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From Colleen Graham, your Guide to Cocktails

Review Month continues as this week I have a gin and three flavored vodkas to share and a couple of drink recommendations for each. More reviews coming up next week!

Also, Friday marks another National Rum Day and to help you celebrate I have pulled a number of fun rum cocktails out of the collection. You will find those on the right and at the very bottom of this issue. If you want to browse the entire collection of rum cocktails, you will find that at here: Rum Cocktail Recipes.

Cocktail of the Week: Embassy Cocktail

This classic cocktail has been a favorite for many since it was created in the 1930's. The mix is one of brandy, rum, Cointreau, lime, and bitters with the first three poured in equal measure, so not only is it tasty, it is easy to remember and add to your regular repertoire. Get the recipe...

Enjoy Tanqueray Malacca Now
Here is some exciting news for gin lovers: earlier this year Tanqueray Malacca came back out on the market. Though its appearance will be brief, with just 10,000 cases available in this limited edition, this is your chance to enjoy a favorite sweet gin in some of the best classic cocktails... The full review
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Effen Salted Caramel Vodka
Here we have a candied vodka that also has a savory touch to offset the sweetness. One of my new favorites from the dessert vodka trend, it is a lot of fun to drink and mix... The full review
Search Related Topics:  vodka  flavored vodkas  vodka reviews

New Amsterdam Coconut and Citron Vodkas
Not only does New Amsterdam create some great flavored vodkas with a smooth wheat base, but they are affordable. At just $15 a bottle, these can easily become your go-to well vodkas for these particular flavors... The full review
Search Related Topics:  vodka reviews  flavored vodkas  vodka

August Cocktail Contest: Lemonade
There is still half of the month left to submit your recipe for the lemonade contest. There are some great entries already in the queue and I've chosen a couple (at random) to share today... Share yours today
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