As the weather gets cooler, we start to think about some of our favorite fall and winter beverages. These cocktails are sure to warm you up and keep you in good spirits as the months get colder!

DARK & STORMY

The Dark and Stormy has been a favorite at Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

The spicy, sweet combination of dark rum, ginger beer and tangy lime juice echo the sweet, spicy sounds of Jazz.

They’re easy to mix up at home and enjoy as we move into the colder months.

Dark & Stormy Cocktail

INGREDIENTS

PROCEDURE

  • 2 oz Gosling Black Seal Rum
  • 3 oz Ginger Beer
  • 1/2 oz Lime Juice
  • Fill a highball glass with ice, add rum, ginger beer, and lime.
  • Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge.
  • Enjoy!

BIANCA'S WHITE HORSE

For the menu at The Norm 54, our food and beverage extension of the Studio 54 exhibit at The Brooklyn Museum, Loriana Sanabria curated a series of cocktails that reflected the spirit of excess and indulgence of the disco era.

Bianca Jagger famously celebrated her birthday at Studio 54.

The extravaganza was planned in less than twelve hours and Steve Rubell arranged for Bianca to ride around the dance floor on a white horse led by two nude models covered in shimmer paint and sparkles.

Bianca Jagger Inspired Cocktail

INGREDIENTS

PROCEDURE

  • Hendrick’s Gin
  • Lavender
  • Champagne
  • Garnish with edible glitter and a rock candy swizzle.
  • Disco ball optional.
  • Enjoy!

More Recipes

 

by Loriana Sanabria

 

For the Cocktail

  • 3 Cups Pumpkin Puree

  • 8 Cups Apple Juice

  • 3 tbsp Orange Juice

  • 6 tbsp maple syrup

  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Spice (see recipe below)

For the Garnish

  • Cinnamon sticks

  • Star anise

  • Sliced apples (toss in lemon juice to prevent browning)

  • Pumpkin spice mix

 

For the Pumpkin Spice

1/4 cup ground cinnamon

2 tsp ground nutmeg

½ tsp ground ginger

½ tsp ground cloves

¼ tsp ground cardamom

 

Procedure

  1. Prepare the base. Place all ingredients into a cooking pot and whisk well. Heat over a medium-high heat until mix begins to steam, serve hot. Yields about 2.5-3 quarts.

  2. To serve. Carefully ladle into heat-safe glasses and garnish. For an alcoholic version, add 1 ounce of your favorite spirit. We recommend bourbon or rum.

NOTE: Over time the Pumpkin Puree will start to settle to the bottom of the storage container, stir mix before pouring into glass.

 

Ingredients

  • Rock and rye

  • Angostura bitters

  • Maple syrup

  • Fresh lemon juice

Procedure

Combine 1 ½ oz rock and rye, 1 oz angostura bitters , 2/3 oz maple syrup and ¾ oz fresh squeezed lemon juice in a shaker. Shake and garnish with lemon peel.


 

 

It’s been a hot summer and we’ve rounded up our favorite summer cocktails to help you—and your guests—beat the heat. Best of all, they’re equal parts easy and impressive.


 

Lemonade

Photo: ©Chip Klose | Cocktail by Loriana Sanabria, The Norm

A sweet, tart citrus blast, lemonade epitomizes summer. We’ve upped the game with the Fashionable Astronaut at The Norm. Created by Loriana Sanabria for our latest menu at Maxim’s at The Norm, it’s the perfect summer refresher. Fresh summer fruit like raspberries or, in this case, blackberries, punches up the color and the flavor of a traditional lemonade. To make Loriana’s version at home, add your concentrated blackberry lemonade base to a glass, add the ice cubes, and then slowly pour in chilled seltzer water to get the beautiful ombre effect.

For an adults-only version, add your favorite clear spirit (vodka, gin, or tequila will all work) after the blackberry lemonade and ice, then top with chilled seltzer. It’s sure to be a hit!

Batch Cocktails

Keep your guests hydrated throughout the party—without lifting a finger. Prepare a batch cocktail (also known as a punch or a pitcher cocktail) in advance and let your guests help themselves. Use clear beverage dispensers and layer in fruits, vegetables, and herbs to add color and flavor.

Photo: ©Chip Klose | Cocktail by Loriana Sanabria, The Norm

One cocktail we love right now is Loriana’s Tailor’s White Sangria on the Maxim’s at The Norm menu and an homage to Pierre Cardin’s job as a tailor at House of Dior. Two days before your event, mix white grape juice, pomegranate vodka, orange liqueur, honey, and pinot grigio. Add mint and let it steep, refrigerated. One day before your party, cut up strawberries, lemons, limes, and oranges and soak in pinot grigio.

When you’re ready to serve, combine everything in a large pitcher or dispenser and top with sparkling wine. The mint gives an underlying crisp, refreshing taste, and the sangria is just the right amount of boozy and sweet. Try it today at The Norm at Brooklyn Museum!

 

Popsicle Cocktails

Photo: ©Clane Gessel

Popsicles help guests beat the heat during outdoor parties—and they can serve double duty by keeping drinks chilled. You can add popsicles to everything from sparkling wines to vodka sodas to margaritas. Look for popsicle flavors that will complement your drinks. We’ve

paired sparkling wines pair beautifully with homemade mango, strawberry basil or watermelon mint popsicles.

Photo: ©Gabe Palacio

 

REFRESHING LEMONADE RECIPES TO KEEP YOU COOL THIS SUMMER

With Summer Heating Up, Staying Hydrated Is A Must.

WE’VE GATHERED SOME OF THE BEST LEMONADE RECIPES FOR YOU TO TRY AT HOME, WHILE UTILIZING SUMMER’S BOLDEST FLAVORS.  


Thyme-Infused Pomegranate Lemonade

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups water
2 cups pomegranate juice
4 sprigs thyme leaves, no stems
¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Ice

Directions

Place all ingredients into a pot over medium heat
Bring to a boil
Turn heat to low
Let boil for 10 minutes; Let cool
Blend and strain mixture into a clean container
Add Ice for serving

(Yields 4-6 Servings)


Peach Lemonade

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups water
2 peaches, chopped
¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Ice

Directions

Place all ingredients into a pot over medium heat
Bring to a boil
Turn heat to low
Let boil for 10 minutes; Let cool
Blend and strain mixture into a clean container
Add Ice for serving

(Yields 4-6 Servings)


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Sweet Plum Lemonade

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups water
2 plums, chopped
¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Ice

Directions

Place all ingredients into a pot over medium heat
Bring to a boil
Turn heat to low
Let boil for 10 minutes; Let cool
Blend and strain mixture into a clean container
Add Ice for serving

(Yields 4-6 Servings)

 

 


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Strawberry-Basil Lemonade

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups water
8 strawberries, sliced
1 bunch basil
¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Ice

Directions

Cut strawberries into slices
Place all ingredients into a pot over medium heat
Bring to a boil
Turn heat to low
Let boil for 10 minutes; Let cool
Blend and strain mixture into a clean container
Add Ice for serving

(Yields 4-6 Servings)