March 8th is International Women’s Day. It is a day to celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and across nations. Of course, when we ponder the achievements in the women’s movement, our thoughts turn to the fabulous Ada “Coley” Coleman. Ada Coleman, known to her friends and customers as “Coley,” is perhaps the most … Continue reading Toasting Bar Mistress Ada Coleman on International Women’s Day
We’ve all heard of Harry Craddock and the famous Savoy Hotel in London where he held court during Prohibition, but have you ever heard of Ada Coleman? No? Well, for the first five years Craddock was at the Savoy, he worked in the service bar while she was the face of the Savoy. Impressive by … Continue reading My Baby Drinks A Hanky Panky
We’ve all seen the glitzy images of early Hollywood with the beautiful clothes, glamorous people, chic parties, and flowing cocktails. While the illusion draws us in, we know that the experience, in the end, is ultimately disappointing. Such was our experience with the Fairbank Cocktail. While it has been attributed to the charismatic Douglas Fairbanks, … Continue reading Vintage Cocktail Project: Fairbank Cocktail
I have several favorite drinks. Some are favorites because they simply taste great, others because they also evoke pleasant memories. The Corpse Reviver #2 is one of those drinks for me. Fabulous flavor and some favorite memories. (And I also love a drink with equal portions because the more you imbibe, it is still easy … Continue reading Vintage Cocktail Project: The Corpse Reviver #2
We have mentioned before the number of famous American bartenders who fled to Europe at the on-set of prohibition. Among those was Harry Craddock. Craddock was a well-respected New York bartender; most celebrated as head bartender of the Hoffman House. In 1920 he found himself behind the bar at the Savoy Hotel American Bar in … Continue reading Vintage Cocktail Project: The Calvados Cocktail
Our Libatious Nature 