Cocktails Coverage

Spring cocktail proceeds benefits children, adults at Tammy Lynn Center
What if I told you that you could hang out at an eclectic bar in downtown Raleigh, and sip (or slurp, not judging!) on a yummy cocktail while simultaneously helping kids and families in the Triangle area, all while keeping your bum on the barstool?

Sip and help: Cocktail series benefits TLC, the Tammy Lynn Center
What if I told you that you could hang out at an eclectic bar in downtown Raleigh, and sip (or slurp, not judging!) on a yummy cocktail while simultaneously helping kids and families in the Triangle area, all while keeping your bum on the barstool?

Learn to make these cocktails for National Cocktail Day
Perry's Steakhouse shows us how to make the Lavender Bee Mine and Perry's Hog-Hattan drinks in preparation for National Cocktail Day on March 24. Drink descriptions: Lavender Bee Mine Empress 1908 Gin, Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao, fresh-pressed lemon juice, and lavender-honey water Perry's Hog-Hattan A Manhattan with Redemption Rye and Vya vermouth, rimmed with brown sugar and Perry's Signature Homemade Barbecue Sauce. Topped with a skewer of Perry's Famous Pork Chop Bites and Luxardo cherries

Taco Tuesday + National Margarita Day combine. Here's where to celebrate
Whether you prefer it with lime or strawberry, salt or no salt, frozen or on the rocks, a margarita is a perfect way to chase away those February winter blues and transport you to a tropical paradise.

America's most-Googled cocktails may surprise you
A study by kitchen equipment experts Maxima Kitchen Equipment analyzed Google data to find America's favorite cocktail this holiday season.

Recipe: Apple Cider Mimosa
WRAL contributor Jamei McGee shows us how to make an apple cider mimosa.

Learn to make this fall twist on a mimosa
WRAL contributor Jamei McGee shows us how to make an apple cider mimosa.

Cheers to the holidays with these two local bourbon recipes
Olde Raleigh Distillery shared these two recipes with us for drinks using their flagship bourbon, Olde Raleigh Whiskey Society.

Drink well this holiday season with Peace and Saint
WRAL contributor Kiara Ruth shares some fun cocktails and mocktails available at Raleigh's Peace and Saint bar.

The Merchant brings NYC vibe to downtown Raleigh cocktail scene
If you look hard enough while walking along Salisbury Street in downtown Raleigh, you might spot a secret door. This will lead you to one of downtown's newest and most alluring bars, a modern-day speakeasy.

Crepes, coffee and cocktail bar opening at American Tobacco Campus
Press, a based coffeehouse, creperie and cocktail bar from Graham, will open its second location at the American Tobacco Campus later this month.

The frozen margarita was invented 50 years ago today
Break out the blender - it's the 50th anniversary of the frozen margarita!

Kingfisher owners opening 'Queeny's' restaurant in Durham this summer
The owners of Kingfisher cocktail bar and its pop-up QueenBurger announced a new restaurant and gathering place Tuesday slated to open in Durham this summer.

Kanki serves up green Godzilla cocktail
Kanki shared with us this fun recipe!

Cook like the Pros: Kanki's The Godzilla
The Godzilla is great if you are looking for a green drink for St. Patrick's Day. It is also a fun way to celebrate the upcoming movie "Godzilla vs. Kong," which comes out March 31.

Festive cocktails to ring in the new year
Here are 9 tasty cocktail recipes to help you enter 2021 in style and toast to better days ahead.

Cook Like the Pros: Kanki's Snow Ball Cocktail
Kanki is offering this special cocktail in conjunction with the Carolina Ballet's "Nutcracker." You can make it yourself using this recipe: Stir together below ingredients and serve over ice. 1 oz Malibu Rum 1 oz Pearl Nigori Sake 1 oz Crème of Coconut 2 oz Pineapple Juice​

Weekend best bets: Christmas lights, local gifts and more
From holiday light displays to local gifts for your loved ones, there's plenty to keep you busy this weekend.

Events this week: Valentine's Day fun, Celine Dion and Mean Girls
Here's our list of musts this work week.