Barbacoa
Muddled bell peppers and Fresno chiles embody the farm-to-glass ethos of early culinary cocktails.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
Jägerita
An unlikely modern classic swaps tequila for Jägermeister.
- story: Chloe Frechette
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Whiskey Ginger
Pickled ginger adds extra spice and depth to the two-part template.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: George Stevens
Harrison Ginsberg’s Martinez
A modern take splits the base between Old Tom and London dry gins.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Nico Schinco
Christine Wiseman’s Godfather
Made with a tropical-leaning Scotch, the dive bar staple is delightful any time of year.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
Star Daisy
Bright citrus and autumnal apple brandy make this unsung cocktail applicable year-round.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
Palmetto
A forgotten classic that reads like a rum Manhattan.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
Maison Premiere’s Tom Collins
In a Gimlet-like approach, lemon cordial adds extra brightness to the classic.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
Rattlesnake
A frothy, absinthe-spiked cocktail that's surprisingly balanced.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis