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4 Modern Old-Fashioned Recipes You Need To Try

Chilled Magazine

Served as early as 1806, the Old-Fashioned was an evolution of the Whiskey Cocktail, and the ingredients were simple: whiskey, sugar, bitters and water. Today, no matter what bar you walk into, you can always order an Old-Fashioned. Preferred substitute: Scrappy’s Orange Bitters. Cover the pith with the bitters and muddle well.

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We Asked 16 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Cheap Bourbon?

VinePair

It’s a subcategory stuffed with tried-and-true labels and buzzy emerging brands, but there are some splendid bottles that fly under the radar — and this collection of underrated gems is thrilling to explore on its own merit. Dant Bottled in Bond Kentucky Bourbon will always have a spot in my well and home. Here’s what they had to say.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide

A Bar Above

Throw in a bottle of his favorite liquor and a bar mat for a non-slip surface, a jar of cocktail cherries for garnish, or a cocktail smoker kit, and you have a complete gift! Photo copyright A Bar Above SPIRITS If your Pops likes a good cocktail and drinking gifts in general, gifting a bottle of alcohol is a pretty practical gift.

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Wedding Party Gift Guide

A Bar Above

Copyright A Bar Above Barware You can’t really go wrong with excellent bar tools ! From basic tools like a cocktail shaker tins and double jigger to a full bar tool set with a bar spoon/cocktail strainer/wood muddler, the cocktail enthusiasts in your wedding party will rejoice.

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The Cocktail College Podcast: The Improved Whiskey Cocktail

VinePair

Few drinks can compete with the timeless mixture of whiskey, sugar, bitters, and ice, otherwise known as an Old Fashioned (or a Whiskey Cocktail or an Old Fashioned Cocktail). Dust off that bottle of Maraschino liqueur, get some absinthe ready, and tune in for more.

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Celebrate National Espresso Martini Day with These Cocktail Riffs

Drinkhacker

Today, the Espresso Martini is one of the most ordered cocktails in the world, and every day, a new canned or bottled version hits the market. No one is sure about the first, but the answer to the latter is yes: Its a brilliant cocktail that simultaneously hits as bitter, sweet, boozy, and, if caffeinated, keeps you partying all night.

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Bar Cart Essentials: Create a Stylish Home Bar Setup

Mixologists

A long-handled bar spoon is ideal for stirring. A bottle opener and corkscrew are non-negotiable. Bitters like Angostura add complexity. Bitters: Aromatic additions that enhance cocktail complexity. A Japanese-style jigger provides precise measurements. A sturdy muddler extracts flavors perfectly.

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