Bloody Bloody Mary
The Bloody Mary is an iconic cocktail. Which is saying something because there are quite a few “big time” tipples in this world. It was introduced to America in New York’s St. Regis Hotel by Fernand “Pete” Petiot, and it’s become America’s favorite morning-after drink, the ultimate hangover remedy and infamous hair of the dog. more »
Lazy Avocado & Grapefruit Cocktail
It’s avocado week here at The Back Burner. But I am in a lazy summer mood. Too lazy to think up an avocado cocktail. I’m not even sure I want an avocado cocktail. At least not one with alcohol. So I thought I’d stretch the word cocktail and use it more like the idea of more »
Raspberry Ginger Bellini from Driscoll’s Berries
I’ve been traveling a lot this summer. One of the perks of this “job” is I often get invited to visit places to check out the food scene. I just got back from a culinary tour of Columbus, Ohio, and I am going salmon fishing in Alaska at the end of the month. Another interesting more »
Summer Sips: Make Mine Mint
Just because the weather is warm doesn’t mean you have to put aside the bourbon. The Mint Julep is an iconic warm weather cocktail. It’s really nothing much more than mint and bourbon, oh and ice. The ice is crucial. It’s what makes a Mint Julep so damn good on a hot day. And it more »
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