What are some good cocktails

[frozensparky]

I started to watch mad men recently (set in the 50s). Other than giving me a wicked craving to start smoking again (quit in 98) it's making me want to try some classic cocktails.

So lately I've tried classic martinis which I find very good as well as an old fashioned which is probably my new favorite.

Ang and I are looking at holding a throwback party later in the summer with classic cocktails so list your favorites so I can try a few out to decide what's going to be on the menu.

[paolo59]

There is nothing better than a gin and tonic with a lime! Tanqueray

[ISAID69]

There is nothing better than a gin and tonic with a lime! Tanqueray[/QUOTE]

Agreed, Bombay Saphire is the key to a good gin & frolic - Makes the girls clothes fall off

[frozensparky]

Funny, the martini I had last week was the first gin drink I have ever tried. It's a nice light flavor so I will have to give the gin and tonic a try.

[steffo99]

First drink I ever had, in 1989 - Snowball
I stick to beer if out but still like this one.

[hmmmm16417]

Haha. I used to mix 50/50 amp energy drink (green) with corona extra, add two shots of Apple pucker and a slice of lemon. Once you get used it, goes down smooth and gives you a buzz that makes you bounce off the wall

[frozensparky]

First drink I ever had, in 1989 - Snowball

Looks pretty good and easy

Haha. I used to mix 50/50 amp energy drink (green) with corona extra, add two shots of Apple pucker and a slice of lemon. Once you get used it, goes down smooth and gives you a buzz that makes you bounce off the wall

I do vodka red bull and lemonade sometimes but I want some old time cocktails

[cowboybiker]

Milk and Pepsi

[sumolgi]

I do vodka red bull and lemonade sometimes but I want some old time cocktails

substitute crown royal for the vodka and banana liqueur for the lemonade, drop it in the red bull in a shot glass and it's called a King Kong Bomb.

If you have an apple device you might want to look at a free app called "Drinks and Cocktails". It has a pretty extensive recipe library. FWIW

[velvetmudhole]

Manhattan

[DasPhilosopher]

Manhattan

ill give it a shot.

[velvetmudhole]

ill give it a shot.

I don't think you'll be disappointed.

[mcbourque]

My first cocktail was probably cinzano with ice before dinner with my family (kids start drinking a bit around 10 or so in my family)
Bloody Cesar (which I didn't know is very Canadian) was also popular. So was the typical summer Pastis.

As a teenager, all us girls had a cocoa-cognac phase going clubbing in Montreal. Kahlua-cognac and milk. I remember once the bar ran out of milk and had to send someone to the corner store for more LOL

I really don't drink much anymore but I love a good single malt over ice and I was all over those Mai Tai in Hawaii

[frozensparky]

If you have an apple device you might want to look at a free app called "Drinks and Cocktails". It has a pretty extensive recipe library. FWIW

I'll take a look thanks

Manhattan

Whiskey probably my favorite spirit so I may like that one.

[frozensparky]

Bloody Cesar (which I didn't know is very Canadian) was also popular. So was the typical summer Pastis.

Ang tried ordering a Caesar in Vegas and most places don't carry clamato juice. Very Canadian I guess

Funny that I love clams and tomato but clamato juice turns my stomach. I prefer the Bloody Mary with straight tomato juice

[mcbourque]

Ang tried ordering a Caesar in Vegas and most places don't carry clamato juice. Very Canadian I guess

Funny that I love clams and tomato but clamato juice turns my stomach. I prefer the Bloody Mary with straight tomato juice

Clamato is still pretty hard to find in the US but I can get the spicy kind in my local grocery store. I like it just to drink plain - makes me feel like I having vegetable (sorta kinda lol).

[ISAID69]

Clamato is still pretty hard to find in the US but I can get the spicy kind in my local grocery store. I like it just to drink plain - makes me feel like I having vegetable (sorta kinda lol).

Apparently what happens in Canada stays in Canada.. Vegas did you hear that! No Clamato?

[trickyB]

There is nothing better than a gin and tonic with a lime! Tanqueray

Diet Tonic for those of us dieting down.

[whatevergirl]

Lemonade and vodka over ice, is refreshing and a good cocktail, I think. Cosmopolitans might be fun too, not sure if they are 'throw back' though.

[Frnkd]

Blue Hawaii

Ingredients

3/4 oz light rum
3/4 oz vodka
1/2 oz Blue Curacao
3 oz pineapple juice
1 oz sweet and sour (lemon juice and sugar)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients with ice and mix in a blender
Serve in a tall glass, not forgetting the colored umbrella
Turn on Elvis singing the movie’s signature song
Share with someone special

[velvetmudhole]

Op , I want an invite to this party. Lol. Seriously, sounds like its going to be fun

[Phattso]

Mojitos. Fun to make with friends and fun to drink many with friends.

And, very delicioso.

[Nikonguy]

Rusty Nail

3 parts scotch to 1 part Drambuie.
Over ice; lemon twist optional.

[so-tex]

on weekends So-Tex puts a little umbrella in each one of his lone star beers and fantasizes about being in Hawaii.

I haven't had a Lone Star since grade school. I remember my dad keeping a refrigerator full of Lone Star in the barn. Whenever one of us got thirsty, we would drink one.

[V-240]

I like me a Negroni once in a while...

http://cocktails.about.com/od/atozco...ngrni_cktl.htm



Better yet, just some straight whiskey... screw it.

[Bando]

I prefer the Bloody Mary with straight tomato juice

yes with some hot sauce and coarse black pepper, hard to beat.

[demike]

If I don't order a beer when I am out, I usually order a Vodka and Pineapple. Probably not what you are looking for though.

[weiss1967]

The best cocktail for me is Martini BIANCO 50/50 with vodka and couple ice cubes. You can also do it with Cinzano, but again, it has to be bianco. Not Dry Sec, not Rossi but Bianco. Unfortunately BC Liquor Store chain does not carry it, the only way to get it is from states or at least from duty-free store at the border. Makes exceptionally pleasant summer evening drink, flavour and all. Goes well with cigars too, kind of wash the mounth between puffs. Good follower at a card playing table. Sips touch sweet and tingly and it is loaded. Good luck and have fun.

[DuracellBunny]

When in doubt go with a long island iced tea, not only does it taste good, it's as strong as rocket fuel.

Gin
Vodka
Tequila
White rum
Orange liquor
Lime
Coke

[x-trainer ben]

I started to watch mad men recently (set in the 50s). Other than giving me a wicked craving to start smoking again (quit in 98) it's making me want to try some classic cocktails.

So lately I've tried classic martinis which I find very good as well as an old fashioned which is probably my new favorite.

Ang and I are looking at holding a throwback party later in the summer with classic cocktails so list your favorites so I can try a few out to decide what's going to be on the menu.

http://drinks.seriouseats.com/2013/0...ml?ref=sidebar
http://listverse.com/2008/02/08/top-...sic-cocktails/
http://intoxicologist.net/2009/07/21...ktail-recipes/
http://www.foodandwine.com/slideshows/classic-cocktails

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