The Coronation Cocktail No. 1 dates back to early twentieth century London and is linked to royal celebrations. It reflects a time when cocktails were often tied to specific events. Many drinks from this period carry similar names. Made with gin, vermouth, and a touch of fruit, it is balanced and understated. It relies more
The Vodka Press is a straightforward highball that sits between a Vodka Soda and something with a bit more flavour. It became popular for exactly that reason, offering a middle ground that feels light but not completely neutral. By combining soda with lemon lime soda, it introduces just enough sweetness to soften the edges of
Coquito is a traditional Puerto Rican drink, often compared to eggnog but built around coconut and rum. It is closely tied to holiday celebrations and is usually made in batches. Recipes are often passed down and vary slightly from family to family. Rich, creamy, and spiced, it is as much about texture as flavor. The
The Charlie Chaplin is a pre Prohibition era cocktail named after the silent film star, reflecting a period when fruit liqueurs were widely used. It has remained a quieter classic, often overlooked but worth revisiting. Made with sloe gin, apricot liqueur, and lime, it delivers both tartness and a soft fruit sweetness. The balance is
The Chamomile and Lemon Gin Sour is a modern variation on the classic sour, introducing herbal tea as a flavour element. It reflects a more contemporary approach to layering subtle flavors. Chamomile softens the sharpness of the lemon while adding a gentle floral note. The result is lighter, rounder, and less aggressive than a traditional
The Virgin Mai Tai takes everything people love about the 1940s tiki original and rebuilds it without the rum. Get the citrus and almond in the right proportion and you’d genuinely struggle to tell someone’s holding a mocktail. What Makes a Virgin Mai Tai Work A great Mai Tai, boozy or not, is really a
Bourbon Lemonade sits within a long tradition of whiskey and citrus combinations that go back to the earliest days of mixed drinks. It is less a formal cocktail and more a natural extension of that pairing, designed for ease rather than precision. Bourbon brings weight and warmth, while lemonade lifts and softens it into something
The Gin and It is a simple but historic cocktail combining gin with Italian sweet vermouth. It was especially popular in the early twentieth century before drier styles became dominant. It shows how tastes have shifted over time. The vermouth plays a much larger role here, giving the drink a softer and more rounded profile.
The Purple Gekko is a modern party cocktail that relies on colour and sweetness rather than balance or structure. It is part of a broader trend of brightly coloured shooters designed for quick service. Typically combining tequila, both Blue and Red Curacao and cranberry, it is sweet, slightly tart, and very easy to drink. The
The Rum Old Fashioned applies one of the oldest cocktail formulas to rum, showing how adaptable the template is. It follows the same structure of spirit, sugar, and bitters. Using rum changes the tone of the drink, making it softer and often slightly sweeter. The choice of rum has a significant impact on the final