Valentine's Day Cocktails • Pink + Sweet and Dark + Spicy

Valentine's Day Cocktails • Pink + Sweet and Dark + Spicy

If you’re looking for a specialty cocktail for Valentine’s Day, our team has put together two unique cocktails using our own herbs, spices, and peppercorns. Can’t decide whether you’re pro or anti Valentine’s Day this year? We have you covered with two options! A floral, pink and red-hued, citrusy + sweet drink featuring tequila – or a chocolatey, peppery, spicy + dark cocktail with oaky bourbon. Cheers!
February 12, 2024
Rosemary Citrus Gin + Tonic

Rosemary Citrus Gin + Tonic

Enjoy this summertime favorite with a twist! Our Gin + Tonic features a homemade herby, citrus simple syrup that pairs nicely with both juniper-forward and cucumber-forward gins.
August 15, 2023
Habanero Sugar Paloma

Habanero Sugar Paloma

If you're looking for a refreshing sweet heat cocktail for Cinco de Mayo (or any day of the week) look no further! This citrusy Paloma with a kick is the perfect 5 o'clock beverage on 5/5! 
May 02, 2023
Summer Peach Old Fashioned

Summer Peach Old Fashioned

We love an Old Fashioned, but it often feels like a cold-weather drink. Enter - peaches. Or really any summer stone fruit. This is so simple and so delicious on a balmy summer day.
We've offered Runamok Cocktail Syrups for a few years now because they do such a good job at creating delicious, all natural flavor infusions. Enjoy the smoked version or regular, depending on your preference. Hello campfire vibes!
July 01, 2022
Southwest Bloody Mary-SKORDO

Southwest Bloody Mary

Our 'Americas' selection of blends + rubs is incredibly diverse, between barbecues rubs + seafood seasonings with various degrees of latin influence. It can make choosing what to use when an exciting challenge. To highlight the diversity of these blends, I love using them for anything outside the jar suggestions. Our Southwest Seasoning has made flavorful beans, lobster rolls with a kick, and even a delicious take on meatloaf. Today, it's taking a turn at the bar for a Southwestern Bloody Mary. Are you as excited as I am? Tequila or Gin? Celery Seed or Sriracha Salt? After a mostly successful dry January, I played around with a few combos and landed on a favorite. I'd love to hear your tweaks + successes in SKORDO Cooks!
February 10, 2022
Tea Party!-SKORDO

Tea Party!

Between dry January and a frigid winter, I have been reaching towards a mug of tea at least two times a day. While we rarely carry teas in the shops, we do always have our collection of herbs + spices that can be quickly steeped into a flavorful tea. Whether you enjoy these recipes as is, or use them to upgrade a basic black tea, they're certain to warm you up. 
February 01, 2022
Chili-Lime Mock-a-rita -SKORDO

Chili-Lime Mock-a-rita 

The perfect tequila free margarita brought to you by the the team at Vena's Fizz House. We're a big fan of this spicy, sweet and citrusy pick me up. 
January 27, 2022
Lavender Lemon Fizz-SKORDO

Lavender Lemon Fizz

A mock-tail filled with sweet florals by the team at Vena's Fizz House. We love it as is, or dressed up with gin. 
January 27, 2022
Pineapple Sparkler-SKORDO

Pineapple Sparkler

Take a trip to the islands with the help of this fizzy, fruity mock-tail by Vena's Fizz House. We love the tart undertones that elevate this juicy drink. 
January 27, 2022
Cinnamon + Vanilla Maple Espresso Martini with Toasted Marshmallow-SKORDO

Cinnamon + Vanilla Maple Espresso Martini with Toasted Marshmallow

Espresso Martinis are one of those special drinks we often get out at a restaurant, but why not make them at home! They're easy to make and perfect for a New Year's Eve celebration.
December 20, 2021
Peppermint Mocha Syrup for Coffee + More!-SKORDO

Peppermint Mocha Syrup for Coffee + More!

I have never been one who relies on coffee to get through my day, but I reach for it when I need a pick-me-up or for seasonal flavors that I just can't resist. I make my best efforts to support local in anyway I can, but Starbucks has mastered the Peppermint Mocha drinks so well I have a hard time saying no. For the sake of money-saving + gift-giving, I wanted to try my hand at a replica syrup for at home coffee making (or hot cocoa seasoning!). This looks dreamy bottled up in our apothecary bottles, and the pourer is extra convenient for mess free use.  
December 09, 2021
Lemon Verbena Hot Toddy-SKORDO

Lemon Verbena Hot Toddy

Lemon Verbena is one of my favorite herbs but I see it more often in candles + soaps than I do food. When Runamok launched Lemon Verbena Honey, I couldn't wait to get a taste. It brings gentle lemon-y flavor without introducing any acid or sour notes. Sore throat or cold day, this drink is the cure. 

November 22, 2021