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Today we consider anything with a mixer and a spirit a cocktail. This can be a simple as a vodka soda or as complex as a bloody Mary. When the first Bartender's Guide came out in 1862, however, cocktails specifically included...
What's The Difference Between Liquor & Liqueur?
The first time I heard the term liqueur, I thought the person who said it was just talking in an accent for the fun of it. The similar sounding words are often a source of confusion, so to clear things...
For those who love to entertain, an adequately stocked bar is a must. With large gatherings on the horizon, it's time to stock up and prepare your home bar for entertaining once again! You may feel a bit intimidated when...
Bitters are a versatile cocktail ingredient that every bartender or home cocktail crafters should be familiar with. The concept of modern bitter was evolved in the 1800s. Before then, it had been used in ancient Egypt as an alcohol...
History of the Hot Toddy & How to Make One
The hot toddy is a favorite for those frigid winter days. There are many different variations of this drink meaning that you can make it to fit your specific flavor profile (see below for some of our suggestions). It...
Are you an aspiring home bartender that wants to flex their skills when it comes to the cocktail game? If so, you are in luck! Now we aren't saying we are the best (we will totally settle for you saying...
Simply, it's any cocktail made with skill. It is the quantification, dilution, balance, and ingredients used that make a cocktail craft. The attention to ingredients and overall has heightened attention to detail. However, rumor has it that cocktails are undersized...
How to Properly Shake Your Cocktail
Many cocktail recipes require some form of shaking technique and bartenders around the world are finding that the easiest way to shake a cocktail is by using a cocktail shaker. This magnificent technology allows for bartenders-- amateurs and experienced...
Scrolling through a discussion board of fellow cocktail enthusiasts, I came across a post asking what could be substituted for whiskey in cocktails. This individual did not like whiskey and wanted an alternative. To my surprise, I found a lot...