Georgina Torbet
Georgina Torbet is a cocktail enthusiast based in Berlin, with an ever-growing gin collection and a love for trying out new recipes. When she's not in her other life writing about science she's sampling local craft beers, hunting down interesting Italian amaros, or making strange and experimental cocktails for anyone who stops by her compact but much loved home bar.
The secrets to hosting a great cocktail party
If you love making your own cocktails, there are few things more fun than inviting some friends or family round for a cocktail party.
Get cozy with these pumpkin spice and apple cider tequila cocktails
One spirit you might not consider mixing with pumpkin spice is tequila - but its agave notes can go with the spice combo if you lean into the fruity flavors.
This take on a Amaretto Sour was a cocktail party smash
At a recent cocktail party I held, I was surprised but delighted to find that there was one drink I made which everyone enthusiastically enjoyed.
Whip up these easy whiskey cocktails for your Thanksgiving celebration
If you haven't made plans for your Thanksgiving celebrations yet and hosting family or friends, now is the time to think about what you'll be serving.
The cocktails we love to make with Gray Whale Gin
A great gin is not only a pleasure to drink in a Gin & Tonic; it also adds nuance and interest to cocktails and any other mixed drinks that you use it in.
The one essential you need to host a great cocktail party
While I have a fine selection of spirits and I love using them to mix interesting drinks, there's one rule I always fall foul of and I imagine you do too.
Wow your guests with these seasonal cocktails for Thanksgiving
There's just one thing left to make a Thanksgiving party a success, and that's some seasonal themed cocktails.
We love these classy cognac cocktail recipes
You needn't be too fussy when creating a mixed drink using cognac.
The sweet toothed with love these easy batched holiday cocktails
Here at The Manual we're big fans of batched cocktails, especially when you're hosting a large group.
We can’t wait to make these Chicken Cock Whiskey cocktails for the holidays
Chicken Cock Whiskey is a proud Kentucky brand which isn't too precious to suggest mixing delicious cocktails with its spirits.
We’re feeling these cozy tequila cocktails for fall
Tequila can also be mixed into tasty and cozy seasonal drinks, as these recipes from Tequila Corralejo show.
Treat yourself to a cheeky adult dessert with Gin & Tonic popsicles
Have some fun with your G&T by freezing it into popsicle form.
Expand your Tiki cocktail skills with this Don’s Mix recipe
If you're planning a Tiki party, or if you just want to expand your skillset and your home bar to make more Tiki drinks, then learn how to make Don's Mix.
Make your life easier with batched cocktails for Thanksgiving
If you plan in advance you can make your drinks before your guests even arrive, then have a pitcher or punch bowl from which people can help themselves.
Get ready for the holidays with these festive whiskey cocktails
We've got some cocktails featuring Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey to get you into the holiday mood.
Serve Cognac and Champagne at your next party for the ultimate indulgence
Cognac is a terrific spirit to mix with Champagne, as the combination of grape-based drinks makes for a luxurious and indulgent mix.
Add some juiciness to your Espresso Martini with this peach recipe
If you love a fruity coffee and you fancy experimenting, then why not try leaning into the fruit notes of an Espresso Martini?
Upgrade this beloved cocktail that’s lemon sorbet in a glass
The Sgroppino is an Italian classic you'll also see referred to as a frozen lemon drop. Make a tweak to the recipe for even more flavor.
You need to try the savory cocktail trend this fall
The sweet - bitter continuum isn't the only way to think of cocktail flavors. An corner of the flavor world that's having a trendy moment is savory cocktails,
We love this combination of bourbon and apple cider for the fall
There's no taste more reminiscent of the fall than crisp apple cider, and it's a great ingredient to include in your cocktails.
What cocktails to make with cream liqueur
You can pour cream liqueur into your coffee or drink it with ice cream as a dessert, but there are more complex cocktails you can make with it as well.
Try a raspberry take on a spritz with the Chambord Spritz
If you love a spritz but want a new take on the drink, then a fun suggestion is to try using Chambord in place of the Aperol.
How to mix Mexico’s other spirit, Sotol, into fall cocktails
While Sotol is traditionally drunk neat, especially after a meal, it can also be used in cocktails and mixed drinks.
Discover Rome’s best-kept secret with the Negroni Formidabile
On a recent trip to Rome, I discovered something wonderful: a new to me amaro called Amaro Formidabile.
Break the rules with these seasonal single malt whisky cocktails
If you want a great-tasting cocktail, you should use the best ingredients you can get your hands on.
Tequila and coffee make the perfect pair in these seasonal cocktails
If you love a cup of coffee in the morning, and you love a cocktail in the evening, then why not combine the two into a late-night caffeinated treat?
We love these fall cocktails from The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
When it comes to fall cocktails, you can capture the spirit of the season without being entirely literal, and get creative with some lesser seen ingredients.
Try these candy-inspired peanut butter cocktail shots
If you can't get enough of Halloween candy, then you might enjoy some sweet candy-inspired shots.
Pair your leftover Halloween candy with bourbon cocktails
With leftover Halloween candy lying around, why not embrace the delights of a candy - cocktail pairing evening?
Fresh and fruity mezcal drinks for Día de los Muertos
As Día de los Muertos is celebrated across Mexico, the US, and beyond this weekend, now is a great time to try some tastes of Mexico in your cocktails.
The Marigold Margarita adds floral syrup to the classic cocktail
A recipe from the brand 1800 Tequila makes use of marigold syrup to create a seasonal variation on the classic margarita cocktail.
Mezcal cocktails for Día de los Muertos
With Día de los Muertos this weekend, here are a selection of mezcal cocktails for the holiday.
Get tropical but spooky with these coconut liqueur cocktails
If you fancy a throwback and a fun Halloween themed treat, then we have four cocktail recipes demonstrating different uses for coconut rum.
Get Dark ‘n Stormy with these rum cocktails
If you're looking to get into the Halloween mood, there are plenty of fun and tasty rum cocktails to take advantage of Goslings rum.
Killer Halloween cocktails from craft spirits
These cocktails feature craft spirits from CraftCo., used in considered combinations for a slight more grown-up Halloween theme.
Spiced rum punch for a crowd
A great way to enjoy tasty cocktails without the stress is to make batched drinks - here's a crowd-pleasing spiced rum berry punch.
Playful Halloween cocktail inspiration from the islands of the Maldives
If you're a fan of cocktails with fun and stylish flourishes and you're looking for some inspiration for a Halloween bash, peep at these spooky concepts.
Classy tequila cocktails for your high-end agave spirits
These cocktails from 1800 Tequila are perfect for showing off the best of your high-end bottles.
Create a fall flavored Sidecar cocktail using Calvados
You'll most often see Calvados drunk as a digestif after a meal. But its fruity flavors make it great for adding to cocktails as well.
Dark and moody cocktails for spooky season
With the dark night of Halloween coming on, you can have some fun with drinks that are an equally dark hue.
Three elegant cocktails from Janelle Monáe’s Halloween Party
For those looking for a classy way to toast this week, Bourbon brand Basil Hayden has worked with Janelle Monáe to create three spooky cocktails.
Pick from black or red with these colorful Halloween margaritas
With Halloween just around the corner, it's time to prepare drinks menus for any parties you have coming up -- and here's one for the margarita lovers.
Combine two beloved cocktails for a morning treat with the Dirty Bloody Mary
The Dirty Martini is beloved for adding a splash of olive brine. And the principle works equally well for adding more salt and olive flavors to the Bloody Mary.
Autumn vibes: Essential tequila cocktails you need to try this season
The changing weather doesn't mean you have to leave tequila behind, here are some tequila cocktail recipes that are perfect for autumn.
Sweet treat whiskey cocktails for Halloween
You can have some sweet fun with whiskey, as these Halloween cocktail recipes from Chicken Cock Whiskey show.
The Devil’s Negroni is a Halloween cocktail for gin lovers
The negroni gets it very own variation for Halloween, as a special treat for the gin lovers and the enthusiasts for bitter cocktails.
Learn to love Fernet-Branca with these shot recipes
Fernet-Branca is an ingredient that bartenders love and almost everyone else seems to hate. But these shot recipes might change your mind.
Unusual Mexican cocktails for National Mezcal Day
Today we have two more unusual mezcal cocktails, both of which capture the flavors of Mexico in different ways.
Embrace Japanese citrus with this Yuzu Martini cocktail
This recipe shows off some of the flavors of Japan, bringing together Haku Japanese craft vodka from the House of Suntory with juice from the yuzu citrus.
Explore the fruity flavors of cognac with the Tercet Tropical cocktail
This cocktail recipe leans heavily into the fruity notes, making use of an unusual jam syrup as well as pineapple juice.