The Reason Most Bartenders Hate Making Espresso Martinis
The espresso martini might feel like the perfect chilled-out pick-me-up, but a lot of bartenders are frustrated about making them because of this.
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How Many Shots Are In A Mixed Drink?
The world of mixology is vast and complex, and sometimes, simple questions have complicated answers. So, just how many shots go into a mixed drink?
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The Best Substitute For Simple Syrup In Cocktails
Simple syrup is a core ingredient in many classic cocktails, but you can amp up your drink's flavor even more with alternative liquid sweeteners.
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The Easy Way To Add Guinness Draught To Almost Any Cocktail
Guinness Draught may not seem like the most obvious cocktail ingredient, but this foamy stout can make a great addition to whiskey and rum drinks.
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Apple Cider Is The Base Of Ree Drummond's Fall Twist On A Classic Cocktail
Ree Drummond of Pioneer Woman fame takes a classic cocktail and adds a fall twist with the help of apple cider and a few extra spices. Here's how she does it.
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The Best Rum To Pair With Your Chocolate Desserts
There are many different kinds of rum, so which ones go best with rich chocolatey desserts? We turn to a spirit expert for some guidance on pairing the two.
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Transform Pumpkin Beer Into A Fall-Inspired Cocktail With One Ingredient
A bottle of pumpkin beer is always a welcome fall libation, but one simple ingredient can turn the standalone ale into a perfect-for-fall cocktail.
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Avoid These Mistakes With Your Next Tropical, Rum-Based Cocktail
Tropical cocktails are tons of fun, but you still need to approach making them with care. Here's how to avoid any piña colada problems or daiquiri disasters.
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The Unexpected Flavors You Should Be Adding To Your Cider-Based Cocktails
Fall flavors can be delicious if not predictable. When you're in the mood for something a bit more surprising, here's how to give your cider cocktails a boost.
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The Simple Trick For Better Rum Cocktails
If you're starting to get a bit bored your average rum cocktails, there's a simple, expert-approved trick that you can use to give them a boost.
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What Is Rum Typically Made Out Of?
Whether you're sipping on a piña colada or a mojito, that rum had a long journey before it got to your glass. Here's why rum has such a distinct taste.
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The Type Of Rum That's Best Left At The Liquor Store According To An Expert
There are countless varieties of rum on liquor store shelves, but rum expert Robyn Smith advises against ever going for this one type of the spirit.
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Shake Up Your Shirley Temples With This Bubbly Boozy Addition
If you have nostalgia for the Shirley Temple drink you used to have as a kid, you can easily update it with different ingredients to make bubbly cocktails.
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Is Applejack The Same As Apple Brandy?
You've probably heard of applejack and apple brandy, but do these terms refer to the same alcoholic drink? Here's everything you need to know.
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Here's The Actual Difference Between Vodka And Gin
Vodka and gin have similar foundations, but in their final state, the two liquors are so different that they often aren't used in the same drinks and cocktails.
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Don't Have A Cocktail Strainer? Reach For This Tea Accessory
If you want to make perfect cocktails but don't have a designated cocktail strainer, don't give up hope - you may have a substitute in your kitchen already.
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You Can Sip On The Original Mai Tai At One Iconic Georgia Restaurant
The original mai tai was created at the dawn of the tiki movement. Its Georgia home still thrives and you need to go visit the restaurant from where it hails.
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Why The Vodka Martini Was Briefly Called The Kangaroo Kicker
Before the vodka martini was the must-have drink for James Bond fans around the world -- and the bar staple it is today -- it went through a quirky phase.
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What Does Peat Mean When It Comes To Whiskey?
If you've ever smelled or tasted peated whiskey, you surely noted it's distinct flavor. Often used in scotch, here's what peat means when it comes to whiskey.
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What Proof Is Tequila Typically?
It's true that alcohol proofs can vary widely depending on the product, but there's a general range that most tequilas fall within. Here's what that means.
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The Sugar Standard That All Tequilas Must Follow
There's a long history of how tequilas are certified as pure versus bottom-barrel, and a lot of it has to do with the specific kind of sugar used in the liquor.
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The Tequila Cocktail Favored By Mick Jagger
It takes a huge level of stardom to make a little-known cocktail popular. But that’s what happened in 1972 when Mick Jagger first tasted this tequila drink.
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Elevate Your Dirty Martini With Sauerkraut This Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest isn't just about beer. If you're a martini fan, try spicing up your drink of choice with an Oktoberfest-appropriate twist: sauerkraut.
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How To Order A Martini Like You Know What You're Doing
With all the terms and variations on this drink, ordering a martini may seem daunting. Here's how to ask for one like you know what you're doing.
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Why Champagne Is Ruining Your Spritz (And What To Use Instead)
Sabato Sagaria, beverage director of Marc Forgione's Respect Hospitality Group, tells us what to use instead of Champagne for the best Aperol spritz.
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The Perfect Spritz To Sip As The Weather Gets Colder
A spritz might be your go-to drink in the summer, but there's no reason to skip it as the weather cools. Here's expert advice for serving it in any season.
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What Is St. Germain Liqueur And How Do You Drink It?
St. Germain is a common liqueur used in drinks by bartenders, as well as those who make cocktails at home. Here is how you can use it most effectively.
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