The ReynasJan 84 minPut the punch in Swedish PunschSwedish Punsch has always intrigued me. It’s basically a batched cocktail that adds next level complexity to a separate beloved cocktail...
The ReynasNov 23, 20214 minBatavia Arrack attackTry saying that three times fast! Pronounced buh-tay-vee-uh eh-ruhk, this old-school Indonesian spirit is an ancestor to modern rum....
The ReynasAug 17, 20217 minWe need maximum oleo-saccharum!!! Citrus peels are incredibly flavorful. In the cocktail realm, bartenders rub the side of glasses with a citrus peel and squeeze a citrus...
The ReynasJul 28, 20216 minDolin out delicious vermouthVermouth is an incredibly important cocktail ingredient. And you'll find it everywhere from your local dive bar to craft cocktail houses....
The ReynasJan 16, 20215 minLillet Triple PlayHint, it’s pronounced lee-LAY. So, yes, the title rhymes. What do James Bond and Hannibal Lecter have in common? They both love Lillet!...
The ReynasDec 16, 20204 minMaking the most of 2020!Hello Teakwood Tavern Hospitality family! We apologize for not publishing any articles or videos since Thanksgiving. We’ve been busy...
The ReynasNov 21, 20205 minThanksgiving SipperYou’ve made it to late November. Congratulations! This has been a year like no other. And while we are excited to put on our elastic...
The ReynasNov 1, 20205 minThis is beautiful! What is that? Velvet Falernum?My fellow Coming to America fans likely picked up the title reference. But for those of you who didn’t, here’s a masterpiece for your...
The ReynasOct 23, 20204 minSuze me, have you ever tried Suze?There are a lot of lovely bitter liqueurs out there. Suze was introduced to me as the French version of Campari, which, honestly, doesn’t...
The ReynasOct 2, 20208 minTeakwood Tavern’s Packing Guide for Road Tripping During COVID-19On March 29, 2020, we posted our first article on this website, which was based on the cancellation of our March 28th wedding due to...
The ReynasOct 1, 20207 minBe the host with the most—batch cocktails We are passionate about entertaining guests. Whether it be an intimate dinner party or a college football watch party, sharing our...
The ReynasAug 31, 20204 minCheery Heering, don't worry it's not pickledCherry Heering recently celebrated its 200th birthday in 2018. Yet, it’s still all natural, using both sweet black cherries and...
The ReynasAug 18, 20206 minEnjoy absinthe, but don’t expect a visit from a green fairyAbsinthe is one of the most well-known spirits; yet, it is often only known for the misbelief that it makes you hallucinate. Queue...
The ReynasJul 22, 20205 minNow you know, real triple-sec is CointreauI remember the first time my mother bought me alcohol. After helping me move into my freshmen dorm, I found myself sitting in the parking...
The ReynasJul 14, 20203 minFernet-Branca, the iconic amaro soaring above all othersWe're sticking with Italian bitter liqueurs for a second week in a row. Much like Campari, Fernet-Branca is generally an acquired taste....
The ReynasJul 6, 20203 minCampari,the Iconic Red Bitter Aperitivi, MesmerizesLook at that color! Damn, Campari photographs well. History With the growing popularity of vermouth, different bars and restaurants began...
The ReynasJun 29, 20206 minI want some shrubs. Shrubs are a drink that can get some love from me.A few years ago, Shen and I took a stab at making shrubs. We had recently joined a fruit and vegetable co-op, and we found ourselves...
The ReynasJun 22, 20203 minAperol, Much More than a SpritzLike many delicious and beautiful things, Aperol is Italian. It refreshingly citrusy and lightly bitter with an iconic bright orange...
The ReynasJun 15, 20204 minEnjoy the Water of Life, Akvavit Akvavit (or aquavit) is a Scandinavian liquor that should be on everyone’s home bar. In general, it is a neutral spirit that is...
The ReynasJun 7, 20202 minGetting Drunk with a Bénédictine MonkFor those of you who enjoyed our Chartreuse post, we are returning to Catholicism to learn about another liqueur that Catholic monks...