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Does Plucky, Plum-Based Slivovitz Stand a Chance in Modern Cocktail Culture?

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“Slivovitz probably needs a signature cocktail. Depth and Complexity In London’s cocktail world, fruit distillates in general are “mega trendy,” according to Alex Kratena, former head bartender at Artesian and the co-founder of both Tayēr + Elementary and Muyu liqueurs. “I

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We Asked 25 Bartenders: What’s the Best Scotch for Cocktails?

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I enjoy utilizing Highland Park 12 Year Single Malt Scotch in cocktails, especially Manhattan variations. It’s aged in a mix of European and American sherry-seasoned casks and the peat is present but balanced, so I find it fun to mix with other whiskies and fruit brandies like bonded apple brandy.”

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