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The Lemon Drop is December 31st Drink of the Day!!

December 31, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Another drink that I wanted to introduce to you is one that is common in today’s bars, but much different than what used to be served. It’s a flaming drink, one that you catch on fire, so be careful when putting this together. Now, you are probably familiar with what’s being served today at the [...]

The Long Island Iced Tea is December 6th Drink of the Day!!

December 6, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

There are a couple stories that exist today on who and when the Long Island Iced Tea was invented. No matter what side of the fence you’re on, it has become one of the most commonly ordered cocktails in the United States. There are also other controversies stemming around this drink. Did it originally have [...]

The Army and Navy Cocktail is November 29th Drink of the Day!!

November 29, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Nothing says tradition in football like the Army-Navy game. Played for the first time on this date in 1890, it’s one of the oldest rivalries in football. The one difference this rivalry has over the others in college football is that this is usually the last competitive football game these players will play in thier senior [...]

The Wine Spritzer and Wine Cooler are October 6th Drinks of the Day!!

October 6, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Once again, I had a time trying to find a drink that would match up with the history of the day. Since it looked as though I wouldn’t have any luck, it came to me that many people out there get upset when a bar doesn’t carry wine spritzers or coolers, because they want to [...]

The Kirsch Martini is August 31st Drink of the Day!!

August 31, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Ah yes! Finally, a back story to the drink of the day that will get your interest. It involves the Hindenburg, (YES!!! That Hindenburg!!) the Zeppelin that was on it’s maiden voyage from Europe to New Jersey, and Mrs Pauline (Schishkin) Charteris, the first wife of Leslie Charteris, the man who brought to life the [...]

The Vesuvius Cocktail is August 24th Drink of the Day!!

August 24, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Mount Vesuvius is the only volcano on mainland Italy to have eruped in the last one-hundred years. The last time it erupted was in 1944. Vesuvius has a history of violent explosions and is considered one of the world’s most dangerous volcanos due to its proximity to a dense population of people, (3 Million). It [...]

The Dorflinger is August 14th Drink of the Day!!

August 14, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Another one of those days where I couldn’t match up the history with the drink. So, as I’ve done before, I wanted to find a classic cocktail that would be interesting enough to try. The one I’ll be introducing today can be found in the Old Waldorf-Astoria Bar Book. This drink is named after a [...]

The Betty Boop Shooter is August 9th Drink of the Day!!

August 9, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Betty Boop has become one of the most recognized cartoon characters in the world. Though you can still see her in many newspaper comic strips, she has brought in millions of dollars in merchandising. What better way to symbolize beauty than that of the world-renowned Ms. Boop. With that said, you’ll be amazed to know [...]

The Capetown Berry Mash is April 29th Drink of the Day!!

June 29, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

In my part of the world today the temperature will be touching the 100F mark. I wanted to find something that would refresh and replenish on such a balmy summer’s day. I think I found the right one. A blend of sour and fruity that will definately be a hit. Just be sure to try [...]