Blog posts by Make me a cocktail
New Restaurant Receives a Frosty Reception
11 years ago
Washington restaurant, Second State, opened its doors to the hungry public on the 21st October 2014. The food looked amazing, and the drinks were creative and fabulous, yet the restaurant has been reg...
The World's Most Alcoholic Cocktails
11 years ago
Among the vast spectrum of cocktails that have graced bars and tables around the globe, there exists a category that commands both awe and caution: the exceptionally high-alcohol concoctions. These ar...
My Traditional Christmas Cocktail Routine
11 years ago
Christmas in my house is not complete without an alcoholic beverage or two. There are so many drinks that we associate with the festive time, and we don’t usually drink them at any other time of the y...
Mince Pie Madness
11 years ago
The mince pie is one of the most important British Christmas traditions there is. The delicious mix of mince, fruit and spices rolled together in a pastry parcel is a taste like no other. This year, m...
Budget Cocktails
11 years ago
Now that the Thanksgiving turkey has all been eaten, the Christmas crackers have all been pulled, and the New Year’s celebrations are over, it is easy to get caught up in the misery that is January. I...
The List of Love
11 years ago
You have bought the card, chosen the flowers, ordered the chocolates, and picked out a beautiful piece of jewellery. You've prepared dinner, lit the candles, and arranged a romantic playlist. All that...
Mother's Day Cocktails
10 years ago
Mother’s Day is fast approaching and it is the best time of year to show your mum how much you love her. Buy her some chocolates and flowers and then mix her up a fabulous cocktail to remind her of wh...
Would you like a cup of cocktail?
10 years ago
The British are well known for their love of a good cup of tea and a delicious slice of Victoria sponge cake. But a bar in Manchester has added an alcoholic twist to the nation’s favourite delicacy. P...
Official Cocktails in the USA
10 years ago
If your city was a cocktail, which one would it be? There seems to be a trend in America over the past seven years to designate each city an official cocktail that bears some historical connection to...
Bar Nuts
10 years ago
A cocktail competition held in Manchester, UK has showcased some unusual beverage ideas, including a peanut butter and jelly cocktail. The popular sandwich filling was combined with El Dorado rum and...
Please Breathe Responsibly
10 years ago
How times have changed. Sipping a colourful cocktail out of a fancy glass is so last season. The only way to drink your favourite tipple is by inhaling it. Throughout August, visitors to Alcoholic Arc...
The Compendium of Alcohol Ingredients and Processes
10 years ago
Winebgas.com have done an awesome new infogrpahic highlighting all the processes and ingredients that go into various spirits and alcoholic ingredients. Its a fairly comprehensive list ranging from ab...
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