There are different kinds of Oscar parties. There are Oscar parties with crostinis, idle chatter during commercials, and some mingling in the kitchen. Then there are Oscar parties where strong martinis are served, chiffon and satin are worn, and the volume on the TV is turned down low. And, of course, there are Oscar parties of two, where a laptop is propped up on some cookbooks and you spend the whole time debating who is "best dressed." Whatever the party, whatever you drink, you'll want something heavy and substantial in hand -- something like an Oscar.
Martini by Erika Kotite
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Lemon and Sherry Spritzer (aka Rebujito) by Amanda Hesser
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Aviation by Erik Lombardo
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Martinez by Erik Lombardo
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Last Call by gingerroot
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Negroni by Erika Kotite
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Sazerac by Erika Kotite
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Moscow Mule by Amanda Hesser
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Pomelder Prosecco Punch by hardlikearmour
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A Tribute to Woody (Homemade Ginger Ale Float) by inpatskitchen
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