Category Archives: tequila

Most margaritas are 100% crap. Here is the simple fix…

Posted on 09/02/2011 by caskstrength

Most commonly I rant on how to fix drinks.  I know I sound like I must be a raging asshole when it comes to drinking.  You must think, “How can that fucker ever enjoy anything?” One word: compromise. The margarita … Continue reading →

Posted in Cocktails, recipes, tequila | 14 Comments

Simple Pleasures: Classic drinks are classics for a reason, simplicity. And respect the grandma.

Posted on 08/22/2009 by caskstrength

Simple Pleasures: Classic drinks are classics for a reason, simplicity.  And respect the grandma. Recently, I just like to make drinks out of the Mr Boston drink book.  Not true really, I haven’t opened the book since a brutish cannuk … Continue reading →

Posted in bitters, brandy, Classic Cocktails, Gin, rum, tequila, vodka, whiskey | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Chartreuse

Posted on 11/07/2008 by caskstrength

So I was in a conversation with what will continue to be an unnamed bartender from a very exclusive French joint, and he was explaining the high-end fuck buddies that he cultivates through his position. Less than 2 sentences later, … Continue reading →

Posted in brands, Gin, maraschino, recipes, rules, tequila | Tagged , | 1 Comment