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The Cocktail Journal

A new cocktail every day. Seasonal sippers, forgotten classics, and drinks for every occasion.

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94 recipes

Garden Whisper cocktail in a coupe garnished with Fresh basil leaf
Flavor

Garden Whisper

Basil isn't just for pesto. This herbaceous gin cocktail showcases the herb's peppery, aromatic side in a bright, spirit-forward sipper.

February 17, 2026
The Velvet Merchant cocktail in a Nick & Nora garnished with Freshly grated nutmeg
Seasonal

The Velvet Merchant

This decadent nightcap layers Pedro Ximénez sherry, ruby port, and aged rum into something that tastes like the best fruitcake you've ever had.

February 16, 2026
Tepache Ahumado cocktail in a Collins garnished with Pineapple frond and cinnamon stick
Explorer's Lab

Tepache Ahumado

A smoky mezcal highball inspired by tepache, the fermented pineapple drink most people have never tried. This one's experimental, so consider yourself warned.

February 15, 2026
Velvet Kiss cocktail in a champagne flute garnished with Lemon twist
Holiday

Velvet Kiss

This sparkling Valentine's cocktail takes the Kir Royale to new heights with Lillet Blanc, fresh lemon, and a hint of rose water for pure romance.

February 14, 2026
Rose Petal Kiss cocktail in a coupe garnished with Fresh raspberries and edible rose petals
Holiday

Rose Petal Kiss

This romantic fizz for two combines cognac, Chambord, and Champagne into a berry-kissed cocktail with serious visual appeal and flavor to match.

February 13, 2026
Lovers' Fizz cocktail in a coupe garnished with Fresh raspberry and lemon twist in each glass
Holiday

Lovers' Fizz

Cognac meets Champagne in this berry-kissed fizz built for two. Rich, fruity, and sparkling with just the right amount of citrus brightness.

February 12, 2026
Velvet Repose cocktail in a nick & nora garnished with expressed orange peel, freshly grated nutmeg
Occasions

Velvet Repose

A port-forward nightcap that combines tawny port's dried fruit sweetness with cognac's warmth and subtle chocolate undertones for the most peaceful end to your evening.

February 11, 2026
Sunset Meditation cocktail in a wine glass garnished with grapefruit wheel and fresh rosemary sprig
The Vibe

Sunset Meditation

This low-ABV Aperol spritz with grapefruit and rosemary is designed for actually unwinding, not just drinking. Slow down and breathe.

February 10, 2026
Citrus Gin Fizz cocktail in a highball garnished with grapefruit peel twist
Weekly

Citrus Gin Fizz

A brighter, more complex take on the gin and tonic that brings fresh citrus and elderflower into the mix without losing that classic quinine bite.

February 9, 2026
Velvet Repose cocktail in a nick & nora garnished with orange peel twist
Occasions

Velvet Repose

Ruby port meets cognac and Bénédictine in this gentle, spirit-forward nightcap that whispers you toward sleep instead of shouting.

February 8, 2026
Salumeria Sour cocktail in a double old fashioned garnished with expressed orange peel and cracked black pepper
Food Pairing

Salumeria Sour

Most cocktails can't handle a proper charcuterie board. This amaro-forward sour was designed specifically to complement cured meats, with bitter orange notes and walnut depth that stand up to salt and fat.

February 7, 2026
The Gatsby cocktail in a coupe garnished with lemon twist
Pop Culture

The Gatsby

Cognac meets champagne in this sophisticated fizz inspired by the Roaring Twenties, complete with peach liqueur and Lillet Blanc for that Jazz Age glamour.

February 6, 2026