Binny's Blog

Bourbon may officially be America's spirit, and the 4th of July our celebration of independence, but two important traditions existed at least as early, if not before.

Lavender in the Rye is one of our new favorite rye whiskey cocktails and an absolute crowd pleaser. The lavender bitters and sugar cane syrup are excellent additions to the rye.

We're mixing things up with this classic gin cocktail. Instead of gin, we're adding mezcal. It adds a smoky flavor that blends magically with the sweet and bitter flavors in the cocktail.

The Old Fashioned is a cocktail staple and has stayed the most consistent since its origin compared to other long-standing cocktails. The only slight change we've seen over the past 200 years or so is the popular switch from rye whiskey to bourbon. And now - Mezcal.

Ernest said it best, “I drink to make other people more interesting.” We're not saying you're boring or anything, but everyone would be a lot cooler if they tried this daiquiri mixed with 12 year-aged rum. Seriously.

The Betty is named after a trusted friendly canine companion near and dear to our hearts. This chocolate margarita is coupe full of unique flavors. The cocoa dominates your taste buds, while a citrus bite lingers at the end.

If one thing is certain here at Binny's, it's that we love our handpicks. We were delighted to hear that Maker's Mark introduced a Private Select Barrel program.

The ginger beer adds a refreshing spice to the sweet flavors in this rum-based cocktail. Protip - let the pineapple soak in the rum before using as a garnish.

Legend has it that Don the Beachcomber concocted the first instance of the Zombie to help a hungover customer survive an important business meeting. We suggest skipping the meeting altogether to enjoy this classic cocktail, which uses four different types of rum. Limit two per person.

If you've tried our version of The Godfather, then you'll love our take on The Godmother. It's simple to make and sweet to taste but it's strong and mighty - so drink cautiously.