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The Best Way to Upgrade Tiki Cocktails? Turn East to Ming River

Chilled Magazine

“Baijiu is the world’s most popular distilled spirit by both value and volume, so any spirits education that doesn’t include it is woefully incomplete—and a lot less fun,” says Derek Sandhaus, co-founder of Ming River and author of two books about baijiu, including most recent, Drunk in China.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide

A Bar Above

Gin fan: Our resident bartender, Rob, often reaches for Drumshanbo gunpower gin. For example, if I wanted to make a Margarita basket for my dad, I could add fresh limes, homemade simple syrup, oranges (because my family does Margaritas with a splash of orange juice), a citrus juicer , and Cointreau to go with my tequila of choice.

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The Ultimate Guide To Craft Mocktails For Dry January

A Bar Above

DIY mocktail books abound, such as the famed Aviary Restaurant’s Zero, A New Approach to Non-Alcoholic Drinks. INSPIRED FLAVORS: COCKTAIL BOOKS THAT EXPLAIN FLAVOR PROFILES Aristotle said, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” These books helped me to understand flavor pairing. I started with gin.

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Bar Cart Essentials: Create a Stylish Home Bar Setup

Mixologists

Start with the "holy trinity" of base liquors: vodka, gin, and rum. For gin, Tanqueray 10 offers a citrusy profile. Highball Glass: For Gin & Tonic, Moscow Mule. Simple syrup is a must-have. Flavored syrups and liqueurs add creativity. Make simple syrups ahead of time and store in the fridge.

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The Top 10 Summer Cocktails of All Time

Drinkhacker

He devised the cocktail to accompany shellfish, with a gin-based spirit mixed with fruits and spices. Gin and Tonic A drink so straightforward that its name almost entirely contains its full recipe, the classic gin and tonic is about as clean and refreshing as a summer cocktail can get. RS Gin and Tonic 2 oz.

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Coffee Cocktails Unleashed: Espresso Martinis, Cold Brew, & Beyond

Mixologists

Combine 2 oz premium vodka (like Belvedere ), 1 oz coffee liqueur (such as Mr. Black for its less sugary profile), 1 oz espresso, and ½ oz simple syrup in a shaker with ample ice. Opt for a strong, concentrated espresso and adjust the simple syrup to your taste. Create a menu or recipe book for easy reference.

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6 of the Best Bourbon Cocktails for Spring

VinePair

With a build of bourbon, crème de cassis, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters, this modern classic bridges the gap between a Whiskey Sour and a Bramble for a cocktail that’s ready-made for spring sipping. The drink first appeared in London bartender William James Tarling’s “ Café Royal Cocktail Book ,” published in 1937.