Gin is my favourite spirit. Malfy con limone is probably my favourite. My favourite cocktail is an espresso martini though. I will always judge a place by how good their espresso martini is
Nothing like a good Old-Fashioned. One of the secrets is to singe the orange peel after it's expressed over the glass before dropping in as a garnish and stirring - it adds a lovely smoky note to the drink.
A good dry cider (or at least something with no added sugar to it...).
Alternatively, I love a good dry white wine, specifically a Sauvignon Blanc/Fume Blanc. Definitely more of a white than red person, though I do enjoy a nice spicy or jammy red (South American, especially).
Whisk(e)y drinker here, preferring neat. I like all types, especially if they are sherry-finished.
I like too many for a concise list.
I think Stranahan's is the best bottle most people sleep on. It's a Single Malt made in the US, so most Scotch drinkers dismiss it because "it's not made in Scotland", but most American drinkers are looking more for Rye and Bourbon flavors. It's just delicious imo
Ardbeg Wee Beastie is another favorite. Peated Scotches aren't for everyone, but I think it has a great "campfire" quality
Navazos Palazzi is a Spanish whiskey that we really like, and it's one i never recommend to beginners. It's harsh and sweet, but somehow it works. I've heard it described as "maple cookie covered in fresh pavement", although I think it evokes more of that cut up tire that you can find on some playgrounds. It's basically "fuck you" in a glass, in the best possible way
For cocktails, i always go for Coke and Makers, with some grenadine.
I like to try new stuff when I can, I’m not super picky. Usually drink bourbons if I’m feeling fancy. Had Knob Creek rye on the rocks recently and was pleasantly surprised!
I used to enjoy a smooth vodka lemonade, but more recently, I've just been enjoying either a Corona Extra or Blue Moon beer. I find that with hard liquor I just always wake up sick no matter how little I drink.
If you've got a nice collection of scotch, get a bottle of Drambuie (also technically scotch) to make the classic "Rusty Nail." You'll upset the scotch purists but delight your pallet
Recently I've been all about the "Boulevardier." It's an adaptation of a Negroni. My preferred blend: Campari, Carpano Antiqua sweet vermouth, Rebel Bourbon and a splash of club soda over ice. A couple cherries or an orange twist if I'm feeling fancy.
Another great variation is to add a splash of aperol! (About 1/4/ to 1/3 oz). It mellows the bitterness of the compari just the perfect amount in my opinion.
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