From Faith: Normally I drink coladas under a palm tree for a week in the winter, but when I tried contributor Anthony DeSerio’s healthy piña colada, I knew it would be a go-to cocktail for friends straight through September. (Or longer!) Anthony said his first interest was in getting rid of that “blue can” store mix […]
Cocktails
The Sexy Mexican Paloma
From Faith: Margaritas are fun but we think it’s a real party when you start shaking up the Sexy Mexican Paloma cocktail for your friends. Our contributor Anthony DeSerio, a Connecticut barender, created this delight by pairing tequila with ruby red grapefruit juice and a touch of honey. This is a beautiful summer sipper. And […]
Introducing the Awesome Booze Popsicle!
From Faith: I know and fully appreciate how lucky I am—that I can call up our frequent contributor, Connecticut bartender Anthony DeSerio, and request that he make whatever’s floating around in my imagination. This time, boozy, fruit-based popsicles came to mind as an entertaining way to enjoy a cocktail with your friends; we think this could […]
Alex’s Sangria Recipe
You can easily make Alex Province’s sangria recipe your own. Use a red, white, or even a rosé wine. As long as the wine is unoaked, you’ll have a tasty sangria. Add the brandy or leave it out. Use any fruit you like to infuse the sangria with flavor: apples, melon, limes, lemons, peaches. Anything with a rind would be good.
Cocktail: Fabulous Frozen Summer Punch
From Faith: Open your liquor cabinet and grab a bottle of your favorite spirit. Open the refrigerator and grab your favorite summer fruits. A little fresh mint and you have the makings of a fabulous frozen summer punch, thanks to our contributor, Anthony DeSerio. The fresh fruit flavor of this punch will make your guest think […]
The Town Plot Collins
Named after the west end neighborhood in Waterbury, Conn., this drink, from the Highland Brass Company, was voted Best Craft Cocktail in the 5th annual Martini Competition by Anthony DeSerio. DeSerio knows his stuff. He’s President of the United States Bartenders Guild, Connecticut Chapter.
