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The Negroni (equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari) and the boulevardier (the same but with bourbon instead of gin) are the cocktail equivalent of Masonic handshakes. They have become the secret signals that one practices the craft the craft cocktail, that is.
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Despite its namesake make no mistake we are talking about a purely American concoction. Made iconic by its signature drinkware, the Moscow Mule usually vodka, ginger beer, lime, and mint has seen a unique level of resurgence over the past decade. It seemed like for no firm reason the drink was suddenly a fixture in many bars and restaurants, with copper mugs prevalent, variations being offered, and many adopting the cocktail as their signature drink of choice. While this newfound surge is a little mysterious the popularity is not.