This Is Paris, and You're Drunk

Somewhere between a Sidecar and a classic French 75, this cocktail is a potent but approachable winter sipper.

Easy, Brandy, WineMike AugustyniakFebruary 9, 2019P.S. Steak, Jeff Rogers, Minneapolis, Pierre Ferrand, Benedictine, Prose, Sparkling Wine, Combier, CointreauComment

Rhubarb 75

The subtle flavors of rhubarb compliment the classic light, effervescent French 75

Moderate, Gin, WineMike AugustyniakJune 25, 2018Sipsmith, Bean Suntory, Good Acre Farm Share, Rhubarb, ChampagneComment

Margarita Pequeña

Light and refreshing, with approximately a third of the alcohol, this margarita-style low-proof cocktail can spend the day with you.

Milano Torino

A two ingredient cocktail that's more than the sum of it's parts, and perfect for a last-minute brunch.

Liqueur, WineMike AugustyniakMarch 31, 2018Punt e Mes, Campari, Low Proof, Jesse Held, St. PaulComment

Breakfast Sangria

This delicate and effervescent white sangria brings the fruit to your brunch.

WineMike AugustyniakNovember 4, 2017Mike Rakun, Benedict's, Wayzata, Breakfast, Brunch, Tattersall, Orange CremaComment

Tunnels Are In, Walls Are Out

An herbaceous and sparkling Prosecco-topped margarita

Old Cuban

A fun and fancy riff on the Mojito that takes advantage of fresh mint!

Rum, WineMike AugustyniakJune 20, 2017Jason Suss, A Proper Pour, Mint, Lime, Angostura, Cava, Cruzan, Beam Suntory, Sparkling Wine, Good Acre Farm ShareComment

Death in the Afternoon

This classic brunch drink is essentially an absinthe-heavy champagne cocktail.

Carrot Mimosa

Fresh carrot juice adds a vibrant, earthy, sweet, and easy upgrade to the traditional mimosa.

Gin, WineMike AugustyniakJanuary 7, 2017Aquavit, Gamle Ode, Carrot, Orange, Apple, Bittercube, Bolivar, Minneapolis, Northeast, Alex Roberts, Cafe Alma, Nick Kosevich, James BeardComment

Pineapple Mimosa

Elevate your New Year's Day mimosa beyond basic with this easy tropical twist.

WineMike AugustyniakDecember 30, 2016Mimosa, Pineapple, Cava, Spain, France, Bittercube, Bolivar, Chambord, St. Germain, St. Genevieve, Minneapolis, Brie RolandComment

New Year's Punch

Pop the cork and please a crowd with this easy-to-make Champagne punch.

Liqueur, WineMike AugustyniakDecember 30, 2016Tattersall, Apple Brandy, Pommeau, Bechtold, Cremant, Alsace, Punch, St. Genevieve, Minneapolis, France, Buvette, Brie RolandComment

German Fire Punch (Feuerzangenbowle)

Set this punch on fire as a part of a German holiday tradition.

WineMike AugustyniakDecember 24, 2016Wine, Mulled, Cinnamon, Anise, German, Germany, AC Hotel, Minneapolis, Fire Punch, Holiday, Tradition, Clove, Orange, Pinot NoirComment

Vintage Negroni

Vermouth made from Barolo wine will make this ruby red, rich, velvety Negroni your new favorite.

Gin, Liqueur, WineMike AugustyniakDecember 17, 2016Letherbee, Campari, Cocchi Barolo Chianto, Red Rabbit, Red Cow, Ian Lowther, Italian, Minneapolis, Negroni, AmaroComment

The Fig is Up

Fig-infused Cognac and wine syrup (delicious enough, alone, to serve on pancakes!) combine in this simple stunner of a fall cocktail.

Brandy, WineMike AugustyniakSeptember 17, 2016Cognac, Fig, Red Wine, Cabernet, Red Cow, Ian Lowther, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Edina, Cinnamon, Lemon

Still Kickin' Cocktail

Summer flavors of ginger, lime, and cucumber combine with bubbly to make this refreshing summer sparkler.

White Sangria

White sangria is a refreshing alternative to the more-common red variety, and is an easy-make ahead item for any camping trip.

Glamping Punch

Champagne and bourbon combine in this surprisingly light summer refresher, perfect for around the campfire or in the cabin.

Best Mimosa Ever

The beautiful of a mimosa is its sparkling simplicity. This recipe is a noticeable step up, with almost no extra work.

WineMike AugustyniakMay 9, 2016Orange, Bittercube, Marco ZappiaComment

Lost in Translation

Low-proof wine cocktails, like this one that features sake, tea, and tonic, pack a lot of flavor without the alcohol punch.

WineMike AugustyniakFebruary 13, 2016Tea, Green Tea, Tonic, Yuzu, Minneapolis, Restaurant Alma, SodaStream, BittercubeComment

Fire Woman

A winter classic that draws flavor from in-season blood oranges.

Gin, Liqueur, WineMike AugustyniakJanuary 23, 2016Blood oranges, Orange, Monin, Cava, Sparkling Wine, Johnny Michaels, The Alchemist, White Bear Lake, SuburbsComment

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