CREATIVE & INCLUSIVE CALGARY COCKTAIL CLASSES FOR FUN-LOVING ADULTS

Peach & Quiet: A Summer Peach Mocktail with Thyme

Zero proof peach and thyme sour

What’s the difference between triple sec and Cointreau — and does it matter? This post explores how these orange liqueurs compare, when to use each in cocktails, and how to make your own. Plus, we dive into top triple sec cocktails (including a Canadian favourite) and non-alcoholic swaps for every kind of drinker.

Your Guide to Rhubarb Cocktails and Gin in Calgary

Rhubarb Gin Cocktail Calgary

What’s the difference between triple sec and Cointreau — and does it matter? This post explores how these orange liqueurs compare, when to use each in cocktails, and how to make your own. Plus, we dive into top triple sec cocktails (including a Canadian favourite) and non-alcoholic swaps for every kind of drinker.

Natural Ways to Colour Your Cocktails (With or Without the Booze)

Natural colours and ingredients for cocktails

What’s the difference between triple sec and Cointreau — and does it matter? This post explores how these orange liqueurs compare, when to use each in cocktails, and how to make your own. Plus, we dive into top triple sec cocktails (including a Canadian favourite) and non-alcoholic swaps for every kind of drinker.

The Canadian Bijou: A Cocktail Fit for the True North

Canadian Bijou: A Cocktail Fit for the True North

The Bijou cocktail has long been a hidden gem in the world of classic drinks, but what if it had been crafted with Canada in mind? By swapping sweet vermouth for Saskatoon berry wine and using an oaken gin, this version brings a bold Northern twist to a storied cocktail. Whether you’re mixing up the original or a uniquely Canadian variation, the Bijou proves that tradition is just the beginning.

A Toast to the Old Fashioned: Celebrating The Original Cocktail​

Old Fashioned - The Original Cocktail

There’s something about an old fashioned cocktail that just makes you feel sophisticated. Maybe it’s the history behind it, or maybe it’s the fact that you can make so many different variations of it. Whatever it is, there’s no doubt that this drink is a classic! In this blog post, we’ll take a look at where the old fashioned comes from, how to make different variations of it and why it’s such a popular choice among cocktail drinkers.

The Art of Dilution: When You Want It and When You Don’t

Cocktail dilution

Dilution is often seen as a bad thing in cocktails. It can water down the drink, making it less flavourful and less potent. But there are times when you want dilution, and times when you don’t. In this blog post, we’ll talk about what dilution is, how it affects your cocktails, and when you should and shouldn’t be using it!

How The Ice King Changed The Way We Drink Cocktails

Blocks of ice

Dilution is often seen as a bad thing in cocktails. It can water down the drink, making it less flavourful and less potent. But there are times when you want dilution, and times when you don’t. In this blog post, we’ll talk about what dilution is, how it affects your cocktails, and when you should and shouldn’t be using it!