A Bar Above

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Since excessive drinking has been on the rise during the pandemic, we really want to focus on how to make delicious, spirit-free cocktails and enjoy other beverages such as nonalcoholic beer and wine. And without alcohol, it’s super simple! ½-1 Top with ginger beer. SPIRIT-FREE SPIRITS What am I even talking about?

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The “big upgrade” to this list was the addition of non-alcoholic beer like O’Douls. Or it can be as involved as making zero ABV spirits, developing syrups, and handcrafting bitters all at home. Add ice and stir with a bar spoon to chill. Not very appealing options. Strain with a julep strainer into a rocks glass with ice.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

A shaker, strainer, jigger, and bar spoon are the cornerstones of any home bar. A simple citrus twist, a sprig of mint, or a few olives can transform a basic cocktail into a visually appealing masterpiece. Essential Bar Tools: Shaker: For chilling and mixing ingredients. Jigger: For precise measurement of liquids.

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VinePair

AUGUST 28, 2024

From that point on, I never forgot the recipe and just practiced my stirring before getting one of my first tattoos, a trident bar spoon. There are many ways people make a Moscow Mule, but the one that bothers me is pouring a one-and-one of vodka and ginger beer and calling it a cocktail.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Bar Blade: The quickest & easiest way to open beer & soda bottles Citrus Zester: A great kitchen tool for zesting citrus fruits for drinks, syrups, salads, and more BOUGIE HOME BAR GIFTS Copyright A Bar Above A BAR ABOVE STIRRED COCKTAIL SET Is there anything more beautiful for your home bar than a mixing glass and some sleek bar spoons?

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Print Fall Regatta Course Drinks Keyword cinnamon, Ginger syrup, honey, lemon, Simple syrup, spiced rum, vanilla Ingredients 2 oz. Ginger syrup ½ oz. Honey vanilla syrup ¼ oz. Simple syrup 1 oz. Top with ginger beer.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 15, 2025

Reading Time: 10 minutes Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate Total Cost: $50-100 for basic setup Essential Mocktail-Making Equipment and Ingredients Professional Bar Tools: Your Must-Have List Basic Equipment ($50-100 Budget): Boston shaker set ($20-30) Precision jigger ($10-15) Premium muddler ($12-15) Hawthorne strainer ($15-20) Bar spoon ($8-12) (..)

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

oz simple syrup Technique: Shake with ice, double strain 4. Old Fashioned 2 oz bourbon 1 sugar cube 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters Orange peel Technique: Muddle sugar with bitters, build, stir 3. Daiquiri 2 oz white rum 1 oz fresh lime juice 0.75

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Include a range of mixers, such as tonic water, club soda, and ginger beer, and fresh citrus fruits, such as lemons, limes, and oranges. Pack a pre-made simple syrup or agave nectar, stored in leak-proof containers, for sweetening cocktails, and consider bringing pre-made cocktail mixes, stored in single-serving pouches, for convenience.

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