Nancy Mitchell
Nancy is a writer and photographer living in New York. Many years ago, a night spent making mojitos with friends turned into a lifelong obsession with cocktails: making them, photographing them, drinking them. Nancy makes drinks with local and homegrown ingredients and writes about the New York cocktail scene on her Instagram feed Instagram and at her blog, The Backyard Bartender.
Recipes and articles by Nancy Mitchell
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Boozy Chai-Spiced Apple Cider Punch
This Chai-Spiced Apple Cider Holiday Punch – made with apple cider, brandy, vanilla, and chai tea – is sugar, spice, and everything nice! Easy to scale up or down, it's ready for your next holiday party. -
Brandy Alexander Cocktail
The boozy Brandy Alexander is made with brandy, crème de cacao, heavy cream, and topped with freshly-grated nutmeg. It's a decadent and delicious wintry cocktail, and a good choice for a holiday party. -
Apple Cider Hot Toddy
Feeling cold or under the weather? Warm up with an Apple Cider Hot Toddy! Made with bourbon, honey, spices, and a little apple cider, it may not cure your cold, but it'll sure make you feel better. -
Spiced Mulled Wine
Mulled wine is a must-have drink for the holidays – spicy, warm, perfect for parties, and super easy to make, especially if you use a slow cooker! This one is simmered with ginger and brandy for a little extra oomph. -
Boulevardier Cocktail
Like Negronis? Then you're going to love the Boulevardier! Made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and whiskey instead of gin, it's an autumnal take on the Negroni: a bit more warming, a bit spicier, and fantastic for sipping on a cool evening. -
Penicillin Cocktail
A Scotch...cocktail? Yes, it exists! The Penicillin is made with both blended and peaty Scotch, lemon juice, and honey-ginger syrup for a delicious drink you'll want to drink all through fall to keep the sniffles away. -
Manhattan Cocktail
A classic Manhattan—made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters—is rich, warming, slightly sweet. It's a great cocktail to sip on as the weather cools down. -
Whiskey Sour Cocktail
A well-made Whiskey Sour—made with whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup—is a drink worth having, especially when you add an egg white (yes!) and a dash of Angostura bitters. -
Negroni Cocktail
The Negroni is one of the easiest cocktails to make at home! Made with one part each of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, it's a little bitter, a little sweet, and oh so delicious. -
French 75 Cocktail
The lovely classic French 75 cocktail is made with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and Champagne. A great drink for brunch or a fancy party! -
Aviation Cocktail
Have you ever had an Aviation cocktail? Made with gin, maraschino liqueur, and crème de violette (the secret to the gorgeous lavender color!), this once-retro cocktail is back for good. -
Bee’s Knees Cocktail
A Bee's Knees cocktail is made with only three ingredients: gin, honey, and lemon. Simple, sweet, and super delicious! -
Planter’s Punch Cocktail
Need a boozy pitcher cocktail for your next summer party? Planter's Punch is it. Make the mix in advance and store it in the fridge, then add rum when you're ready to serve! -
Mai Tai Cocktail
A classic Mai Tai is creamy, nutty, and crazy delicious! Made with two kinds of rum, lime juice, a sweet almond syrup, and orange liqueur, it's set to become your new go-to cocktail. -
Salty Dog Cocktail
Have you ever had a Salty Dog? Not to be confused with the one that jumps in the ocean (ha), this summertime sipper is made with grapefruit juice, vodka, and yes, salt. It's a zingy little drink that's pretty to boot! -
Hemingway Daiquiri
The Hemingway Daiquiri is a little tart and sweet, and (yes!) sophisticated. Named after ol' Ernest, it's made with white rum, lime and grapefruit juices, and maraschino liqueur. -
Strawberry Mojito
This Strawberry Mojito is the perfect summer spin on a classic! When strawberries are at their peak, their sweetness (and pretty color!) offer a delightful twist on the traditional mojito. -
Strawberry-Basil Moscow Mule
This Strawberry-Basil Moscow Mule is a fruity twist on the classic! Mixed with vodka and spicy ginger beer, it's a perfect cocktail for a hot summer afternoon. -
Blueberry Pomegranate Cosmopolitan
This Pomegranate and Blueberry Cosmopolitan is perfect for warm weather! Made with muddled blueberries and pomegranate juice, this update to the classic Cosmo has a smooth, sweet berry flavor that's just right for summer. -
Classic Vodka Martini
Do you know how to make a Classic Vodka Martini? Here's a clue: it takes just three ingredients—vodka, vermouth, and lemon peel—and you should definitely NOT shake it. -
Pear and White Wine Sangria
This Pear and White Wine Sangria is what you need for your holiday parties! Make it ahead and let guests serve themselves. It's made with pear nectar, white wine, ginger beer, and warm holiday spices. Cheers! -
Cranberry Apple Sangria
Make this Cranberry Apple Sangria for the holidays! It's infused with orange liqueur, cloves, vanilla, and cinnamon. You can also warm it up and turn it into a mulled wine. -
Fall-Spiced Old Fashioned Cocktail
Here's an Old Fashioned cocktail that's ready for fall! Maple syrup plus infused bourbon brings warming fall spices—cloves, star anise, and cinnamon—to this spin on the classic cocktail.
