The Lexington

Classic cocktails often taste great on their own, but can also provide pro bartenders and home enthusiasts alike a framework for additional creativity. How can we take recipes that we know already work, and modify them to incorporate different flavors and ideas? Are we really only limited to lemon and lime to make drinks tart, or are there other ways to brighten citrusy cocktails? Simple syrup is sweet, but can we use something that gives more. This class will explore acid-adjusting citrus (and other) juices to make new flavors and cocktails never before considered, as well as basic syrup techniques to add new dimension to old favorites and modern classics. Learn to make your ingredients work for you, and not the other way around!

Dive into the why behind our Scotch selection at The Lexington and learn how to become a more discerning drinker who picks the perfect bottle for that special occasion. We will discuss the trajectory of the Scotch market, marketing language, cask maturation and its impact of flavor, how to read labels, and where to find value in a saturated space.

More than nearly any other spirit category, rum has grown explosively over the past decade. Not only does it represent a great value compared to Scotch, Brandy, and American whiskey, Rum also is one of the few categories that can cater to a wide audience of spirits enthusiasts and cocktail-centric bartenders alike. This seminar will cover the history of rum from its origins in the Caribbean to its spread throughout the world, and include a flight of rums demonstrating the variety of styles and flavors in this fantastically delicious spirit.