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Pousse Café, So You Say
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May 13, 2024 | by Robert Sorrentino | Topic: Cocktail Trivia
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Until recently most had never heard of Pousse Cafe. Originally a Pousse Cafe was a basic after dinner cordial. The Miriam-Webster dictionary defines it as “coffee chaser”, and cites the first known use in 1862. Recently it has evolved into a layered trendy party drink with multiple flavors.
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Cinco De Mayo, More Popular Than Super Bowl?
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April 25, 2024 | by Ara Jamgochian | Topic: Holidays
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For many Americans, Cinco de Mayo means enjoying Mexican food and drinks. Interestingly, some research firms report that Americans buy more beer for Cinco de Mayo than for the Super Bowl or St. Patrick`s Day. But Cinco de Mayo, which means May 5 in Spanish, is probably one of the most misunderstood Mexican holidays.
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Saint Patrick’s Day
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February 28, 2024 | by Robert Sorrentino | Topic: Holidays
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Did you know that the first St. Patrick’s Day parade was held in NYC in 1762, by homesick Irishman? A band of Irish ex-patriots and military members serving with the British Army held the parade at the time when “wearing of the green”, was a symbol of Irish Pride, but banned in Ireland. Read on for more interesting facts.
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Moscow Mule Trivia
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February 24, 2024 | by Robert Sorrentino | Topic: Cocktail Trivia
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If you`re like me, you thought the Moscow Mule had it’s origins in Moscow, or at least in Russia. It just goes to show that not everything is in a name.
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How To Prepare A Cocktail Glass
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February 08, 2024 | by Robert Sorrentino | Topic: How To
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There are two types of “frosted” glasses. For “frosted” drinks, glasses should be stored in a freezer or buried in shaved ice long enough to give each glass a white, frosted, ice cold look and feel.
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To Stir Or Shake? That Is The Question
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February 08, 2024 | by Robert Sorrentino | Topic: How To
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Do we stir a drink, shake it or serve it as is? Except for layered drinks, a well mixed drink gives a uniform and well balanced flavor.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
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December 07, 2023 | by Robert Sorrentino | Topic: Holidays
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Drinqz. We would like to help you with your home Christmas and New Year festivities by presenting some of our favorite recipes.
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