La Reina Margarita

"The Queen" of margaritas starts with high-quality ingredients to create a high-quality, balanced finish.

Tequila & MezcalMike AugustyniakFebruary 24, 2018Grand Marnier, Salt, Margarita, Lime, St. Paul, West 7th, El Burrito MercadoComment

King's Coffee

A delicious vamp on a brandy Manhattan, featuring a special coffee liqueur.

Alander Bobsled

The Minnesota-made spiced rum in this Sidecar-like cocktail adds an unexpected layer of winter spice.

RumMike AugustyniakFebruary 17, 2018Fig + Farro, Ryan Matheson, Uptown, Calhoun Square, Vegan, VegetarianComment

Hibiscus Punch (N/A)

Light and vibrant, but not syrupy sweet, this is a great no-proof option for your guests.

Non AlcoholicMike AugustyniakFebruary 10, 2018Cinnamon, Hibiscus, TeaSource, Honey, 7-UP, SpriteComment

The Cedar

Cedar-infused bourbon and Italian liqueur make for a terrific Old Fashioned

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There are dozens of great cocktail bars that are withing walking distance of the Big Game. Click here to see which are open, and when!

Mike AugustyniakJanuary 26, 2018SBLII, Super Bowl LII, Super Bowl, MinneapolisComment

Toro y Gallo

Classic Argentinian flavors and fresh ginger make this Moscow Mule go the extra mile.

VodkaMike AugustyniakJanuary 6, 2018Moscow Mule, Ginger, Ginger Beer, Tea, TeaSource, Yerba Mate, Martina, Minneapolis, Darrin Commerford, Adam WitherspoonComment

Teeling Toddy

A classic hot toddy that's easy-drinking thanks to Irish whiskey.

The Cutoff

The natural pairing of grapefruit and cinnamon make this non-alcoholic winter offering sing.

Kringle Collins

Caramel, hazlenut, allspice and cranberry make this well-rounded, effervescent cocktail perfect for Christmas gatherings

Mike's Mix Holiday Gift Guide - 2017

Gift ideas for the cocktail & bar enthusiast on your list!

Orange Elegance

A non-alcoholic option featuring sparkling orange and pomegranate flavors.

Non AlcoholicMike AugustyniakDecember 9, 2017Grenadine, Pomegranite, Orange Juice, SodaComment

Honeymoon

A 1920s classic, this balanced riff on a Sidecar uses the original American spirit.

BrandyMike AugustyniakDecember 9, 2017Copper & Kings, Apple Brandy, Pierre Ferrand, Dry Curacao, Honey, BenedictineComment

Old Town Saigon

Hai Hai's version of the Old Fashioned highlights Cognac with Thai cinnamon.

BrandyMike AugustyniakDecember 2, 2017Maison Rouge, Cinnamon, Saigon Cinnamon, orange, Demerara, Birk Grudem, Hola Arepa, NortheastComment

Next Up... Sugar!

A sweet treat from a southeast Asian street gives added dimension to this Daiquiri.

RumMike AugustyniakDecember 2, 2017Sugarcane, Thai Basil, Plantation 3 Star, Lime, Daiquir, Daiquiri, Birk Grudem, Hola ArepaComment

Pumpkin Spice Lawsuit

This lawyer-approved latte takes some extra effort to prep, but the ingredients will last several weeks and natural flavors can't be beat.

Non AlcoholicMike AugustyniakNovember 25, 2017Five Watt, Beltrami, Minneapolis, Lee Carter, Cinnamon, Clove, Vanilla, Nutmeg, Latte, EspressoComment

Dancing in the Moonlight

Real pumpkin puree, fall spices, an a rich rum are suspended in this silky flip.

RumMike AugustyniakNovember 18, 2017Borough, North Loop, Minneapolis, Jesse Held, Plantation, Plantation 5 Year, Egg, Flip, Nutmeg, Clove, Cinnamon, Ginger, Allspice DramComment

Not Far From The Tree

Green-apple infused vodka, cranberry liqueur, and dry vermouth make this a great Negroni stand-in for Thanksgiving.

VodkaMike AugustyniakNovember 18, 2017Borough, North Loop, Minneapolis, Jesse Held, Dolin, Dry Vermouth, Leopold Brothers, Cranberry, Lemon Bitters, Green AppleComment

Leopold Gin Tea Martini

A complex blend of tea and spices, led by hibiscus, makes this striking martini light and bright.

GinMike AugustyniakNovember 11, 2017Kieran's Irish Pub, Ryan LeClaire, Minneapolis, Leopold Brothers, Hibiscus, Tea, TeaSource, AperolComment

Chai Rye Cold Press

This Irish-Coffee lookalike is designed to play mind games with you.

Beer, Bourbon & WhiskeyMike AugustyniakNovember 11, 2017Kieran's Irish Pub, Ryan LeClaire, Minneapolis, Bent Paddle, Coffee, Nitro Cold Press, Chai, Tea, Ginger, Cardamom, CinnamonComment

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