Houston magazine Cocktails

Modern Breeze of Luxury | 3rd Bar

This was our take on a Sea Breeze. Grapefruit and good tequila are a fantastic combo. I added the pineapple juice because some great friends and I used to drink tequila and pineapple back in the day. I think we called it a "tequila matador" - they were dangerous. But...

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Jalisco ModLux | Belvedere Lounge

Tequila is not just for shots anymore. Corzo Tequila is a handcrafted, 100% blue agave spirit that demands the respect of a finely made Cognac. The cocktail I have created will complement any meal as an after-dinner dessert cocktail or a wonderful addition to any wedding...

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Mod Citulux | Benjy's in the Village

The theory was to create a flavorful cocktail with a good balance between sweet and tart that is light and refreshing, using only the freshest ingredients. The elderflower has floral notes, the fresh grapefruit adds tartness and the grapefruit thyme simple syrup adds...

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ModLux Cucumber Rose | Grove, The (Houston)

The Cucumber Rose is a classic, refreshing drink - ideal for braving the summer heat. Local ingredients, such as Texas Kirby cucumbers (from Atkinson Farm), are used to make this cocktail truly unique. The cucumber instills a fresh, mild flavor, while the addition of...

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The Modern Luxury Lemon Kiss Martini | Hotel Zaza

The Modern Luxury Lemon Kiss Martini is a delightfully refreshing Martini that tastes just like a Key Lime Pie. The creator of the drink Kristin Sowell says, "People look at us very skeptically when we tell them what it tastes like, then they have one and they cannot...

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Modern Eluxir | Kata Robata

The Modern Eluxir was created by Kata Robata's Xuong "Shon" Kyto to be light, refreshing and summery. "It's an easy summer drink," he says. "It'll cool you down a bit." The fruity mango puree balances out the citrusy Bacardi Limon rum and squeeze of lime. The cocktail...

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ModLux Spiked Snow Cone | Sawyer Park

The family trio that brought you Red Door and The Drake invite you to experience their newest venue, Sawyer Park. The bi-level sports lounge has a rooftop patio with one of the best views of the city. The space holds a rentable room, The Clubhouse, perfect for private...

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