E Tonico
A bittersweet cross between the Negroni and the Gin & Tonic.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
Anthony Schmidt’s Kingston Negroni
A winning take on the modern classic made with the unexpected addition of oloroso sherry.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
Barbacoa
Muddled bell peppers and Fresno chiles embody the farm-to-glass ethos of early culinary cocktails.
- story: Mary Anne Porto
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
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 on the classic built on a split base of Old Tom and London dry gin.
- 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