel) and make my way to the aforementioned Heineken Experience, which is a fast for the tastebuds, as well as eyes (the aforementioned city-growing theatrical experience) and ears (thanks to the bumpin’ music heard on the rooftop). Speaking of the roof, up there lies the unique bar, Heineken Studio. It’s an experimental hub with cityscape views which boast frosty glasses of the beer (and its non-alcoholic counterpart, Heineken 0.0).

They also boast innovations, which are thought up at the beer company’s newly renovated headquarters and factory about 45 minutes away. When I visited the Studio bar, I was offered a bespoke anise-flavored foam to top my beer glass. The creaminess, the unique taste, which reminds me of Sambuca, nicely matches the beer and the whole shebang reminds one of a foamy shandy.

From the roof, I look out onto the city and take stock of everything on my to-do list. That includes visits to the Van Gogh Museum and to the Anne Frank House, two of the city’s most popular destinations. The city itself is in a celebratory mood this year, considering it’s celebrating its 750th anniversary. Incredible, as it doesn’t look a day over 600!

One night, I make my way up a long staircase to the top floor of Jansz, which bills itself as a modern Dutch restaurant and serves favorites like duck pâté, sourdough bread, and a juicy chicken breast drizzled with a truffle jus. I order cocktails and first, we’re told of a strict no-cocktail rule for upstairs. But after some pleading, the Ketel One dirty martinis start coming fast and furious, the cool brininess pairs nicely with the fancy Dutch food. By the end of the night, I make my way back to the D’Leurope and grab a seat at the hotel’s beloved Freddy’s Bar, the acclaimed watering hole which is aptly named after Fred Heineken. It was his grandfather, Gerard, who founded the beer company. Freddy’s is also known for Kopstootje, which is essentially a regional boilermaker. But under the low lights of the warm bar, I order another Heineken and make my way to my room.

Aside from the Van Gogh Museum itself, Amsterdam is also home to the sprawling Rijksmuseum, which I visited after failing to make a reservation in advance to the sold-out Van Gogh. Luckily, the Rijks was located next door and the day I visited, it boasted an array of Van Goghs as well, including an instantly recognizable self-portrait as well one installment of his series of paintings of golden-hued wheat fields. I contemplate the art afterwards by taking a long walk and scarfing down a thick and delicious apple pie topped with whipped cream from local landmark Winkel 43.

That night I find myself back by the museum, dining at its Michelin star restaurant, aptly dubbed RIJKS. Amid delicately prepared courses of yellow gazpacho, Redfish, and Dutch char, the waiter catches wind that I’ve never had the pleasure of tasting Jenever, the beloved local liquor which has been around since the 13th century and is regarded as gin’s forefather. Wanting to introduce a possible new fan, he then proceeds to bring out multiple bottles of Jenever under his arms with respective tulip-shaped tasting glasses. We have the full spectrum of the Juniper-flavored libation, from typical brands to rarer finds. A new fan has been minted, indeed. I’ll order up another, please.

I walk back for one final night in the Dutch city and everything I’ve experienced is swirling in my head, from the museums and art to the beer and martinis. And yes, the Jenever is swirling in my head, too. Before I head to bed, I order one more frothy Heineken at Freddy’s and bid Amsterdam goodnight.

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5 Unique Martinis to Shake Up Your Next Cocktail Hour

By | Mixology News

Espresso and dirty martinis are everywhere right now, but why stop there?

The martini has always been a symbol of elegance and reinvention, and today’s bartenders are pushing its boundaries with bold twists and unexpected flavors. From tropical riffs and low-ABV options to whiskey – and rum-based variations, these inventive martinis prove the classic recipe is more versatile than ever. Whether you’re craving something bright and citrusy, rich and indulgent, or refreshingly light, this lineup offers a fresh way to raise a glass and rediscover the martini.

Paper Plane

Ingredients

  • ¾ oz. Sagamore Small Batch Rye Whiskey
  • ¾ oz. Aperol
  • ¾ oz. Lemon Juice
  • ¾ oz. Amaro
  • Lemon (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Combine Sagamore Small Batch Rye Whiskey, Aperol, lemon juice, and Amaro into a mixing jar.
  2. Add ice and stir.
  3. Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a lemon twist.

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Rum

Rum Lemondrop

by Lee Corbett – @TheRogueBrusselSprout

Ingredients

  • Granulated Sugar (for preparing the glass)
  • 2 oz. Kōloa Kauaʻi White Rum
  • ½ oz. Limoncello
  • 1 oz. Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 1 oz. Simple Syrup
  • Lemon Wheel (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Dip the rim of a coupe glass in water, then in granulated sugar to coat.
  2. Set aside to dry.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine the rum, limoncello, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  4. Shake with ice until well chilled.
  5. Strain into the prepared coupe glass and garnish with a lemon wheel.

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Rum Espresso Martini

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Don Q Reserva 7 Rum
  • 1 oz. Espresso shot
  • ½ oz. Kahlúa®
  • ½ oz. Toasted Coconut Syrup*

Preparation

  1. Shake all the ingredients vigorously.
  2. Double strain into a cocktail glass.
  3. Garnish with coffee beans.
  4. Flavor with sugar to taste.

*Toasted Coconut Syrup


Ingredients

  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut

Preparation

  1. Toast coconut in a pan on low heat until golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Add toasted coconut to a saucepan with sugar and water, and bring to boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat, cool, and fine strain into an airtight container.
  4. Store in the fridge for up to 2 months.

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Fluère Dry Martini (Low-ABV)

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ oz. FLUÈRE Botanical
  • 1 ¾ oz. Dry Vermouth
  • Dash of Orange Bitters
  • Olive (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Add all ingredients into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir well until chilled, then strain into a chilled martini glass.
  3. Garnish with an olive.

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The Dolcevita Cocktail

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ oz. Disaronno Originale
  • ¾ oz. Rabarbaro Zucca
  • ½ oz. The Busker Triple Cask Triple Smooth
  • ¾ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
  • ¼ oz. Pineapple Juice
  • Dash of Agave Syrup

Preparation

  1. Add all the ingredients into a cocktail shaker.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
  3. Strain into a coupe glass.
  4. Serve and enjoy!

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Enjoy a Coconut Mojito this World Coconut Day

By | Mixology News

Enjoy a Coconut Mojito on World Coconut Day!

According to Papo Suarez for Coco Lopez, “our coconut cream can be used as a substitution for any sweetener in cocktails because Coco Lopez enhances all other ingredients in the recipe rather than overpowering the final flavor.”

Give the Coconut Mojito a mix!

Rum

Coconut Mojito

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz Sammy’s Beach Bar Platinum Rum
  • 6-8 fresh mint leaves
  • 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
  • 2 oz coconut water
  • 1 1/2 oz of Coco Lopez Cream of Coconut
  • 1 oz soda water

Preparation

  1. Dip the rim of a rocks glass in some coconut cream then roll the moistened rim in some coconut flakes.
  2. In the prepared glass, add the mint leaves, brown sugar and lime juice.
  3. Using a muddler, gently (yet firmly) muddle the ingredients.
  4. Then fill with ice and add the rum, coconut water and coconut cream.
  5. Stir well and top with soda water.
  6. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig.

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5 Refreshing Spritzes to End Summer in Style

By | Mixology News

Labor Day may be summer’s last hurrah, but that’s all the more reason to send it off with a bang (and a little fizz!).

Spritzes are the ultimate last-minute cocktail: light, bubbly, and effortlessly stylish—perfect for backyard hangs, beach days, or wherever the long weekend takes you. From floral and fruity to crisp and classic, these easy sips will keep glasses clinking through the rest of the season.

Rose-Tinted Summer

by @bee.the.love

Ingredients

  • 1 oz. Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin
  • 1 oz. Grapefruit Juice
  • 1 oz. Ginger Beer
  • Sparkling Raspberry Wine, to top
  • Grapefruit Slices, Frozen Raspberries (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. In a chilled wine glass, add grapefruit slices, frozen raspberries, and ice.
  2. Build ingredients in the glass and top with sparkling raspberry wine.

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Lido Spritz

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Chopin Wheat Vodka
  • ¼ oz. Botanika Angelica Lemon Liqueur
  • ½ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
  • Splash of Soda
  • Lime Twist (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Combine Chopin Wheat Vodka, Botanika Angelica Lemon Liqueur and lime juice in an ice-filled shaker.
  2. Shake well, then pour over ice into Collins glass.
  3. Top with soda and a twist of lime.

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Cherry Chicas

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. Chicas Divertidas Blanco Tequila
  • ¾ oz. Cherry Juice (or 0.5 oz. Cherry Liqueur)
  • ½ oz. Vanilla Syrup
  • ¾ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3 oz. Club Soda (or Cherry Soda for extra sweetness!)
  • Maraschino Cherry or Fresh Cherry (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. In a highball glass, add Chicas Divertidas Blanco Tequila, cherry juice or liqueur, vanilla syrup, and lemon juice.
  2. Stir ingredients, add soda water, and fill the glass with ice until the cocktail reaches the top of the glass.
  3. Garnish with a cherry (maraschino or fresh).

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Antica Spritz

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. Antica Formula Vermouth
  • 3 oz. Prosecco
  • Splash of Soda Water
  • Orange Peel (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Fill a glass with ice.
  2. Pour in the ingredients and top with a splash of soda water.
  3. Gently stir with a spoon and garnish with an orange peel.

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The Botanist Strawberry Spritz 

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. The Botanist Islay Dry Gin
  • 1 oz. Premium Soda Water
  • 2 oz. Brut Champagne
  • ½ oz. Simple Syrup
  • 3 Strawberries, slicing half and muddled
  • 1 Strawberry, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Add strawberries to the bottom of a tall Collins glass.
  2. Lightly muddle to release juices.
  3. Add ice. Add gin, then top with soda water and Champagne.
  4. Stir lightly to incorporate ingredients together.
  5. Garnish with strawberry slices.

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5 Essential Cocktails for September 2025

By | Mixology News

Each month Chilled presents you with five essential cocktails based on our National Drink Day Calendar.

Don’t forget to reference it so you can prepare for the upcoming holidays.

September bridges the seasons, offering time to enjoy summer’s lingering brightness while welcoming the first hints of fall’s warmth. Which means your cocktail menu can have the best of both worlds. Each of these cocktails can easily be adapted to cater to different palates, with ingredients that can be swapped depending on what’s behind the bar.

This month’s drinks celebrations will bring plenty of inspiration for your menu. Some of these five essential cocktails lean into using seasonal ingredients, while others put a spin on the classics. Each recipe is here to help encourage celebrations, no matter how small the occasion may seem.

Coconut Mojito

Before the warm weather completely escapes us, celebrate World Coconut Day on September 2 with a Coconut Mojito. This cocktail is especially fitting for the occasion due to its use of coconut in two forms—coconut water and coconut cream. It brings out both the refreshing side and indulgent side of the tropical fruit. Adding this festive yet balanced cocktail to a seasonal menu is the perfect way to wrap up the summer.

Michelada

A cocktail that is often overlooked is a Michelada. On National Beer Lovers Day (9/7), give the beer enthusiasts something new to try. This drink transforms a simple bottle of beer into something much more exciting. Anyone can crack open an ice-cold beer, but the creativity behind making it into a cocktail takes more effort. This drink showcases the beverage in a way that elevates it. The addition of the tangy, spicy, and salty rim takes this drink to the next level.

P100D Punch (20 servings)

Transitional drinks are here as we get later into the month. For National Punch Day on September 20, you’ll need a big batch drink to bring together a crowd to celebrate with. P100D Punch offers a vibrant blend of flavors that embrace the new season approaching while still being appropriate for a warm September day. The ingredients create a flavorful and comforting drink that is easy to enjoy with friends and family.

Jackie Brown

Turn your everyday ritual into something more indulgent on National Coffee Day (9/29) with the Jackie Brown cocktail. This tequila-based cocktail is an inventive way to serve up something unique while still being on theme. With just a few simple ingredients, this cocktail is worth adding to any menu. The homemade spicy syrup perfectly complements the rich espresso flavor without overpowering it.

Trouble Mulled Cider

Round out the month by sipping on something warm and cozy. Give a toast to National Hot Mulled Cider Day on September 30 with this comforting bourbon-based cocktail. It begins with an autumn classic, apple cider, and elevates it with warm spices and fresh citrus. The combination of ingredients creates a balance of sweet, tart, warm, and spiced flavors, making it great for the beginning of crisp fall days.

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I’m Working Late: The Cocktail to Stream Sabrina Carpenter’s New Album To

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With Sabrina Carpenter’s highly anticipated album dropping this past weekend, it feels only right to introduce the espresso martini’s sweeter cousin: I’m Working Late.

Served at Louisville’s newest cocktail bar, Trial + Error, this vibrant riff on the classic espresso martini strikes the perfect balance of approachability and sophistication, while still being easy to recreate at home. Crafted by Bar Lead Jordan Harris, I’m Working Late is the ideal listening companion… and just might have you feeling like a pop star yourself!

“The espresso martini originated in the 1980s and has been a staple on cocktail menus for the past two decades. While traditionally made with vodka, various spirits have been used as a base. When I first tasted Pursuit United Double Oaked Bourbon, I immediately envisioned it in an espresso martini,” says Harris.

“The butterscotch notes of the bourbon perfectly complement the espresso, cocoa, banana, and vanilla flavors in “I’m Working Late,” making it an ideal cocktail for a night out.”

Photo by Jordan Harris

I’m Working Late

by Jordan Harris

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Pursuit United Double Oaked Bourbon
  • ¾ oz. Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
  • ½ oz. Averna Amaro
  • ¼ oz. Giffard Banane Du Brésil
  • ¼ oz. Vanilla Simple Syrup
  • 1 oz. Espresso
  • 3 dashes Angostura Cocoa Bitters
  • 3 drops Saline Solution

Preparation

  1. Build cocktail in shaker.
  2. Add ice and shake and double strain into coupe glass.
  3. Top with cocoa powder.

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