Coffee Liqueur Cocktail Recipe Roundup

coffee liqueur cocktail

Inspired by that perfect cup of Portland coffee, our small-batch Coffee Liqueur is rich, delicious, and Portland-made. We teamed up with local coffee roasters Marigold Coffee to create the perfect […]

Spiced Rum Tea Cake

spiced rum tea cake with spiced whipped cream and apples

While the warming flavors of New Deal Spiced Rum naturally lend themselves to winter fare, they play just as nicely with the tastes of autumn. This spiced rum tea cake […]

Rye Whiskey Cocktail Recipe Roundup

Rye Manhattan cocktail

What can we say, sometimes you’re just in the mood for the earthy spice of Rye Whiskey. There are a number of cocktails that lend themselves to this peppery spirit— […]

Hello Spritz-tember

ginger spritz

I am a firm believer that almost every drink could benefit from adding a little “razzle-dazzle,” by which I mean carbonation. Bubbles make everything just a little more fun, so […]

Coconut Ginger Granola

new deal ginger granola

Granola is one of those riffable base recipes that allows for seasonal swaps with nuts, fruit, and sweeteners. This coconut ginger granola is toasty, bright, and pairs especially well with […]

The Ultimate River Cocktail

carried away river cocktail

The ideal summer escape for me is heading to the river for a long float and letting the current dictate the pace of the afternoon. My getaway checklist includes sunscreen, […]

Muddled Cocktails: Recipe Roundup

You’ve likely noticed the markets are full of fresh fruit and herbs right now, which means it’s a very exciting time for cocktails. Raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, cherries, watermelon— all of […]

Summer Muddlin’

summer cocktail muddling

Friends! Summer is in full swing! The days are long and the drinks are cold. But the best thing about summer is the bounty of amazing fruits and herbs whose […]

Versatile Cola Cocktail Syrup

cola syrup made with vanilla, citrus, and aromatic spices

Why yes, this syrup does make an amazing Rum & Cola! You should definitely consider ditching the corn syrup and try mixing our house-made Cola Syrup with Distiller’s Cut Rum […]

Tequila + Ginger Liqueur = Chef’s Kiss

tequila and ginger liqueur

We made it! Summer is here in full swing and I, for one, am thrilled. This is the season where crafting cocktails is effortless because summer’s bounty has so much […]

Garnish Game: Level Up Your Cocktails

dear douglas bieschnapps and douglas fir tip cocktail

There’s a reason every bar you go to has at least three or four cocktail garnishes. The best bars often have up to twenty unique pieces of fruit, flower, bark, […]

Asparagus Tart with Gin-Caramelized Shallots

asparagus tart with carmalized-gin shallots

Let’s revel in bubbles and green vegetables because spring is (finally) here in Portland! This asparagus tart gets its rich savoriness from the gin-caramelized shallots, while the lemon zest studded […]

Recipe Roundup: Spring Cocktail Syrups

One of the key elements of a good cocktail is flavor balance. For many drinks this means a balancing act between sour and sweet. When looking through recipes you’ll find […]

Elder Flower Cocktail Syrup

new deal elder flower cocktail syrup

Cocktail syrups are a great way to jazz up your home cocktail game and this particular one is bursting with floral flavor. Elder flower on its own is quite delicate, […]

Cherry Blossom Syrup

Folks we have made it! Spring is officially in the air! Every spring Portland graces us with blooms and blossoms that fill the city with their gentle, sweet fragrances. It’s […]

Tropical Cocktail Recipe Roundup

new deal higgy baby tropical daiquiri

This is the time of year when we’re over the cold weather and are looking forward to warmer days. Some of us travel to sunny destinations for spring break and […]

Tropical Cocktails at Home

two tickets daiquiri

There is no family of cocktails that make me smile more than Tropical. Vibrant fruits paired with an endless assortment of spices create delicious and energetic cocktails. During the colder […]

Spirit-Forward Cocktail Recipe Roundup

gin number one negroni spirit forward cocktail

When we say spirit-forward cocktails, likely some familiar favorites come to mind— the Martini, Manhattan, Nergroni, and Old Fashioned. Comprised mostly of booze, these drinks are typically centered around a […]

Spirit-Forward Cocktails 101

spirit-forward-drinks

During the colder months I spend a lot of time indoors trying to find new ways to expand my lineup of cocktails that warm me, given February’s best attempt to […]

Winter Citrus Cocktail Recipe Roundup

man oh man mandarin orange sour

Winter citrus season is here! For us, that means bright, colorful cocktails despite these cold, grey days. Here are the juicy details:  Until March the stores will be full of […]

New Year’s Eve: Cocktails and Punches

Whether you’re staying in, having a few friends over, or planning a large gathering, here are some fun drink ideas to ring in the new year. Since you’ve likely got […]

Holiday Cocktail Recipe Roundup

holiday gin and tonic

Tis the season for holiday cocktails! We’ve put together a great list of festive drinks to make for a gathering or a night in at home. Now, this first one […]