Great Southern Recipes

Classic Sidecar

The sidecar is a classic cocktail traditionally made with cognac, orange liqueur (Cointreau, Grand Marnier or another triple sec) and lemon juice. The exact origin

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Old Fashioned

I would like to reintroduce an old favorite, the Old Fashioned. Although touted to be the original cocktail, through time and many different versions it

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Clyde’s Kiwi Kiss

Usually my monthly offering consists of a somewhat historical approach, attempting to excite our readers about some forgotten spirit, or a vintage cocktail or variation

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Catch 22

As the art that is “small batch distillation” evolves, the spirits that we now have the pleasure of coming to know continue to impress, and

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Pineapple Caipirinha

A few months ago I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to attend a wonderful event hosted by world-renowned mixologist Armando Rosario — a

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Three French Hens

I typically prepare for my monthly contribution to our newsletter by spending time trying to dig up the recipe for some prehistoric libation, or knocking

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Mint Julep

For those of you that have met me, you could probably quickly tell that I am a true “Southerner.” I was born and raised right

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Hurricane Classic

I would be willing to bet that 99.9% of everyone out there who has even slightly indulged in imbibery has heard of the Hurricane …

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Dios Mio

“My God! My goodness!” The English translation for this fiery cocktail could not be more appropriate; it is truly “not for the timid”! Crafted with

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The Red, White, and Blue

The history of Pensacola, Florida, is rich with patriotism. For those who may not be familiar with our heritage, Pensacola was the first European-settled city

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