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A Vesper Cure for Your Vodka Woes

February 16th, 2009 by Meli J.

   

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A Vesper Cure for Your Vodka Woes       The Addiction: Vodka SodaThe Prescription: The VesperThe Bartender: Jackie Patterson, Heaven's Dog, San FranciscoHave you been bad, really bad? You didn't know that each time you order a Vodka Soda, a kitten dies, did you?Well don't feel too bad, there are plenty of kittens in the world ... More »

A Big Year for Booze: Looking Back at Cocktail Culture in 2008

January 26th, 2009 by Dominic V.

   

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A Big Year for Booze: Looking Back at Cocktail Culture in 2008       Bartender Dominic Venegas (Bourbon & Branch, Cantina, Range, Gitane) shares a recap of the cocktail culture in 2008, beverage predictions for 2009, as well as his go-to hangover remedy, ideal to replenish and soothe after a big night out-In 2008, we saw cocktail culture thriving and ... More »

Grey Lady @ Rye

January 22nd, 2009 by Meli J.

   

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Grey Lady @ Rye       The Grey Lady was created by Greg Lindgren for the January 2009 Nirvino Mixology Contest at Jardiniere. Greg is a mixologist and owner at Rye in San Francisco.Bergamot is one of the hardest fruits to find. It's actually the scent of Earl Grey Tea....basically the difference between ... More »

Oofty Goofty @ Jardiniere

January 21st, 2009 by Christian S.

   

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Oofty Goofty @ Jardiniere       The Oofty Goofty was created by Brian MacGregor for the January Nirvino Mixology Contest at Jardiniere. Brian is a mixologist at Jardiniere in San Francisco.Oofty Goofty was a street performer in the Barbary Coast era of San Francisco. He got his start by tar and feathering himself with ... More »

Gin Newton @ Absinthe

January 20th, 2009 by Christian S.

   

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Gin Newton @ Absinthe       The Gin Newton was created by Jonny Raglin for the January Nirvino Mixology Contest at Jardiniere. Jonny is a mixologist at Absinthe in San Francisco.Gin Newton @ Absinthe1 3/4 oz No 209 Gin3/4 oz Fig Cordial3/4 oz Meyer Lemon Juice1/2 oz Orgeat Syrup3 dashes Szechwan ... More »

Room 209 @ Thirsty Bear

January 18th, 2009 by Christian S.

   

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Room 209 @ Thirsty Bear       Up and comer Alex Smith has re-tooled the cocktail menu at Thirsty Bear and started the location on its way to becoming known for mixology as well as beer. Room 209 is a great example of the style of cocktails Alex enjoys and the style of drink you'll find at the Bear. It's simple, ... More »

Baywater VesPear @ Aziza

January 16th, 2009 by Christian S.

   

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Baywater VesPear @ Aziza       The Baywater VesPear was created by Brian Galli for the January 2009 Nirvino Mixology Contest at Jardiniere. Brian is a mixologist at Aziza in San Francisco.Baywater VesPear @ Aziza1 1/2 oz. No 209 Gin3/4 oz. Hanger One Spiced Pear Vodka3/4 oz. Fresh Muddled Pears1/2 oz. Lillet Blanc1/4 ... More »

Dolcinea @ Bourbon & Branch

January 11th, 2009 by Christian S.

   

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Dolcinea @ Bourbon & Branch       This was my personal favorite at the December 2008 Nirvino Mixology Contest. It has that signature Bourbon & Branch richness and sophistication. Once you taste it, you can imagine being served this drink in a 1930s speakeasy just as easily as present day B & B. The egg whites are dry ... More »

Passion & Pagne @ The Four Seasons

January 10th, 2009 by Christian S.

   

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Passion & Pagne @ The Four Seasons       A bold and daring cocktail, mixing an eclectic variety of spirits in the glass, including Bols Genever and Kubler Absinthe. If you can open your mind to new experiences and unique tastes, you'll thoroughly enjoy this effervescent and complex drink. For some people, the sweeter, malty ... More »

Pumpkin Pie @ The Redwood Room

January 10th, 2009 by Christian S.

   

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Pumpkin Pie @ The Redwood Room       If there was a contest to make a cocktail that tasted as close to pumpkin pie as possible, this drink would win hands down. Instead, this delicious libation won the award for best use of Navan Vanilla Liqueur at the December 2008 Nirvino Mixology Contest. A perfect cocktail for the ... More »

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