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Modern Classic – Raspberry Bramble

raspberry bramble

RASPBERRY BRAMBLE The Classic Bramble is well documented as the crown queen of cocktails. This delicious concoction was created in London at Fred’s Club by bartender Dick Bradsell in 1984. The Bramble is straightforward Gin Sour with the addition of Crème de Mure. It is said that this drink was inspired by the fresh blackberries […]

Modern Classic – OAXACA OLD FASHIONED

Oaxaca Old Fashioned

OAXACA OLD FASHIONED Though you will see the Oaxaca Old Fashioned showcased in cocktail bars across the country, bar keep Phil Ward at Death & Co. is credited for the original recipe. This is the drink that opened the American mixology world’s eyes to the potential of using tequila and mezcal in cocktails. Its execution […]

Modern Classic – Paper Plane Cocktail

Paper Plane Drink

Paper Plane Cocktail The Paper Plane was created in 2007 by Sam Ross at Little Branch in New York City. A former bartender at the famous Milk & Honey, Ross opened Attaboy with Michael McIlroy in the bar’s old space. Sam is also credited for the well-known Penicillin cocktail. As for the Paper Plane, Ross […]

Featured Craft Cocktail – Subtle Smoke

Subtle Smoke is a cocktail I created years ago in an attempt to get non-scotch drinkers drinking Scotch whisky. These types of drinks I refer to as Gateway Cocktails. I’ve way liked watching patrons enjoy spirits they normally don’t through tasty drinks. This Cocktail is essentially a gin martini served with a scotch rinse. The […]

Bubbles – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

A great friend recently told us that her daughter doesn’t like the term “Brunch”.   Instead she chooses to use the word “Blunch” to describe the weekend meal, that no matter what you call it, is something between breakfast and lunch and in many cases involves a rejuvenating and/or inspiring alcoholic beverage (when we’re of age […]

Wolf Moon Mixers – Live in the D

Wolf Moon Hibiscus Mimosa Small

Wolf Moon, our delicious new mixer brand, was featured in the Uniquely Detroit segment on Live in The D, Channel 4. Wolf Moon Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita 4 oz. Wolf Moon Pineapple Jalapeño Mix 2 oz. Silver Tequila Garnish with Salt and Lime Wolf Moon Hibiscus Mimosa 1 oz. Wolf Moon Hibiscus Mix 4 oz. Sparkling Wine Garnish […]

Valentine Vodka – Best in the World

Some local love for Valentine’s international award. WDIV ClickOnDetroit features Valentine Distilling after Valentine’s wins at the 2016 World Vodka Awards. http://www.clickondetroit.com/business/ferndales-valentine-vodka-named-the-best-in-the-world Congratulations, Valentine Distilling.