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Georgina Torbet

Georgina Torbet

Georgina Torbet is a cocktail enthusiast based in Berlin, with an ever-growing gin collection and a love for trying out new recipes. When she's not in her other life writing about science she's sampling local craft beers, hunting down interesting Italian amaros, or making strange and experimental cocktails for anyone who stops by her compact but much loved home bar.

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Chocolate lovers will adore this sweet coconut Coquito cocktail

We've got an example of a sweet and creamy cocktail with flavors of white chocolate and coconut that is perfect for making in large batches to serve to a crowd.
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Impress your guests with these holiday cocktails from Three Dots and a Dash

These holiday creations from beloved Tiki bar Three Dots and a Dash are playful and fun, but also seriously considered in terms of flavors and techniques.
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Taste the flavors of the season with these apple and cinnamon cocktails

For cocktails at this time of year, you can look to the trending ingredients of apple and cinnamon for inspiration when crafting your creations.
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This Pumpkin Spice Sidecar cocktail is the perfect farewell to autumn

Before we say goodbye to the season of flannel and falling leaves, there's still time to squeeze in some last pumpkin spice fun.
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Raise a glass to Repeal Day with these whisky cocktails

91 years ago today, Prohibition was officially lifted and alcohol once again became legal to buy and consume in the U.S.
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This carrot-based signature cocktail is blowing my mind

I've been yearning for a carrot-based cocktail for years. Maybe this is it?
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We think these forgotten gin cocktails deserve a comeback

Over the centuries there have been a huge range of gin cocktails created, many of which have faded into obscurity. But some of these deserve to be brought back.
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These classy cocktails capture the viral snow globe cocktail trend

If you've been on TikTok lately, you've likely seen the viral snow globe cocktail trend that's everywhere as people create fun and playful drinks.
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Get cozy and festive with these holiday cocktails featuring tequila

Tequila might be an iconic ingredient for classic summer cocktails, but it isn't only suited to drinking in the warmer months.
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We love the holiday cocktails from San Francisco’s Dirty Habit

Holiday cocktails often lean toward the sweet and sugary, but that isn't the only way to do a festive cocktail.
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Take a dreamy tropical vacation with Bomba Estéreo’s favorite cocktail

If you're dreaming of warmer times, sat on a beach in the beaming sun, then we have a tropical cocktail to remind you of the summer.
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You’ll never guess what this bar adds to its Espresso Martini

One of the marks of a great drink is the many ways in which you can vary it to change up its taste and emphasize different flavors within the base ingredients.
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We love these sweet treat holiday cocktails featuring coffee liqueur

If you love your gingerbread men, candy canes, and pumpkin pie then we have a trio of recipes that will be right up your alley.
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Get ready for the cold months with these seasonal rum cocktails

I love to use rum in an Espresso Martini as the rich, chocolatey flavors are a natural fit for coffee, giving the drink more depth and interest.
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Wow your guests with this rum punch for Thanksgiving

We've extolled the virtues of batching your cocktails before, especially if you know you're going to be busy while you're hosting.
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This season’s trendiest cocktail ingredient is corn

If you're out and about in trendy cocktail bars this winter, you might find yourself stumbling across an unexpected ingredient on your cocktail menu: corn.
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Spritzes aren’t just for summer – try this winter pomegranate version

There's perhaps no drink more iconic of summer than the Aperol Spritz. But spritzes needn't only be for summer.
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Indulge your sweet tooth this Hanukkah with this tasty, seasonal cocktail

Colombian brand Bacan Guaro have a suggestion for a warm and tasty Hanukkah cocktail, making use of its modern take on the traditional spirit aguardiente.
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Emilia Clarke’s new cocktail is a classy classic

Actress and style icon Emilia Clarke has a new signature cocktail out, as part of her work as Pegasus Distillerie global brand ambassador.
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Not just the espresso martini – try these other coffee cocktails too

Everyone loves an Espresso Martini, but that's not the only way to feature coffee in your cocktails.
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Try these tasty mezcal coffee cocktails for National Espresso Day

Today is National Espresso Day, so coffee enthusiasts are delighting in the excuse to enjoy the pinnacle of all coffee drinks.
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The secrets to hosting a great cocktail party

If you love making your own cocktails, there are few things more fun than inviting some friends or family round for a cocktail party.
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Get cozy with these pumpkin spice and apple cider tequila cocktails

One spirit you might not consider mixing with pumpkin spice is tequila - but its agave notes can go with the spice combo if you lean into the fruity flavors.
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This take on a Amaretto Sour was a cocktail party smash

At a recent cocktail party I held, I was surprised but delighted to find that there was one drink I made which everyone enthusiastically enjoyed.
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Whip up these easy whiskey cocktails for your Thanksgiving celebration

If you haven't made plans for your Thanksgiving celebrations yet and hosting family or friends, now is the time to think about what you'll be serving.
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The cocktails we love to make with Gray Whale Gin

A great gin is not only a pleasure to drink in a Gin & Tonic; it also adds nuance and interest to cocktails and any other mixed drinks that you use it in.
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The one essential you need to host a great cocktail party

While I have a fine selection of spirits and I love using them to mix interesting drinks, there's one rule I always fall foul of and I imagine you do too.
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Wow your guests with these seasonal cocktails for Thanksgiving

There's just one thing left to make a Thanksgiving party a success, and that's some seasonal themed cocktails.
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We love these classy cognac cocktail recipes

You needn't be too fussy when creating a mixed drink using cognac.
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The sweet toothed with love these easy batched holiday cocktails

Here at The Manual we're big fans of batched cocktails, especially when you're hosting a large group.
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We can’t wait to make these Chicken Cock Whiskey cocktails for the holidays

Chicken Cock Whiskey is a proud Kentucky brand which isn't too precious to suggest mixing delicious cocktails with its spirits.
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We’re feeling these cozy tequila cocktails for fall

Tequila can also be mixed into tasty and cozy seasonal drinks, as these recipes from Tequila Corralejo show.
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Treat yourself to a cheeky adult dessert with Gin & Tonic popsicles

Have some fun with your G&T by freezing it into popsicle form.
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Expand your Tiki cocktail skills with this Don’s Mix recipe

If you're planning a Tiki party, or if you just want to expand your skillset and your home bar to make more Tiki drinks, then learn how to make Don's Mix.
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Make your life easier with batched cocktails for Thanksgiving

If you plan in advance you can make your drinks before your guests even arrive, then have a pitcher or punch bowl from which people can help themselves.
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Get ready for the holidays with these festive whiskey cocktails

We've got some cocktails featuring Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey to get you into the holiday mood.
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Serve Cognac and Champagne at your next party for the ultimate indulgence

Cognac is a terrific spirit to mix with Champagne, as the combination of grape-based drinks makes for a luxurious and indulgent mix.
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Add some juiciness to your Espresso Martini with this peach recipe

If you love a fruity coffee and you fancy experimenting, then why not try leaning into the fruit notes of an Espresso Martini?
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Upgrade this beloved cocktail that’s lemon sorbet in a glass

The Sgroppino is an Italian classic you'll also see referred to as a frozen lemon drop. Make a tweak to the recipe for even more flavor.
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You need to try the savory cocktail trend this fall

The sweet - bitter continuum isn't the only way to think of cocktail flavors. An corner of the flavor world that's having a trendy moment is savory cocktails,
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We love this combination of bourbon and apple cider for the fall

There's no taste more reminiscent of the fall than crisp apple cider, and it's a great ingredient to include in your cocktails.
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What cocktails to make with cream liqueur

You can pour cream liqueur into your coffee or drink it with ice cream as a dessert, but there are more complex cocktails you can make with it as well.
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Try a raspberry take on a spritz with the Chambord Spritz

If you love a spritz but want a new take on the drink, then a fun suggestion is to try using Chambord in place of the Aperol.
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How to mix Mexico’s other spirit, Sotol, into fall cocktails

While Sotol is traditionally drunk neat, especially after a meal, it can also be used in cocktails and mixed drinks.
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Discover Rome’s best-kept secret with the Negroni Formidabile

On a recent trip to Rome, I discovered something wonderful: a new to me amaro called Amaro Formidabile.
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Break the rules with these seasonal single malt whisky cocktails

If you want a great-tasting cocktail, you should use the best ingredients you can get your hands on.
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Tequila and coffee make the perfect pair in these seasonal cocktails

If you love a cup of coffee in the morning, and you love a cocktail in the evening, then why not combine the two into a late-night caffeinated treat?
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We love these fall cocktails from The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

When it comes to fall cocktails, you can capture the spirit of the season without being entirely literal, and get creative with some lesser seen ingredients.
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Try these candy-inspired peanut butter cocktail shots

If you can't get enough of Halloween candy, then you might enjoy some sweet candy-inspired shots.
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Pair your leftover Halloween candy with bourbon cocktails

With leftover Halloween candy lying around, why not embrace the delights of a candy - cocktail pairing evening?