It's holiday cocktail party season, but eggnog shouldn't be the only drink people sip around the fire. Author and entertaining expert Mark Addison stops by with some new takes on classic holiday cocktails. The author of "Cocktail Chameleon" comes stocked with plenty of drinks and garnishes, sure to spice up any holiday party.
He starts things off with a winter rosé sangria. The mulled wine cocktail lets people take their favorite summer drink and update it for the season. Along the way, Addison reveals his cocktail-making musts; from choosing the proper glassware to giving your drink a memorable name.
Then, we turn our attention to a spin on a hot toddy that Mark calls an "Old Pal." He gives a demo on what goes into making this drink that relies heavily on ginger flavors. He also tells viewers where they can get an autographed copy of his book that includes even more creative cocktails.
Loy Gordon, owner of Neir's Tavern, joined Cheddar News to discuss how he saved the establishment three times and why he did so. Gordon also showed Cheddar News some specialty drinks that patrons can enjoy.
To celebrate Black-Owned Business Month, Cheddar News visited Neir's Tavern in Queens, one of the city's oldest taverns where the Martin Scorsese film "Goodfellas" was filmed. Loy Gordon, the bar's owner, discussed the history behind the establishment.
