Created by Alex Straus, courtesy of Skyy Vodka.

Adapted from Vintage Spirits & Forgotten Cocktails by Ted Haigh, courtesy of Vieux Carré Absinthe.

Courtesy of Hornitos Tequila.

Courtesy of Hornitos Tequila.

Who better to create this Dia de los Muertos cocktail than the talented Thomas Waugh at New York’s famed Death & Company? The cocktail is named for Catrina, a skeletal figure who has become closely associated with Day of the Dead. In this recipe, the light and fruity taste of strawberry combined with the dark pop of anise and black pepper pays tribute to both the elegance of the Catrina and the darkness of death.… Read more

Courtesy of Blue Coat American Gin.

Created by Esteban Ordonez, courtesy of  Don Q Rum.

Created by Duggan McDonnell, courtesy of Tequila Don Julio.

Muddle 2 blackberries and 3 basil leaves in a Boston shaker. Add Tequila Don Julio, fresh lime juice, agave nectar and ice into shaker. Shake well. Strain contents into stemless martini glass over ice and garnish with a blackberry and basil leaf on a toothpick.

Courtesy of Godiva Chocolate Raspberry Infused Vodka.

 Courtesy of Ketel One Vodka