TheMidnightAlmanac
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The Midnight Almanac is a curated cocktail mixlist inspired by late nights, glowing conversations, and the quiet magic between one year ending and another beginning. Built around crisp gin botanicals and warming bourbon notes, these five cocktails move effortlessly from bright, citrus-led sips to deep, moody pours meant for slower moments. Each recipe is visually striking, easy to execute, and designed to feel celebratory without being overpowering. Whether you’re hosting a New Year’s party or sipping past midnight, this mixlist reads like a liquid journal - fresh, festive, and perfectly timed.
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TheRubyRevelry
The Ruby Revelry is built for sparkling moments - the kind of drink you raise when the countdown begins or when a party needs that first burst of energy. Inspired by classic gin sour structure and the jewel-toned richness of holiday fruits, this cocktail blends Sipsmith London Dry Gin, tart cranberry juice, bright lemon, and smooth sugar syrup into a crisp, elegant celebration in a coupe.
TheSun-SpicedBotanist
The Sun-Spiced Botanist is crafted for drinkers who love their cocktails bright, elegant, and bursting with citrus energy. Inspired by classic gin sours and Mediterranean-style citrus punches, this drink pairs Sipsmith London Dry Gin with fresh orange juice, a touch of lemon, and smooth sugar syrup to create a vibrant “liquid sunrise” in a coupe. The citrus blend is refreshing but refined, ideal for long parties where you want something flavorful yet easy to sip.
TheWinterSunset
The Winter Sunset is a vibrant, fruit-forward highball that captures the colors and flavors of a perfect cold-season evening. Inspired by the warm hues of winter skies, this cocktail blends Sipsmith London Dry Gin with tart cranberry juice, mellow orange juice, and a touch of sugar syrup to create a beautifully layered flavor profile. The botanical dryness of the gin anchors the sweetness of the fruit, while the cranberry adds a refreshing pop of brightness that keeps the drink from ever becoming heavy.
TheCrimsonEmbers
The Crimson Embers is a deep, winter-ready bourbon cocktail designed to bring warmth, richness, and a touch of holiday magic to the glass. Built on Bulleit Bourbon, known for its spice-forward character and smooth finish, this drink folds in tart cranberry and velvety sugar syrup to create a bold fruit backbone that feels almost like a mulled wine reduction. The name suits it - every sip glows with layers of dark fruit, gentle sweetness, and slow-building heat from the whiskey.
TheGoldenWoodsman
The Golden Woodsman is a fresh, citrus-driven twist on the classic whiskey sour family — designed for drinkers who want the depth of bourbon without the heavy, boozy profile. Built on Bulleit Bourbon, the cocktail uses the “double-citrus method”: equal parts orange and lemon juice working together to soften the whiskey’s oakiness while brightening its natural spice. The result is a whisky drink that tastes lively, sunny, and surprisingly refreshing.