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It’s summer and it’s getting hot outside, so you’ll want to cool off with a drink that’s just as refreshing as it is cool, and what’s better than a Mojito at this time of year. The Mojito is a sweet Cuban cocktail that is made from five simple ingredients, white Rum, sugar, lime, mint leaves and carbonated water, and it’s just as refreshing as it is popular. If you’re not a fan of sweet drinks, then you can always add an Angostura bitter to cut its sweetness, but it won’t be an authentic version that you’ll find served in Havanna. To prepare this drink you’ll need to gently muddle your mint leaves with fresh squeezed lime juice and sugar in a highball glass using either a fork or if you’re lucky enough to have one, muddler to coat the inside of the glass. Be sure that you only bruise the mint leaves and don’t shred them, then top your glass with ice and pour in the white Rum while stirring to dissolve the sugar. Finally you’ll top off the glass with carbonated water or club soda, and garnish with a slice of lime and mint. If you’re tending bar for your friends, then this drink is ready to be served and be sure that you’ve made one for yourself, you deserve it.

3 fresh mint sprigs
2 tsp sugar
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 1/2 oz light rum
club soda
Highball Glass

Compass Box Oak Cross, Highland Vatted Malt Scotch Whisky, Scotland 750ml

If you’re looking for whiskey with a truly worldly taste, then you may be interested in this highland scotch from Compass Box. You’ll appreciate the complexity that this single malt offers in every sip, thanks to its unique cask aging. A blending of single malt whiskies, this Oak Cross scotch is first aged in American oak and is then finished in special casks that combine American oak bodies and new French oak heads. You’ll detect the subtle flavor of spice and clover with a sweet maltiness that results from this form of aging. It’s the subtle notes and hints that lends this highland scotch its wonderful flavor. When you’re ready to have a whiskey that blends the best of Europe and America in every bottle, then you’ll enjoy every sip of Compass Box Oak Cross Highland Vatted Malt Scotch Whisky.

Glenmorangie 18 year Highland Scotch Whisky 750ml

You don’t have to be a sophisticated drinker to enjoy this rare Scotch, but those in the know have appreciated this 18 year old beauty for quite some time. In this malt scotch whiskey, you’ll experience a rich bouquet with a rounded flavor that you can see in its dark and warm color. Thanks to its slow maturation over 15 years in old bourbon casks and its final 3 years in Spanish Oloroso Sherry casks, this Glenmorangie Scotch has a texture that is as smooth as silk with a long finish that is enticing. This 18 years aged Scotch has a hint of sweet dried fruit that is balanced with a dry nutty Oloroso flavor, that is appealing to all tastes. It doesn’t matter whether you have years of experience with Scotch or have yet to taste your first mouth-filling dram, you’ll always appreciate the sophisticated delights of Glenmorangie 18 year Highland Scotch Whisky.

Bulleit Bourbon 90 Proof 750ml

If you prefered drink is Bourbon, then you’ll want to taste what Bulleit offers in this drink category. In Bulleit Bourbon you’ll get consistency, as it is distilled and aged in small batches that is stored in a single-story warehouse during the maturation process. A bourbon that’s aged for no less than 6 years in flame charred American White Oak barrels, give Bulleit its distinct color and flavor. The final product is mingled but not blended which produces a mature drink that is smooth, even at 90 proof. When you’re ready for a great American Bourbon, then buy a bottle of Bulleit Bourbon that is always consistent in nose and taste with the smoothness that anyone can appreciate.

Cheers – Martini Shaker, w/set of 4 Martini glasses

Once you’ve decided that the Martini is your drink of choice or just a drink that you would regularly enjoy, then you’ll need the proper barware and stemware to prepare and serve this drink. With the Cheers Martini Set you’ll have the equipment, including a set of 4 Martini glasses and a Martini Shaker that will allow you to mix this classic drink to perfection. Now that you know how to make a Martini and have your Martini Set you’re only going to need a few friends that will allow you to be their bartender, so you can begin practicing your mixology skills. The Cheers Martini Shaker Set With 4 Martini Glasses is available from Mikasa and will allow you to showcase your bar tending skills in high style.

The Martini has been one of the most popular drinks of sophisticates for decades, and if you appreciate Gin then you’ll love the Classic Martini. You don’t have to be an international spy jet setting around the world to enjoy this world-class cocktail. To fully experience this king of cocktails you’ll need the following ingredients, starting with the most important, a Martini glass, Dry Gin, Vermouth and either a lemon twist or olive to garnish. Before you begin, you will want to chill your Martini glass by filling it with ice that you can discard before pouring your drink.

3½ oz. Dry Gin
1 tsp. Dry Vermouth
Lemon twist or olive for garnish

The Classic Martini is very simple drink to make by simply combining the Dry Gin and Vermouth into mixing glass with ice and shake or stir, which is dependant on your preference. After you’ve sufficiently mixed the two, just strain the mixture into your chilled Martini Glass and garnish with your choice of either a lemon twist or olive. Now all you have to do is save the world, and you’ll have truly earned this drink.

The Macallan 12 year Highland Scotch 750ml

This is consistently great Scotch from the Highlands with its unique and complex combination from its oak cask maturing. Aged for 12 Year Old this Scotch gets its rich color and character with delicate hints of dried fruits, spice and chocolate orange from the sherry seasoned European oak casks. These casks from northern Spain help to create a Single Malt that has a full body with intense flavor that the most discerning connoisseur will appreciate. So when you’re ready to experience a delicate Scotch with a complex flavor that has extraordinary smoothness, then you’ll enjoy every dram of The Macallan 12 Year Old Highland Scotch.

Bushmills 10 year Single Malt

For those of us that enjoy a nice whiskey, there’s nothing quite like single malt and Bushmills qualifies as one that anyone can enjoy. This whiskey comes from Northern Ireland’s County Antrim, and is aged 10 years in American Oak casks after being distilled three times from 100% malted barley that affords it soft vanilla notes. With it’s rich warming character, this single malt whiskey from Bushmills is perfectly complemented by its honeyed sweetness. With its amazing smoothness you’ll want all of your friends to try Bushmills 10 Year Single Malt, but we know you’ll really want to keep it for yourself.

If you’ve ever had a Long Island Iced Tea, then it was probably a very memorable drink for you. If you want this recipe to serve at your next party or just for yourself, then you’ll need a few ingredients before you and your guests can enjoy this one of a kind drink. There is no tea required, but you’ll need vodka, tequila, rum, gin, triple sec, Coca-Cola and sweet and sour mix before you can begin making your very own Long Island Iced Tea. Although you don’t need to have a party to enjoy this drink, so here is how to make a Long Island Iced Tea for one with the measures.

1 part vodka
1 part tequila
1 part rum
1 part gin
1 part triple sec
1 1/2 parts sweet and sour mix
1 splash Coca-Cola

Take the above ingredients and mix them together over ice in a shaker and give it a brisk shake. Serve in a Collins Glass while making sure there is just a bit of fizz at the top, and garnish it with lemon. Now you can sit back, relax and enjoy your drink.

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