Monthly Archives: March 2007

[Mark Marowitz is a special correspondent for the Museum of the American Cocktail, and recently chatted with Murray Stenson, of the Zig Zag Cafe in Seattle WA] We, here at the MOTAC blog always strive for complete accuracy in what … Continue reading →

The San Francisco World Spirits Competition is the first comprehensive, international spirits judging ever held in the United States on an annual basis. Originally founded in 2000 by Anthony Dias Blue and Carol Seibert, this prestigious event focuses on blind … Continue reading →

…or “Some Kind of Hindu drink with Quinine In It” [Phil Greene is our founder in temporary residence in New Zealand, and provides us with his own tasty contemplations regarding the Gin & Tonic] Mindful of the closing words of … Continue reading →

The five-day event toasts the spirit and spirits of New Orleans by exploring the history of dining and drinking with seminars, tastings, professional classes, and more exciting events in the city that boasts the birthplace of the cocktail. Tales of … Continue reading →

As we previously reported, the popular Food Network TV show “Iron Chef America” held their first challenge where mixologists were included on the teams in order to create drinks to pair with each course. Bridget Albert was the mixologist who … Continue reading →

[Mark Marowitz is a special correspondent for the Museum of the American Cocktail, and recently sat down with Norman Bukofzer, famed bartender of the Star Lounge at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in New York City near Central Park.] New York, New … Continue reading →

Our friends at the "Southern Food & Beverage Museum" are holding a fundraiser dinner on April 23rd at Commander’s Palace in New Orleans. Here are the details: The New Orleans Table April 23, 7 p.m.Commander’s Palace The drinking of Madeira … Continue reading →

Bartenders looking for expert instruction on mixing the perfect Caipiroska, Cosmo, Mojito or Martini or using the perfect fresh ingredients will have a chance to learn from two of the world’s best known mixologists; Dale DeGroff and Tony Abou-Ganim at … Continue reading →

World Cocktail DinnerFundraiser Benefit for The Museum of the American Cocktail   Monday, May 14th at DevinTavern363 Greenwich Street, NYC Experience a Unique Five-Course Cocktail Dinner Hosted by Dale DeGroff, Michael Waterhouse,and Executive Chef Christopher Dunn   Featuring Renowned MixologistsTony Abou-Ganim … Continue reading →

by Mark Marowitz [Mark Marowitz is a special correspondent for the Museum of the American Cocktail, and was in recent correspondence with William Knight, who is attempting to document a cadre of bartenders from Cuba known as the "Cantineros Club".] … Continue reading →