Five Modern Riffs on the Classic Pimm’s Cup
Five takes on the quintessential Wimbledon refresher, from a cachaça- and Aperol-laced version to one spiked with beer.
- story: Punch Staff
- photos: Daniel Krieger
Hard Water
Erik Adkins garnered notoriety at Charles Phan's first restaurant The Slanted Door by mixing Charles H. Baker classics and his own riffs, many of which have become modern classics to…
Hot Buttered Rhum Cider
This strong, hot, rich drink is shelter from a cold San Francisco night.
Bumble Bee
A crowd favorite, this frothy, rich and bright drink is from Charles H. Baker’s The South American Gentleman’s Companion.
Agricole Rhum Punch
“One of sour, two of sweet, three of strong, four of weak” is the recipe for Victorian-era punch.
CA Bartenders React to the New Glove Requirement Law
Across California, bartenders are grappling with a new law requiring them to wear gloves behind the bar. Citing environmental issues and safety concerns, five bartenders and owners share their thoughts.
- story: Leslie Pariseau
- photo: Daniel Krieger
Filibuster
San Francisco bartender Erik Adkins uses the basic Whiskey Sour blueprint for this autumn-inspired drink.
Holland Gin Cocktail
A small measure of Curaçao complements the juniper-heavy genever and the dash of orange bitters in this streamlined riff on Jerry Thomas's Improved Holland Gin Cocktail.
