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Learn how to make craft cocktails at home with these 3 essential template cocktails. Check out our new Cocktail Dad Essentials kit with everything you need to get started https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/essentials-kit Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Get Perfectly Clear Ice DIY At Home - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xnQsXfP5Gg Buy from supplier - https://ice.thecocktaildad.com/ // Old Fashioned Bourbon or other whiskey 2oz | 60ml Simple syrup 1/4oz | 15...

Besides apples, the fall season means pears, lots and lots of pears. So I've worked up a few recipes here to enhance with those extra pears you have lying around. Get more by joining the Cocktail Dad club (for free) at https://thecocktaildad.com // Pear Bourbon Sour Bourbon 2 oz | 60 ml Pear concentrate ½ oz | 15 ml Fresh lemon juice ¾ oz | 22.5 ml Maple syrup ¼ oz | 7.5 ml Egg white optional Garnish: Lemon twist How: Add all ingredients to a shaker. If using egg white, shake with ice first,...

I love this time of year. Kids back in school, cooler nights, and apples, loads and loads of apples. It's in these moments we are tested as Cocktail Dads. We must rise to the occasion and find the most nobel of uses for the fruit of the season. And of course that means cocktails. Delicious, apple flavored cocktails, made with all fresh ingredients of course. Enjoy these 3 amazing fall cocktails made from a single apple concentrate. Learn more and join the Cocktail Dad Club (for free) at https://...

When my friend Mateo at @DeliciousSidequest told me about this I didn't believe him. Coffee added to a Negroni? You're nuts. But alas, I was wrong. Proving once again to always experiment and push boundaries. Get more like this by joining the Cocktail Dad club (for free) at https://thecocktaildad.com // Coffee Negroni Plymouth Navy Strength gin 1.5oz | 45ml Sweet Vermouth 1oz | 30ml Campari 1oz | 30ml Barspoon of fresh espresso Orange for Garnish // Find clear ice suppliers in your area 🧊 http...

I've always wondered if the pre-made cocktails are any good. In this video I look at 4 of the most popular ready-to-drink Old Fashioneds that you can find at common stores in California. Get more like this by joining the Cocktail Dad club (for free) at https://thecocktaildad.com // How to make crushed ice at home 👉 https://youtube.com/shorts/rHNpTGLemM4 // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juice-o-matic-2 Citrus Peeler - https://shop.thecocktaild...

This drink breaks my brain a little. I know it's the official drink of the Kentucky Derby and should signify Spring is coming soon. But to me it feels more like an Iced Old Fashioned with Mint and an easy way to transition into the fall season. That's why the Mint Julep is special, it exists in multiple places at once. Get recipes and more like this by joining the Cocktail Dad Club (for free) at https://thecocktaildad.com / How to make crushed ice at home 👉 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/rHNpTG...

I love when you can take a spirit like Whiskey and make it refreshing. It's that unexpected combo that makes the Whiskey Smash special to me. Get recipes and more by joining the Cocktail Dad Club (for free) at https://thecocktaildad.com // How to make crushed ice at home 👉 https://youtube.com/shorts/rHNpTGLemM4 // Whiskey Smash Bourbon or Rye 2oz | 60ml Lemon Juice .75oz | 22ml Rich Simple Syrup .5oz | 15ml 6 mint leaves inside shaker Shake all ingredients in tin with ice Double strain into l...

In my neighborhood it seems everyone has a passion fruit vine which all produce at the same time. So every year I'm looking for fun ways to use these incredibly tart and funky fruit. This is the best way I've found which produces one of the absolute best margarita variants you'll ever have. Get more by joining the Cocktail Dad club (for free) at https://thecocktaildad.com // Passion Fruit Margarita Blanco Tequila 1oz | 30ml Espadin Mezcal 1oz | 30ml Fresh Lime Juice 1oz | 30ml *Rich Simple Syru...

Clear ice is beautiful, it melts slower, and it lets people know that you're a true Cocktail Dad and deserve respect. That last one isn't guaranteed, but it can't hurt. In this video I breakdown the different ways to get that beautiful clear ice you see at fancy cocktail bars from the easy level to pro. Find a clear ice supplier in your area here - https://ice.thecocktaildad.com Buy the ice molds here - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/clear-ice-mold Klaris Mini on Amazon - https://amz...

To me summer is spritz season which typically for me has been an Aperol based spritz. But recently I discovered a different version that somehow is even better, especially if you're a fan of less sweet drinks. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Campari Spritz Sparkling Wine 3oz | 90ml Campari 1oz | 30ml Soda Water 2oz | 60ml Orange slide for garnish Combine in wine glass with crushed ice, enjoy outside with friends! // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://...

I have a friend that hates Campari. This is what I served him to bring him over to the dark side. I truly think this is the best gateway into the wonderful world of Campari. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Rome with a View Campari 1oz | 30ml Blanc Vermouth 1oz | 30ml Lime Juice 1oz | 30ml Rich Simple Syrup 0.5oz | 15ml Shake with ice Pour into highball glass and fill with ice Top off with club soda // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://shop.thecocktai...

This drink is one I recently discovered in Spain and I really enjoy. There are many variants of it but the one I have here is based on how I first had it. Feel free to adjust to your liking and play around with it! Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // The Hugo Spritz Sparkling Wine 3 oz | 90ml St-Germain 1oz | 30ml Sparkling Water 1oz | 30ml Fresh mint Lemon Slice Build in a chilled wine glass, combine ingredients and stir, garnish with mint and lemon // Gear Recommenda...

I love having people over, and among my friends, I've become popular for my margarita.

My wife and I don't get a ton of date nights these days. The kids make sure of that. So when we do we want to make them count. For us this is a fun way to get things started before we head out. This is the Freezer Door Carajillo. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com Watch the Freezer Door Series 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnNHa5ITTo-tbVzPf6NqYGV9a8rFSnmJ // Freezer Door Carajillo Reposado Tequila (12 oz | 355 ml) Licor 43 (18 oz | 530 ml) Cold Brew Concentrat...

In the event a friend pops over or I'm just tired and don't feel like making a cocktail, this is how I end the night with no more than 3 seconds of effort. This is the Freezer Door Old Fashioned. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com Watch the Freezer Door Series 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJnNHa5ITTo-tbVzPf6NqYGV9a8rFSnmJ // Freezer Door Old Fashioned Bourbon (22oz | 650 ml) Rich Syrup (3oz | 90 ml) Angostura Bitters (0.75 oz | 22 ml) Orange Bitters (0.25 oz |...

I discovered this recently on a trip to Valencia Spain and fell in love. It's the perfect summer BBQ drink but be careful because it will put you to sleep quick! This is the Agua de Valencia. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Agua de Valencia Orange juice (1 cup | 250ml) Vodka (.5 cup | 125ml) Gin (.5 cup | 125ml) Cava or Sparkling Wine (1 cup | 250ml) *Sugar to taste, optional // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juice...

Sometimes I feel the sugar in refreshing cocktails can be too much. In those instances I want something lighter and citrus based. That's when I reach for this drink, the Ranch Water. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Ranch Water Blanco tequila (2oz | 60ml) Fresh Lime (1oz | 30ml) Sparkling water (4–6 oz | 120–180 ml) Lime wheel for garnish Salt, optional // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juice-o-matic-2 Citrus Peeler...

It's summer here in Spain which means a few things. But one of which is the drinks get lighter and more refreshing. And this drink here is a truly great one that they love down in Andalucia. This is the Rebujito. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Rebujito Manzanilla Sherry “vino de jerez” (2oz / 60ml) Lemon Juice (1oz / 30ml) Simple Syrup (1oz / 30ml) Club Soda (4oz / 120ml) // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juice-o-m...

Contrary to popular belief, Sangria isn't really a thing here in Spain except for tourist areas. And the good news is this drink is better and far easier to make. This is the Tinto de Verano. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Tinto de Verano Cheap Red Wine (2-4oz / 60-120ml) Simple Syrup (.5oz / 15ml) Club Soda (4oz / 120ml) Orange Wheel Garnish * Adjust all ingredients to taste // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juic...

This drink is here to officially kickoff of summer! Two years ago I found a drink that I think looks good, tastes good, and is the perfect way to kickoff summer. This is the Aperol Spritz. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Aperol Spritz Aperol (2oz / 60ml) Club Soda (1oz / 30ml) Sparking Wine (3oz / 90ml) // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 2.0 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juice-o-matic-2 Citruis Peeler - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/citrus...

Originally born as a mocktail, and still one I go back to that way, this drink is crisp, ridiculously easy, and just a notch above the usual suspects. Perfect for those warm backyard days, kids running wild, grill going, and a drink in hand that feels a little more intentional than the standard go-to. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Horse's Neck 1.5oz (45ml) Scotch 2 Dashes Angostura Aromatic Bitters Ginger Beer Long Lemon Peel // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic ...

Skip the beer this time. This 2-ingredient Scotch & Soda is light, refreshing, and exactly what you want in your hand while the grill’s going. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Scotch and Soda 45 ml (1.5 oz) Scotch whisky Top with soda water Garnish with citrus wedge // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 5000 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juicer Mixing Glass - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/mixing-glass Stirring Spoon - https://shop.thecocktaild...

You only live once, but if you live how I live, once is enough. That's the phrase that came to mind when drinking this Rat Pack era cocktail. It's only 2 ingredients but packed with tons of flavor and is a great night-cap. Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // Rusty Nail 1.5 oz (45 ml) Scotch 0.75 oz (25 ml) Drambuie Lemon Peel Garnish // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 5000 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juicer Mixing Glass - https://shop.thecocktaildad.co...

Two ingredients. No fluff. But when you get it right, it’s smooth, rich, and just a little bit dangerous. Don't miss out! Join the Cocktail Dad club at https://thecocktaildad.com // The Godfather 1.5oz (45ml) Blended Scotch 0.75 oz (22.5ml) Amaretto Add ingredients to mixing glass filled with ice and stir. Strain over large cube in an old fashioned glass. Garnish with citrus peel. // Gear Recommendations Juice-o-Matic 5000 - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juicer Mixing Glass - https...