From Ireland, via Frisco, with love
By Kevin Hopper With the winter party season at its peak, winter warmers are likely being poured in taverns everywhere as you read this. One of my favorites involves strong coffee, a touch of cream and a kiss of quality Irish whiskey. The story of the famed Irish coffee is actually a bit more American than Irish. The original concoction was indeed created in Ireland — at an airport bar, believe it or not. It was subsequently exported by travel writer Stanton Delaplane in the
Italian classic Negroni lifts bitter to a new level
Bitter is perhaps the least desired flavor. But note that it is still a flavor on your palate. How do you like your coffee? Cream? Sugar? Lots of cream? Lots of sugar? If so, this drink isn’t for you. The Negroni is a storied cocktail that, when ordered, lifts the spirits of any bartender worth their salt. Maybe it’s because so few people order it, but flavor wise, it is one of the most intriguing classic cocktails in the lot. Distinct to be sure, this Italian entry into the
