Craft Spirit Cocktails

WOODY CREEK GINGER BOURBON HIGHBALL

A flavorful twist on a classic whiskey highball cocktail. Refreshing and easy drinking with a zesty bite.

• 1.5 oz Woody Creek Bourbon Whiskey
• 3 oz Ginger beer
• 1 dash Bitters
• Measure and add bourbon and bitters to a highball glass with ice, stir until chilled; top with ginger beer, stir gently and serve

SPICY MEZCAL MARGARITA

A margarita variation, with a kick! This version utilizes a wild, smokeless mezcal to bring out bright green pepper notes coveted in a spicy margarita.

• 2 oz Mezcal Metiche
• 1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
• 3/4 oz Agave syrup
• 1 Lime wedge
• Dash of spicy bitters
• Measure and add all ingredients except lime wedge to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously until chilled; strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice, then garnish with lime wedge and serve

EL PINTOR TEQUILA MARGARITA

A refreshing spin on a classic Martini. With aromas of citrus and ripe fruit, your taste buds will be transported to a place of relaxation; follow their lead.

• 2 oz El Pintor Tequila
• 1/2 oz Sweet white vermouth
• 2 dashes Orange bitters
• Lemon peel
• Measure and add all ingredients except lemon peel to a mixing glass with ice, stir until chilled; strain into a martini glass and garnish with lemon peel

MONTE PYTHON

A one-of-a-kind savory riff on a spirit forward cocktail that traditionally calls for whiskey. This recipe features two un-aged Latin spirits with the quality and complexity to rival the classic version.

• 3/4 oz Capurro Pisco Acholado
• 3/4 oz El Mero Mero Mezcal Espadin
• 1/2 oz Orange liqueur
• 1/4 oz demerara syrup
• Dash of bitters
• Pinch of salt
• Measure and add all ingredients except orange peel to a mixing glass with ice, stir until chilled; strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice, garnish with orange peel and serve

SWEDISH NEGRONI

This twist on a classic gin cocktail uses a bright and herbaceous Swedish aquavit to create a more textured balance of bitter and sweet.

• 1 oz Åhus Akvavit
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet vermouth
• Orange peel
• Measure and add all ingredients except orange peel to a mixing glass with ice, stir until chilled; strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice and garnish with orange peel, then serve

PISCO PUNCH

Created and immortalized at the Bank Exchange Saloon on San Francisco's Barbary Coast in the late 1800's, this refreshing classic remains a city staple and a worldwide favorite.

• 2 oz Capurro Pisco Acholado
• 3/4 oz Pineapple gum syrup
• 3/4 oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Lemon peel
• Measure and add all ingredients except lemon peel to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously until chilled; strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice and garnish with lemon peel, then serve

BEE'S KNEES

The phrase “bee’s knees” was prohibition-era slang for “the best.” The classic gin cocktail that emerged from the era is given new depth using this unique barrel aged gin to add layers of minerality.

• 2 oz Bimini Barrel Gin
• 1 oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 tablespoon Honey
• Lemon peel
• Measure and add all ingredients except lemon peel to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously until chilled; strain into a coupe glass with fresh ice, garnish with lemon peel and serve

MEZCAL PALOMA

One of the national drinks of Mexico, this thirst-quenching cocktail is an agave lover’s staple. Refreshing, simple, and perfectly satisfying.

• 1.5 oz Mezcal Legendario Domingo Espadin
• 1 oz Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
• 3 oz Soda water
• 1 Lime wedge
• Salt
• To rim the glass, pour salt onto a plate. Rub the rim of the glass with the lime wedge and then dip the rim into the salt, spin slowly until the rim is lightly coated in salt
• Measure and add mezcal and grapefruit juice to a highball glass with ice, stir gently until chilled; top with soda water and a squeeze of fresh lime, stir gently and serve

SAISON RUM DAIQUIRI

The daiquiri is the simplest and purest form of a cocktail, showcasing the perfect balance of strong, sweet, and sour. In simplicity, quality is imperative, but variation is easy. Try different offerings from the Saison Rum line to find your favorite.

• 2 oz Saison Pale Rum
• 3/4 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
• 3/4 oz demerara syrup
• Lime peel
• Measure and add all ingredients except lime peel to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously until chilled; strain into a coupe glass, garnish with lime peel and serve

Provided by Ren Perakis and the entire team of specialists at Craft Spirits. For videos to assist in helping you prepare these cocktails, please click on the following link: https://vimeo.com/drinkcraftspirits