Dale DeGroff, known as “King Cocktail,” is widely credited with sparking the modern cocktail revival in New York City.

The catering options rarely differ. Almost always, there’s a salad bar with every possible variety of Newman’s Own dressing.

The divisive yet beloved liquor, once available only in Chicago, has gained devotees nationally. Can it retain its roots?

This happened recently when I saw cilantro, chocolate, tequila, black olive, and lemon combined into a cocktail called Always ...