In celebration of National Cocktail Day on March 24, Clase Azul is debuting the tequila brand's latest cocktail: The Reposado Royale. Here's how you can enjoy this refreshing and complex cocktail in the comfort of your own home. Ingredients 3/4 ounce, Clase Azul Tequila Reposado 1/4 ounce, ... More

THE COCKTAIL Begin the night with a traditional Brazilian drink, or batida , recommends Esteban Ordoñez of NYC hot spot Burning Waters Cantina. This creamy avocado number is mildly sweet from the cachaça (Ordoñez used one by Leblon) and brightens up with a splash of lime. Batida de Avocado 2 oz Cachaça 3/4 oz fresh squeezed ... More

There are plenty of things to love about rosé—it has that gorgeous pink hue, it pairs well with just about anything and, above all, it’s symbolic of the breezy, carefree attitude we temporarily adopt for a few months each summer. “Summer means sun, terraces, light cooking and salads—we want freshness ... More

"I’m a tequila drinker first and foremost, so I love having a high-end sipping tequila with such a unique approach," says Toro chef Ken Oringer. "It’s like drinking a Cognac but with clarity." He's talking about the extra-aged, Cognac-finished 1800 Milenio, a sleekly bottled spirit new this month from 1800 Tequila ($125 ... More

“The Blueberry Lemonade has been a staple on our artisanal cocktail menu for a number of years,” Kevin O’Reilly, a bartender at the Castle Hill Inn in the very summery town of Newport, Rhode Island, says. This libation celebrates not just the season, but the unique ... More

There’s an effortless elegance associated with all things French. Even the simplest item, like the lemonade or “pressé” served in French cafés, is made to order using fresh-pressed lemons, water and sugar. According to master mixologist Nick Mautone, cocktails inspired by the classic French beverage make the perfect summer drink. “They’re easy ... More