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The sexpert – a sexy tropical cocktail
The sexpert Whenever I see a tiki styled or tropical recipe, that doesn’t use rum, it gets my interest. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not that I don’t like tiki or tropical cocktails with rum, I really do, but when I see these types of serves, I would expect rum to be the main spirit […]
Cosmopolitan – how to make a beautiful cosmo cocktail
Cosmopolitan 1934 Cosmo Cosmopolitan Also known as a “cosmo”. A cocktail I believe gained a massive popularity boost from the Sex & the city series and must have been one of the most popular cocktails world wide, at the time the show was live. The more well known version of a cosmopolitan (cosmo) uses a […]
Gin basil smash – smashing cocktail recipes
Gin basil smash A modern gin cocktail. Originally named Gin Pesto, created by Jörg Meyer in the summer of 2008. The original recipe states the basil has to be muddled, which also gives it a more vibrant and green color. I prefer to give the basil a good bash, and shake it with all the […]
Bramble cocktail – recipes you must try
The Bramble cocktail This cocktail is a real crowd pleaser, and a delicious cocktail you can’t go wrong with. Bramble is a IBA official cocktail, under the category “new era drinks” created by Dick Bradsell in London, in 1984. The name of the cocktail designated from blackberry bushes called brambles, and the original recipe calls […]
Layered cocktails
To me there is something pleasing about getting layered cocktails served. I think the visual appearance makes it fun and vibrant. I often use Butterfly pea flower infused gin, when I make layered cocktails. You can infuse any type of clear liquid with these flowers to obtain the colour, or you can buy one of […]
Sustainable straw
Plastic waste is a popular topic these days. Let’s help mother earth by using alternative straw solutions, enjoy your cocktails with a sustainable straw without compromising your cocktail experience. Did you know that plastic straws are placed in top 10 of the most common plastic wastes in the world? Straws; glass, bamboo, plastic, paper, metal. […]
January 1st
I hope you had the most wonderful new years eve, and got well into the new year. Today you might need something up-lifting for your hangovers. Spoil yourself with a delicious cocktail with one of these recipes. Below you´ll find two cocktail recipes for you to try, with syrup which you can make with the […]
New Year Cocktails
New Year’s Eve is approaching, do you have your new year cocktails ready ?. The book “2020” is turning it’s last pages, and what a year it’s been! I think we can all agree on that. The biggest topic of them all in 2020, have been the COVID-19 pandemic, and for many American citizens the […]
Christmas cocktails
Christmas and cocktails. We all have something we associate with Christmas. For me, it’s the smell of Christmas dinner and cookies spreading from the kitchen throughout the house and it’s decorating the Christmas tree with handpicked ornaments. It’s my favourite holiday of the year, where I get to enjoy great food and cocktails with my […]
Exclusive event
Ferdinands – The vermouth cocktails edition Recently I was invited to an exclusive online event by Ferdinands gin called “The vermouth cocktails edition” hosted by Denis Reinhardt and Mario Kappes. During the event we were introduced to some great cocktails, all with Ferdinands dry saar gin and their line of vermouths in full focus. Mario […]
Espresso Martini cocktails
Here in Denmark autumn is on its final steps, and winter is approaching.This time of the year coffee cocktails or espresso martini, are perfect cocktails to enjoy on a cold and dark evening. I want to share some espresso martini styled cocktails, which could be your next cocktail serve. I hope you find some inspiration […]
Gin & Tonic
Gin & tonic – Endless combinations and possibilities to tweak and experiment with. Gins, tonics, modifiers or not, this gives so many options to play around with making just the right G&T for YOU. I really like to experiment with gin & tonics, in form of flavour combinations, and colours. It’s fun and there is […]
Zesty cocktails
When studying the art of photography zest shot / zesty cocktails is a great lesson. I have lately developed my photography skills by capturing expressed citrus zest in my cocktail’s pictures. Citrus zest provides the pictures and the cocktails with extra flavour, smell and grace. Here are my advices for your zesty cocktails – Plan […]
New York Sour
New york sour is a well-known classic cocktail, often served with a beautiful appearance. Classic New york sour recipe 6 cl whiskey3 cl fresh lemon juice2.25 cl Simple syrupegg white1.5 cl red wine How do you think I did with these splash shots? Leave a comment with your thoughts.
Pouring Cocktails
Motion photography is something I love, whilst shooting pictures of pouring cocktails is one of favorite types of shots to take. The visual appearance, motion and life it creates in the pictures are amazing. Prior to your pour shot, decide if you want the liquid partly poured in the picture or if you want the […]
Dessert cocktails
Lately I have been working on some fun dessert cocktails with meringue. I accidentally stumbled upon the idea of using Italian meringue to top on cocktails. Once I tried it, I was sold! Some of my dessert cocktails are inspired by tasty well-known cakes such as Lemon Pie and “Grandpa’s beard”. “Grandpas beard” cake is […]
Negroni
The Negroni template is a template I really like and enjoy to experiment with in all kinds of combinations.In this post I have picked three negroni cocktails with different expressions and visual appearances, of this well known classic cocktail. I have served all three negronis in my squared glass. I love to serve Negroni in […]
Tiki cocktails
I enjoy crafting Tiki cocktails with all kinds of flavour combinations, as they are vibrant, fresh and fruity. Tiki cocktails are often served over crushed ice, which makes them ice cold and refreshing. I absolutely love to experiment with Tiki garnish. The term “less-is-more” should not be used whilst garnishing a tiki cocktail. Go wild, […]
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