Comprehensive Beverage and Cocktail Formulation Guide for Cocktails, Non-Alcoholics, and Prep Recipes

Espresso Martini and Premium Hennessy Variation

The Espresso Martini is a signature cocktail that utilizes Ketel One Vodka as its primary spirit base. The standardized recipe calls for exactly $1.5\,\text{oz}$ of Ketel One Vodka combined with $4\,\text{oz}$ of a specialized espresso mix. There is an established upsell option for this beverage: customers may choose to substitute the Ketel One Vodka for Hennessy for an additional charge of $+\$6$. The drink is traditionally served in a Martini Glass and is garnished with coffee beans. To prepare the cocktail, the bartender must combine ice, the espresso mix, and the chosen alcohol in a shaker. The mixture should be shaken vigorously for a duration of $10-15\,\text{seconds}$ before being strained into the martini glass and finished with the coffee bean garnish.

Tanqueray Hibiscus and Gin-Based Highballs

The Tanqueray Hibiscus is a refreshing gin cocktail composed of Tanqueray, hibiscus syrup, grapefruit, lime, and soda. The specific proportions for this recipe include $1.25\,\text{oz}$ of Tanqueray and $3.5\,\text{oz}$ of Hibiscus Mix. The drink is topped off with approximately $2-3\,\text{oz}$ of soda water. This beverage is served in a Gentleman Glass over cubed ice and is garnished with a piece of dehydrated grapefruit. The preparation method requires shaking all ingredients except for the soda water together in a shaker. After shaking, the liquid is strained into the glass over fresh ice and then topped with the soda.

Dark ‘N Pineapple Storm and Rum Specialties

The Dark ‘N Pineapple Storm is a vibrant cocktail featuring Captain Morgan Dark Rum, pineapple, lime, and ginger beer. The recipe requires $1.5\,\text{oz}$ of Pineapple juice (specifically noted as Can AM), $0.5\,\text{oz}$ of lime juice, and $2\,\text{oz}$ of Fever Tree Ginger Beer. This base is topped with $2\,\text{oz}$ of Captain Morgan Dark rum. The cocktail is presented in a Copper Mule Mug with cubed ice. It is garnished with both dehydrated lime and mint. Unlike shaken drinks, this cocktail is built directly in the glass, and the preparation concludes by floating the rum on top of the other ingredients.

Belvedere Berry Spritz and Fruit Infusions

The Belvedere Berry Spritz is a layered cocktail utilizing Belvedere Vodka and Chambord as its core spirits. The measurements for this drink are $1.5\,\text{oz}$ of Belvedere, $\frac{3}{4}\,\text{oz}$ of Chambord, and $2\,\text{oz}$ of Prosecco. Additional ingredients include a splash of soda to top the drink, $\frac{1}{4}\,\text{oz}$ of lemon juice, $4$ muddled raspberries, and $\frac{1}{2}\,\text{oz}$ of simple syrup. It is served in a wine glass with cubed ice and garnished with a lavender sprig, a fresh raspberry, and a lemon peel. The preparation requires the raspberries to be muddled with simple syrup at the bottom of the wine glass first. The glass is then filled with ice, and all remaining ingredients are added before topping the mixture with soda.

Casamigos Watermelon Cocktails

The Casamigos Watermelon features Casamigos Blanco Tequila blended with watermelon, lime, and simple syrup. The specific recipe consists of $1.25\,\text{oz}$ of Casamigos Blanco and $3.5\,\text{oz}$ of Watermelon Mix. This cocktail is served in a Gentleman Glass with cubed ice and is garnished with a watermelon triangle. The method of preparation involves filling a Collins glass with ice initially, though the ingredients are poured into a shaker to be shaken together. The mixture is then strained over fresh ice in the designated glass and garnished with the fruit triangle.

Johnnie Walker Yuzu Mint Highball

The Johnnie Walker Yuzu Mint Highball is a scotch-based drink that incorporates Johnnie Walker Scotch, yuzu syrup, mint, and soda. The recipe calls for $1.25\,\text{oz}$ of Johnnie Walker, $1\,\text{oz}$ of Yuzu Syrup (Infusion), and $6$ fresh mint leaves. The drink is topped with $3-4\,\text{oz}$ of soda water. Served in a highball glass with cubed ice, it is garnished with a mint sprig. The preparation is straightforward, requiring the bartender to build the drink directly in the glass, provide a light stir, and then add the garnish.

The Bull Energy Cocktail

The Bull is a simple yet potent cocktail that pairs Ketel One Vodka with Watermelon Red Bull. The recipe uses exactly $1\,\text{oz}$ of Ketel One Vodka and between $4-6\,\text{oz}$ of Watermelon Red Bull. This drink is served in a Collins glass with cubed ice. It is garnished with dehydrated lime and the actual Red Bull can. To prepare The Bull, the vodka and Red Bull are added to a glass filled with ice, garnished with the lime, and served with the remaining portion of the Red Bull can on the side.

The French 75 and Champagne Service

The French 75 is a classic gin and champagne cocktail made with Tanqueray, lemon juice, and simple syrup. The recipe includes $1\,\text{oz}$ of Tanqueray, $\frac{1}{2}\,\text{oz}$ of fresh lemon juice, $\frac{1}{3}\,\text{oz}$ of simple syrup, and $2\,\text{oz}$ of Champagne. This cocktail is served in a coupe glass and is finished with a lemon twist garnish. The preparation follows a building method where the gin, lemon juice, and syrup are placed in the glass first, and the Champagne is added as the final step before garnishing.

Bloody Seafood Caesar and Varietal Options

The Bloody Seafood Caesar is a comprehensive beverage featuring Ketel One Vodka, Clamato, Worcestershire, and hot sauce. The standard recipe uses $1.5\,\text{oz}$ of Ketel One and Clamato mix, which is filled to the rim of a tall glass with cubed ice. It is garnished with a celery stick and lemon. The preparation method involves rimming the tall glass with lemon juice and Bloody Caesar mix. One celery stick must be placed in the glass before adding ice. After filling with ice, $1.5\,\text{oz}$ of Ketel One is added, and the glass is topped with Clamato mix to the rim. It is served with a tall straw and lemon. A specialized Seafood Variation exists which uses a Lucille’s glass, $1.5\,\text{oz}$ of Ketel One, and $\frac{1}{2}\,\text{tsp}$ of horseradish; this version is left on the raw pass.

Passionfruit Mojito with Tajin Rim

The Passionfruit Mojito is a tropical variation of the classic mojito, utilizing Captain Morgan White Rum, lime, mint, and passion fruit. The recipe requires $2\,\text{oz}$ of Captain Morgan White, $2\,\text{oz}$ of sweet and sour syrup, $8-10$ fresh mint leaves, $2\,\text{oz}$ of passion fruit mix, and $3\,\text{oz}$ of club soda. It is served in a tall rocks glass with cubed ice and includes a mint spear, dehydrated lime, and a Tajin rim as garnish. To prepare, the glass is rimmed halfway with Tajin and filled with ice. In a shaker, the mint leaves are muddled with lime juice and simple syrup. The passion fruit puree and white rum are then added and stirred. The mixture is poured into the glass, topped with soda, and garnished.

Non-Alcoholic Beverage Recipes: Spritzes and Tonics

The non-alcoholic Grapefruit Rosemary Spritz is made with $3\,\text{oz}$ of grapefruit juice, $\frac{1}{2}\,\text{oz}$ of rosemary syrup, and is topped with soda water. It is served in a wine glass with cubed ice and a rosemary sprig garnish. The preparation involves filling the glass with ice, pouring the juice and syrup, stirring briefly to chill, and topping with soda. The Cucumber Tonic is another non-alcoholic option, consisting of $2\,\text{oz}$ of fresh cucumber juice and $0.25\,\text{oz}$ of fresh lime juice, topped with tonic water. This is served in a highball glass with cubed ice and a thin cucumber ribbon garnish. The method requires filling the glass with ice, adding the juices, stirring once, topping with tonic, and garnishing with the ribbon.

Watermelon Fresca and Batch Prep Recipes

The Watermelon Fresca is a non-alcoholic beverage made from $5\,\text{oz}$ of Watermelon Fresca Mix and $2\,\text{oz}$ of soda water. This drink is served in a Collins glass with crushed ice. The preparation involves filling the glass with crushed ice, pouring the mix in, and topping with soda. The Watermelon Fresca Mix is a batch prep recipe requiring $3130\,\text{g}$ of watermelon, $270\,\text{g}$ of ginger, $480\,\text{g}$ of sugar, and $470\,\text{g}$ of lemon juice. These ingredients are combined, blended, strained, chilled, and bottled. Additionally, Fresh Cucumber Juice for the Cucumber Tonic is batched using $6-7$ peeled English cucumbers, which are blended or juiced, fine strained through a chinois, chilled immediately, and held refrigerated for a maximum of $24\,\text{H}$.

Specialized Oyster Cocktails and Shots

Lucille’s Dirty Martini is a specialized cocktail (marked for confirmation) that uses $2.5\,\text{oz}$ of Ketel One Vodka, $0.5\,\text{oz}$ of Dolin Vermouth, and a dash of olive juice. This drink is garnished with a premium oyster. The method involves stirring the ingredients and straining them into a martini glass before adding the oyster garnish. The Oyster Bomb is a unique shot featuring $0.75$ of Clamato Mix and $0.25$ of Vodka. It requires a Caesar rim on a shot glass. The shot is prepared by applying the rim, filling the glass with the specified amounts of Clamato mix and vodka, and placing a premium oyster (denoted as $ oyster) on top as a garnish.