Drinking With Nolan

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Drinking With Nolan

Husband, dog dad, HR pro, and home bartender. Proprietor of N&T Supply Co. Living the home bar life - making great cocktails and sharing with friends.

Home bartender in Socal enjoying and sharing a drink or two. I hope you enjoy

06/04/2026

Back at , and it feels good to be surrounded by treasure, rum, and island vibes once again.

First up is their Crystal Skull (Clarified Zombie), and this cocktail is every bit as impressive as it sounds. Built with Skull & Crown’s rum blend, pineapple, lime, lilikoi, lehua honey, Chinatown spice tincture, Laʻie vanilla, absinthe, and bitters, then milk-clarified to crystal-clear perfection.

What I love most is how it takes all the bold, complex flavors of a classic Zombie and transforms them into something elegant and deceptively smooth. The tropical fruit shines, the spices linger just enough, and the clarification creates an incredibly silky texture that makes each sip feel almost too easy.

Skull & Crown never disappoints when it comes to creative tiki cocktails, and this one is a perfect reminder of why it remains one of my favorite stops whenever I’m in Hawaii.

06/03/2026

It’s Mai Tai time!

I love a good classic Mai Tai, but you know I can’t resist putting my own spin on things. My version gets a float of bitters instead of the traditional rum float, and I’m convinced it’s the way to go.

The bitters add a beautiful pop of color, a subtle hint of anise and spice, and just enough complexity to keep you coming back for another sip. It doesn’t overpower the drink—it simply elevates everything that makes a Mai Tai great: rich rum, bright citrus, and that unmistakable tropical character.

Sometimes the smallest tweaks make the biggest difference. One sip and you might just skip the rum float forever.

05/27/2026

After all the flights, hotels, and travel, it’s always a good feeling to make it back to my favorite spot —

Tonight’s drink of the day is the La Roma, and it’s exactly the kind of cocktail I needed to settle back in. Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, it’s one of those drinks that instantly reminds me why this place always feels like home.

Sometimes after being all over the place, the best thing is returning to a familiar seat, great food, and a cocktail made by people who know exactly what they’re doing. Cheers to being back!

05/21/2026

This Golden Hour from .hb was exactly what I needed after a long day at an HR conference over at the .

Made with Nolet’s Gin, saffron-infused Dolin Blanc, peach, and cardamom bitters, it was light, elegant, and incredibly smooth. The saffron and cardamom gave it this subtle warmth and complexity, while the peach kept everything bright and refreshing — the perfect cocktail to ease into a well-earned happy hour.

Good drinks just hit differently after a full day of meetings and it helps get the networking started!

05/20/2026

This Nutella Espresso Martini from in NYC was absolutely unbelievable!

Not only is The Glass Ceiling a super cool brunch spot with an amazing view, but this cocktail completely stole the show. Rich, creamy, and dangerously indulgent, it blends vodka, Nutella, and fresh espresso into something that tastes like dessert and a cocktail had the perfect late-night child. Then the biscoff cookie dust comes in and takes it completely over the top with that warm spiced sweetness that makes every sip even better than the last.

Sweet, bold, silky, caffeinated… honestly, this thing had no business being this good.

05/14/2026

Found a fun little spot called with my sister and Tyler, and it ended up being exactly the kind of night we needed — good music, great people watching, and even better cocktails

I went with the Paper Fox, made with Dark Rye whiskey, maraschino liqueur, house-made ginger syrup, and lime juice. Bright, spicy, and perfectly balanced, it had that warm rye backbone with just enough ginger kick and citrus to keep things lively. A little cozy, a little playful, and dangerously easy to sip while soaking in the atmosphere.

Definitely one of those “glad we stumbled in here” kind of places.

05/13/2026

Made my way out to New York for a little mix of work and fun, and found myself at for dinner with the team.

This Sumac Margarita absolutely hit the spot. Herbaceous, tangy, and dangerously crushable, it brought together chile-infused tequila, lime, pomegranate, and a cilantro-mint cordial for a cocktail that was bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor. The pomegranate added just the right touch of richness, while the herbs kept everything fresh and vibrant.

A perfect cocktail to unwind with after a full day in the city.

05/12/2026

I saw this Bee’s Knees on the menu at and immediately knew it was coming to the table!

There’s just something timeless about this cocktail — bright lemon, smooth gin, and that touch of honey sweetness that makes every sip feel crisp, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. Simple ingredients, done right, always win.

Light, citrusy, and effortlessly elegant, this one absolutely hit the spot. Sometimes you don’t need the most complicated drink on the menu… just the right one.

05/11/2026

Celebrating Mother’s Day with a smoky little twist on a classic — the Rosita

I swapped the traditional tequila for , and it completely transformed the drink. The mezcal’s earthy smoke plays beautifully with the bittersweet Campari, while the dry and sweet vermouth keep everything smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. One dash of bitters ties it all together into something bold, elegant, and seriously sippable.

A cocktail with a little warmth, a little complexity, and a whole lot of character — kind of like the amazing moms we’re celebrating today. Cheers to Mother’s Day!

05/07/2026

Oh man, a nice frosty Manhattan was exactly what I needed at

Cold, smooth, and perfectly balanced — that rich whiskey warmth paired with sweet vermouth and bitters just hits differently when it’s ice cold and silky. Sometimes the classics are classics for a reason, and a properly chilled Manhattan has a way of making the whole day slow down for a minute.

Simple, timeless, and always satisfying. Cheers to the cocktails that never let you down.

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