Are you tired of the same old tequila drinks, longing to break free from the ordinary and embark on a flavor-filled adventure? Look no further! In this guide, we'll introduce you to an enticing world of tequila cocktails and tequila-mixed drinks that will leave you thirsting for more. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the best tequila drinks crafted to perfection. From classic margaritas to unique concoctions, we've ...
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Gin vs. Vodka: The Difference (And Why It Matters)
For a social drinker, gin and vodka can be difficult to tell apart since they’re both clear liquids interchangeable in cocktail recipes. Sure, gin goes better with fizzy drinks while vodka tastes better with fruit juices. But at their core, what actually makes gin different from vodka? And most importantly, which one is better in certain circumstances? This quick guide to gin vs vodka will answer all these questions and more. From ...
The Best Liquor to Drink Straight By Category In 2023
Outgrown your taste for cocktails? Would you rather just sip something straight? That’s perfectly normal. As you mature, your palate evolves and your preferences change. It’s important to embrace this evolution and explore new flavors and experiences that align with your current taste. Drinking your liquor straight is seen as a mark of adulthood, as it requires one to really appreciate the natural flavors of the ...
How to Make The Perfect Smoked Old Fashioned: Impress Your Guests With This Knockout Recipe
Are you tired of the same old cocktails at every party? Do you love an old fashioned, but you want to learn how to make one so tasty and unique that all your friends talk to each other about how amazing your recipe is? Then look no further than the Smoked Old Fashioned. This classic cocktail has been given a modern twist with the addition of smoke. Yep, that’s right. Smoke. It adds depth and complexity to this already ...
The 9 Best Bar Cabinets for Your At-Home Bar Needs
Creating an at-home bar is a terrific way to entertain friends and family while enjoying your favorite beverages in the comfort of your own space. Whether you're a pro at making drinks or just like to have people over, having a well-stocked home bar can make you a better host. But having a bar at home requires more than just a collection of drinks. It also calls for a proper storage and display solution that keeps everything organized ...
Liquor vs. Liqueur: What’s the Difference (And Why It Matters)
Are you interested in getting into the world of mixology, but feeling uncertain about the difference between liquor and liqueur? If so, you're not alone. With so many different types of alcohol to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. But don't worry, we're here to help. In this blog post, we'll break down the key differences between liquor and liqueur and give you a detailed look at the different types of ...
The 11 Best Bar Carts That Help You Upgrade Your Home Bar
Home bars are awesome. There are no two ways about it. But, they’re either time-consuming or expensive to make. Let’s be honest, it’s normally both. So you’re stuck in that middle ground. You want a home bar but aren’t able to commit to a full construction project. Equally, you don’t want to just bung a load of bottles, glasses, and a shaker on a shelf or in a cupboard and call it a day. I hear you. Enter: the bar cart. A ...
The Best Cocktail Strainers for Home Mixologists (2023)
‘Martini. Shaken, not stirred.’ To most cocktail enthusiasts, the words of James Bond are borderline heresy. But they point towards a reality of being a bartender, whether professionally or just at home: you’re going to have to strain a lot of cocktails, regardless of whether you shake or stir them. So you can stick to making your classic gin martini in your stirring glass. But what if you’re making a ...
The 5 Best Muddlers for At-Home Mixologists
If you’re a cocktail fanatic, then a good bar muddler is a must-have. Sure, shaking and straining drinks is great, and so is using some extravagant fruity garnish. But if you want to really infuse your drink with herbal aromas and flavors, you’ll need a muddling tool. But don’t they all do the same thing? I hear you cry. Well, that would be true if you want the mint leaves and lime wedges to look like they’ve been hit by ...
The 8 Best Cocktail Books in 2023
Mixology is a fine art. It’s creative, precise, and very personal all at once. If you’re anything like me, then every time you’re at a nice bar watching the bartender serve up your favorite alcoholic drink, you’ll be lost for words watching all the mixes and flashy tricks. It can seem super daunting getting yourself into all of that jazz, but luckily there are a few handy books lying around in bookstores, and on the internet to help ...