Holiday Baking Recipe Roundup
Theres nothing like all the festive cakes, cookies, and pies that come our way around the Holidays and baking with our spirits will definitely add another layer of flavor and […]
Hot Drink Recipe Roundup
Tis the season to get cozy with a hot drink! If you’re looking to warm up with a fireside sipper, we’ve got you covered. First off, when’s the last time […]
Old Tom Gin Cocktail Recipe Roundup
Love our barrel-rested Old Tom Gin but not exactly sure what kind of cocktails to make? Brimming with botanicals as well as warm, toasty notes from the barrel, this gin […]
Pear Brandy Cocktail Recipe Roundup
If you’ve tried our Pear Brandy you’ve likely noticed how aromatic and fresh tasting it is. Maybe you’re wondering what kind of cocktails you could make? For these warmer fall […]
Spotlight on Pear Brandy
As a professional bartender for over 15 years I have seen my share of spirits – from the rarest bottles of whiskey to the most unique infusions (pistachio rosé is […]
Cascadia Liqueur Cocktail Recipe Roundup
The floral and herbal notes of this bitter liqueur lend itself to a number of different cocktails. We think it works particularly well in spirit-forward cocktails, served both up and […]
Spotlight on Cascadia Liqueur
Bridging floral, herbal, and bitter notes with a faint sweetness, Cascadia American Bitter Liqueur is somewhat of a hybrid between an aperitif and a digestif. It’s light but complex, its […]
Home Bar Setup: Essential Mixers
Interested in setting up a home bar? Now that you have your bar tools and the essential spirits, you’ll need to keep a few key mixers on hand. Part of […]
Hot Monkey Vodka: Cocktail Recipe Roundup
If you’re a fan of Hot Monkey, you probably already know it makes the best Bloody Mary. However, Hot Monkey is by no means a one trick pony. Infused with […]
How to Master the Spiciness of Hot Monkey Vodka
Hot Monkey really lives up to its name. Each bottle is packed with a secret combination of unique peppers, providing its signature smoky spiciness. This spirit is not for the faint of heart, […]
Portland 90 Vodka: Summer Cocktail Recipe Roundup
Vodka’s back, baby! Well, for some of us this crisp, clean spirit never left… but now that everyone has come back to their senses, we have some fun, summer vodka […]
Home Bar Setup: Essential Spirits
Wishing you had a home bar setup? Good news! It might be easier than you think. A few versatile spirits and a handful of simple tools will have you making […]
Spotlight on Portland 90 Vodka
I love bringing friends together for a delicious cocktail. And after many years of bartending, designing beverage menus, and hosting my own gatherings, I’ve learned that there is one spirit […]
Gin No. 1 Recipe Roundup
Our herbaceous Gin No. 1 makes a number of delicious cocktails, no matter what your mood. Might we suggest a Lawn Party? This summery combination of grapefruit and lime is […]
How to Make Egg White Cocktails
Ever wonder how the pros get those egg white cocktails super fluffy? It’s easier than you think! Follow along for pro-tips on how to get perfectly frothy whiskey sours, silver […]
Home Bar Setup: Essential Tools
Wouldn’t it be nice to have the set-up to make solid, quality cocktails at home? Good news, you don’t need a ton of fancy equipment! In fact, we recommend taking […]
Hello Summer, Garden Ingredients, and Gin No. 1
Summer is upon us! Finally the sun is here and Portland is buzzing with smiling faces, picnic blankets, and barbecues. The change from cool, dark days to long summer nights […]
Oregon Wine Month Pt. 2
It’s Oregon Wine Month and we’d like to share a bit about another talented wine professional on the New Deal crew. You might recognize Melaney Schmidt as half of the […]
Oregon Wine Month Pt 1
It’s Oregon Wine Month and in addition to celebrating the beautiful wines made in our region, we’d like to share the story of one (of two) talented wine professionals here […]
Portland Dry Gin 33 Cocktail Recipe Roundup
Gin is truly a versatile spirit and the crisp, classic profile of Portland Dry Gin 33 lends itself to wide range of cocktail styles. Whether you like bitter, sour, fizzy, […]
What makes gin, gin?
Gin is a distilled spirit that can be comprised of a variety of ingredients, herbs and botanicals, but the one that must always be present is juniper. Juniper is what […]
New Deal Vodka Cocktail Recipe Roundup
Our grain-to-glass vodka is the perfect choice for so many cocktails. Its light pastry notes mix perfectly into citrusy cocktails like this herbaceous Blueberry Thyme Smash or a bright and […]
Martini Variations
Ah the Martini! Crafted since the 1900s, the ever-customizable Martini has become the cocktail that people have the most to say about. It can be soft and sippable or dry […]
Spotlight on New Deal Vodka
Vodka is simultaneously the most difficult and yet the most playful spirit I enjoy working with. As a bartender with 15 plus years of experience, I’ve tasted my fair share […]