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.
We can’t wait to make these gorgeous tequila holiday cocktails
While many people opt to mix tequila with light, fruity flavors, this versatile spirit can work equally well with wintery flavors like pumpkin and amaros.
Get dark and moody with these spiced rum holiday cocktails
Spiced rums are one of those spirits which are enormously popular in simple mixed drinks like a rum and coke, but can be a bit of a challenge to mix cocktails with.
Toast to the season with these holiday bourbon cocktails
Winter is the season for sitting by the fire, for cozy sweaters and wool mittens, for the festive holiday time — and also for bourbon.
Toast the year’s end with these luxury tequila cocktails
While some end of year cocktails are bubbly, there's always a place for a well made drink, in a traditional formulation, using high quality ingredients.
Throw a winning bash with these easy holiday punch recipes to share
When it comes to hosting for a crowd, we’re big fans of in advance. If you’re hosting more than five or six guests, then trying to make everyone individual cocktails will be very challenging and you’ll be at the bar all night rather than having the chance to socialize — and it’s even more challenging […]
Welcome the new year in style with these classy gin cocktails
These recipes from Silent Pool Gin feature the gin's smooth profile and delicately floral flavor.
We’re ready to toast the festive season with these tequila cocktails
If you're a tequila enthusiast who's looking forward to Christmas, then we have a selection of festive cocktails that will hit the spot.
Get cozy with this herbal take on the Hot Toddy using Amante 1530
The Tuscan Toddy is a drink from Italian aperitivo brand Amante 1530 which adds a herbal, aromatic twist to the Hot Toddy.
Celebrate New Year in style with these stunning gin cocktails
Winter might be the traditional time for whiskey cocktails, but with some inventiveness it can be the season for gin as well.
Sip on these celebratory cocktails to welcome the new year
If you're looking to get ahead of the game for planning your New Year's Eve celebrations, these fun and festive cocktails are sure to set the mood.
These cocktails from Tequila Cazadores look as good as they taste
Part of the fun of the holiday is putting together elaborate spreads, including drinks which aren't only tasty, but look good too.
Make the dark time merry with these tasty winter vodka cocktails
If you're a vodka fan, then there's no reason you shouldn't enjoy vodka cocktails all year round.
We’re loving these warming bourbon cocktails for the festive period
Cold winter nights are the ideal time for sipping bourbon, the most warming and coziest of the spirits. But if you fancy mixing your bourbon into cocktails as well as enjoying it neat, then you could try out some of the — or you could try some recipes specially for the festive season. These recipes […]
This Puerto-Rican inspired riff on the Coquito uses Scotch Whisky
This year, Buchanan's Scotch Whisky has put out its own take on the Coquito as part of a campaign celebrating Hispanic American holiday traditions.
We’ve got our eyes on NoMad London’s herbal, complex spiked hot chocolate
Most hot chocolate additions tend toward the sweet and creamy - but not this one.
Celebrate Pantone’s Color of the Year with these on-trend cold brew cocktails
Pantone’s Mocha Mousse is a rich, warm brown for 2025, and here are some trendy cocktails in a hue to match.
Shochu isn’t just for sipping – try it in these holiday cocktails
The brand iichiko Shochu has come up with a range of holiday cocktails which show off Shochu to its best.
We’re longing to try this Aussie take on a classic Negroni
An Australian-inspired restaurant has come out with its own Aussie take on the classic Negroni cocktail.
Indulge yourself this winter with these creamy holiday cocktails
The holidays are a time when people look for cozy, warming drinks and like to indulge in all things sweet, creamy, and luxurious.
Can you freeze eggnog? Key info for winter party prep
Sometimes you'll end up with bountiful eggnog leftovers, and you'll find yourself wondering what to do with more eggnog than you can drink.
Ring in the new year with these timeless classic rum cocktails
While there are still several weeks until New Year's Eve, it's worth thinking about getting ready for a party if you're planning on hosting.
We’ll be making this jolly bright green Grinchmas cocktail this month
Tis the season for fun and colorful holiday cocktails, but today's recipe is one that stands out for its use of an unusual cocktail flavor: matcha.
Chocolate lovers will adore this sweet coconut Coquito cocktail
We've got an example of a sweet and creamy cocktail with flavors of white chocolate and coconut that is perfect for making in large batches to serve to a crowd.
Impress your guests with these holiday cocktails from Three Dots and a Dash
These holiday creations from beloved Tiki bar Three Dots and a Dash are playful and fun, but also seriously considered in terms of flavors and techniques.
Taste the flavors of the season with these apple and cinnamon cocktails
For cocktails at this time of year, you can look to the trending ingredients of apple and cinnamon for inspiration when crafting your creations.
This Pumpkin Spice Sidecar cocktail is the perfect farewell to autumn
Before we say goodbye to the season of flannel and falling leaves, there's still time to squeeze in some last pumpkin spice fun.
Raise a glass to Repeal Day with these whisky cocktails
91 years ago today, Prohibition was officially lifted and alcohol once again became legal to buy and consume in the U.S.
This carrot-based signature cocktail is blowing my mind
I've been yearning for a carrot-based cocktail for years. Maybe this is it?
We think these forgotten gin cocktails deserve a comeback
Over the centuries there have been a huge range of gin cocktails created, many of which have faded into obscurity. But some of these deserve to be brought back.
These classy cocktails capture the viral snow globe cocktail trend
If you've been on TikTok lately, you've likely seen the viral snow globe cocktail trend that's everywhere as people create fun and playful drinks.
Get cozy and festive with these holiday cocktails featuring tequila
Tequila might be an iconic ingredient for classic summer cocktails, but it isn't only suited to drinking in the warmer months.
We love the holiday cocktails from San Francisco’s Dirty Habit
Holiday cocktails often lean toward the sweet and sugary, but that isn't the only way to do a festive cocktail.
Take a dreamy tropical vacation with Bomba Estéreo’s favorite cocktail
If you're dreaming of warmer times, sat on a beach in the beaming sun, then we have a tropical cocktail to remind you of the summer.
You’ll never guess what this bar adds to its Espresso Martini
One of the marks of a great drink is the many ways in which you can vary it to change up its taste and emphasize different flavors within the base ingredients.
We love these sweet treat holiday cocktails featuring coffee liqueur
If you love your gingerbread men, candy canes, and pumpkin pie then we have a trio of recipes that will be right up your alley.
Get ready for the cold months with these seasonal rum cocktails
I love to use rum in an Espresso Martini as the rich, chocolatey flavors are a natural fit for coffee, giving the drink more depth and interest.
Wow your guests with this rum punch for Thanksgiving
We've extolled the virtues of batching your cocktails before, especially if you know you're going to be busy while you're hosting.
This season’s trendiest cocktail ingredient is corn
If you're out and about in trendy cocktail bars this winter, you might find yourself stumbling across an unexpected ingredient on your cocktail menu: corn.
Spritzes aren’t just for summer – try this winter pomegranate version
There's perhaps no drink more iconic of summer than the Aperol Spritz. But spritzes needn't only be for summer.
Indulge your sweet tooth this Hanukkah with this tasty, seasonal cocktail
Colombian brand Bacan Guaro have a suggestion for a warm and tasty Hanukkah cocktail, making use of its modern take on the traditional spirit aguardiente.
Emilia Clarke’s new cocktail is a classy classic
Actress and style icon Emilia Clarke has a new signature cocktail out, as part of her work as Pegasus Distillerie global brand ambassador.
Not just the espresso martini – try these other coffee cocktails too
Everyone loves an Espresso Martini, but that's not the only way to feature coffee in your cocktails.
Try these tasty mezcal coffee cocktails for National Espresso Day
Today is National Espresso Day, so coffee enthusiasts are delighting in the excuse to enjoy the pinnacle of all coffee drinks.
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.