John Cusimano

A lemony sip that pays homage to dusk in the eternal city.

"This drink reminds me of dusk in the eternal city." —John

"You can buy hibiscus syrup online or make some. Brew strong hibiscus tea, then heat 4 ounces in a saucepan with 4 ounces of sugar. Stir until dissolved." -John

"This martini has got umami—and lots of it. It will chill you out, warm you up, and satisfy you with a little snack.” —John

"Rachael loves the song 'Harvest Moon' by Neil Young. Hopefully she'll love this cocktail just as much." –John Cusimano

"Tiki drinks make you feel like you're sitting on a beach in the South Pacific. This cocktail is my version of that, with the added elegance of champagne." —John Cusimano

"Rachael loves this Moscow Mule spin—I based it on a cocktail we had at a great Indian restaurant in NYC called Gupshup." —John Cusimano

This play on a John Daly (a vodka-splashed riff on an Arnold Palmer) is updated with iced green tea and festive bubbly.

This spiced wine cocktail from Rach's hubby, John, will warm you up this season.