How to make Seagram’s Seven and Seven

Seagram's Seven and Seven

We know if a cocktail had endured decades, there must be something great about it. That’s our cocktail recipe today – the Seven and Seven or 7 & 7 – a whiskey highball that has lingered on since the 1970’s.  So easy with just two ingredients: Seagram’s 7 Crown Whiskey and 7-Up. That’s it! You’ll

How To Tell The Stories

Mark Gillespie, WhiskyCast, Haddonfield

I have been trying to have this legend on Lush Life for a year, through no fault of his.  Mark Gillespie, Host and Executive Producer of WhiskyCast, the most famous drinks podcast of them all, was ready from the moment I congratulated him for being a finalist for a Tales of the Cocktail Spirited award

How to Make the Whisky & Ginger Highball

Whisky Highball - Cocktail Recipe

A Whisky highball with Ginger Ale is always a pleaser! So easy with just two ingredients: Whisky and Ginger Ale. That’s it! You’ll need the following equipment: For UK measurements, please use my handy Cocktail Measurements converter!

How to Make the Bellini

Bellini cocktail

This Bellini recipe comes straight from where it was invented – Harry’s Bar in Venice. Its gorgeous color makes it unmissable and it’s so easy to make, if you have the correct ingredients! The Bellini itself, a simple combination of white peach puree and Prosecco, has been bastardized beyond recognition. Some folks don’t even know

How to Make the Espresso Martini

Espresso Martini

Espresso Martini is one of the most popular cocktails in the world, that is for sure. Making it is so easy – just mix espresso and vodka with coffee liqueur, and it’s yours! The history of the classic Espresso Martini is not that old. The rumor is that it was first ordered by a supermodel

How to Make the Gordon’s Pink Gin Spritz

Gordon's Pink Gin & Tonic

How can you not love this gorgeous Pink Gin Spritz cocktail? I remember the first time I saw gin turn pink and thought it was a magic drink. Now you can get it anytime with no magic involved! This Pink Gin Spritz is made specifically with Gordon’s Pink Gin, but it can be made with any

How to Make the Perfect Gordon’s Pink Gin & Tonic

Gordon's Pink Gin & Tonic

How can you not love this gorgeous Pink Gin cocktail? It’s so simple and it’s so pretty. I remember the first time I saw gin turn pink and thought it was a magic drink. Now you can get it anytime with no magic involved! Where was the Pink Gin & Tonic born To be brief,

How to Make a Mojito

Mojito (1200 × 800 px)

The Mojito cocktail is among the most loved cocktails there are. It is super easy to make and such a refreshing drink. Mint and lime are the perfect combination for a hot day in summer. So do we have Francis Drake to thank for the invention of the Mojito or the native South Americans? The

How to Make the Pimm’s Cup

Pimm's Cup cocktail

The Pimm’s Cup is THE quintessential British cocktail! With it’s connection to British summer events such as Wimbledon and garden parties, the Pimm’s Cup is more than just a drink—it’s a cultural icon!! Summer comes and this delightful drink was created by James Pimm, a London bar owner, is known as Pimm’s No. 1 and