Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Valentines Day is all about love, and what better way to toast to romance than with a beautifully crafted cocktail? From floral-infused spritzes to decadent chocolate-kissed creations, these love-inspired libations are sure to make hearts flutter. Liqueur , Whiskey Woodford Reserve Bourbon Raspberry Sour Ingredients 1 oz.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

No craft cocktail bar should ever use it. For home bartenders], using the same mix in a Margarita , Whiskey Sour , and Tom Collins will result in subpar drinks that taste overwhelmingly similar. Especially in cocktail bars and lounges, as it diminishes the quality of the drinks. Plus, it just isn’t a great look.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 11, 2024

Fat washing is a technique of using butter as a conduit to extract flavors from different spices or foods and infuse them into the spirit of your choice. We have two on the menu we are most proud of now which are “Laughing over Chocolate and Cigars”, our mezcal infused with Nutella, dried shiitake mushrooms, and espresso beans.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Her cocktail creations tend to evolve with the seasons, embodying the flavors and feelings of the moment. Her craft cocktail for Rémy V, “Second Summer,” was no exception. I used some softer flavors like a prickly pear brandy and Manzanilla, a grape-based fortified wine infused with fresh tarragon.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

If you know your wedding party loves cocktails, adding some garnishing items to their bar carts is a practical gift that they may not buy themselves but that can really elevate their drinks. a personalized flask (the all-time classic groomsman gift), or more of our cocktail bar tools (see below).

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VinePair

MARCH 18, 2025

The data may make the whiskey snob in your life roll their eyes, but it makes sense from a cocktail perspective. Besides their crisp original vodka, they also have a variety of infused vodkas such as habanero, boysenberry, ginger, and cucumber. in 2024, raking in $7.2 Hakan Alagoz, general manager, Willowsong , Washington, D.C.

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The Bartender Company

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

What are nitrogen craft cocktails, and what makes a nitro beverage so special? In this guide, we’ll explore the exciting world of the latest mixology trend – nitro infused cocktails – and learn why nitro drinks continue to be developed for bars and restaurants around the world. What is Nitrogen Gas?

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

That's autumn, a sensory symphony we can capture and savor in a well-crafted cocktail. H4: Techniques for Infusing Fruit Flavors into Your Cocktails – Liquid Gold Muddling fresh fruit is your instant ticket to flavor. For deeper infusions, simmer fruit with sugar and water to create rich simple syrups.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In addition to intense competition from tequila, domestic whiskey and the ready-to-drink (RTD) segments, brandy and Cognac had to contend with economic pressures, as inflation put a crimp in some discretionary spending. DUss Cognac has been accelerating on-premise efforts with cocktails such as the D’Uss Spicy Sidecar.

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Cheers

JULY 19, 2024

So when the summer’s hottest pickleball event, the Beer City Open Pickleball Championships , returned to Grand Rapids, MI, from July 9-14, historic downtown hotel Amway Grand Plaza offered several signature pickleball-inspired craft cocktails. Jalapeno-infused Corazon tequila 1 ½ oz. Agave 2 oz.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 6, 2024

As the second-largest Irish whiskey brand in the world in one of the fastest-growing categories, Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey is experimenting with flavor innovations. One such whiskey is the Tullamore D.E.W. Honey was crafted. makes the Honey Irish Whiskey in a completely unique and innovative way. ‘s U.S.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

We were also able to discover several smaller and regional brands, including Ammunition bourbon and rye; Via Carota craft cocktails; Spritzatto aperitivo; Root Out root beer-flavored whisky; Finvara Irish whiskey; and the Profanity Life family of “Good F*cking” wines and spirits.

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Cheers

JUNE 19, 2024

What began years ago as an increased interest in sophisticated wines, craft beer and American whiskey has now blossomed into a common consumer sentiment towards most alcohol categories. For whiskey drinkers who love single barrel bourbons and special finishes, all these aspects translate naturally into rum.

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Moody Mixologist

MARCH 11, 2025

Strawberry Negroni (gin, strawberry-infused Campari, sweet vermouth) This delicious riff on the classic Negroni uses strawberry-infused Campari for a pop of summer berry flavor that pairs beautifully with the liqueur's bittersweet citrus flavors. Some famous examples of sours are the Whiskey Sour, Amaretto Sour , and basic Gin Sour.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Copyright A Bar Above Well, another year has come and gone, and we’re already swapping out summer rum for winter whiskey. No matter if you’re buying for cocktail lovers, professional bartenders, or cocktail novices, here’s our list of top gifts that are sure to please everyone. Which means…it’s almost the holiday season.

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Cocktail Contessa

JULY 8, 2022

How to Use this Guide For each of these cocktails below, I’ll go through a summer-themed syrup or infusion, a recipe for a single cocktail, and instructions for how to batch the cocktail for eight. For a full tutorial about simple syrups and infusions, head here: All About Simple Syrups.

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Cocktails with Suderman

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The bar had a cocktail menu, but it really shouldn’t have. I don’t recall exactly what was on the menu—there were probably a bunch of drinks that relied on infusions—but it was ambitious enough that I took a gamble on ordering a mixed drink. I wasn’t expecting a masterpiece of craft cocktail showmanship.

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The Liquor Thing

APRIL 18, 2020

It's been re-embraced as a cult and craft cocktail ingredient. Other aromatic ingredients are also infused to get a flowery and botanical flavor. This style is great for classic martinis, gin and tonics, and aviation cocktail. Gin consumption came down in the 20th century. Plymouth gin is only made in Plymouth Gin.

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The Bartender Company

JANUARY 16, 2024

These products are designed to provide a similar sensory experience to their alcoholic counterparts and can be used as replacements in classic cocktail recipes, allowing those who do not consume alcohol to enjoy the ritual and flavors of a well-crafted cocktail. How is a Non Alcoholic Spirit Made?

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 10, 2025

Our Chilled 100 Bartenders embrace the art of crafting cocktails by drawing inspiration from local surroundings, infusing regional flavors, and honoring hometown traditions. With Templeton Whiskey as their base, our Chilled 100 Bartenders create cocktails that tell a story that reflects the essence of a home turf.

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PubClub

JANUARY 26, 2024

The fourth and main course is a choice of Cherry Blossom-Infused Duck Breast with Plum Sauce, Wagyu Beef with Pomegranate Reduction, Pan-Seared Scallops, or Truffle and Shiitake Mushroom Risotto. It will also have a featured cocktail, the Ma Cherie, made with cherry-infused brandy, bourbon and port wine, topped with vanilla cream.

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Dry Atlas

DECEMBER 19, 2023

After seeing an ad for a non-alc whiskey on my Instagram page, I purchased a bottle. But, after making a cocktail at home, it didn’t quite live up to the brand promise. What if I could have stayed out and bought rounds of drinks like I always did with my friends, but with a well-crafted cocktail in hand, not an inferior mocktail?

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Dry Atlas

APRIL 24, 2024

At the time, I was Head of Marketing at Thrillist, and I had also just opened a whiskey bar and a nightclub. That’s why we’re “booze-free craft cocktails.” On the elixir front, our cocktails help to gently support your body with adaptogens and herbs. What pushed you to go beyond your kitchen? Learn more here.

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Beginning with cold-infused Yirgacheffe coffee beans from Ethiopia, the distillery then adds roasted chicory and vanilla beans to round out the complex liqueur. Add some delicious nuance to coffee-centric cocktails like the Black Lodge , a rich take on the Boulevardier. George Spirits NOLA Coffee Liqueur From Bay Area distillery St.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 30, 2024

ALCOHOL ALTERNATIVES GINGER BEER AND FLAVORED SODA WATERS Beginning with the easiest option, when you would normally grab a cocktail, grab a carbonated option like La Croix or ginger beer instead. and simple syrups can add a lot of flavor, making your drink feel more like a cocktail even when omitting the alcohol. Shake and strain.

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Advanced Mixology

MARCH 25, 2025

Craft cocktails arent just drinkstheyre an experience. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner entering the mixology world, grasping the nuances of mixing the perfect cocktail can take your expertise to the next level. One thing for certain: a great cocktail is more than mixing spiritsit takes balance, flair, theatre.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 25, 2025

As bar programs continue to play a more prominent role in restaurant dining, Mario Martinez stands at the forefront of the craft cocktail movement, seamlessly blending global inspiration with local ingredients. We sat down with Martinez to discuss his creative process, inspirations, and the trends shaping the future of cocktails.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

Introduction: The Joy of Crafting Your Own Infused Spirits In an age where cocktail culture is thriving and more people are seeking out unique, artisanal drinking experiences, the art of infusing your own spirits at home has never been more appealing. Why Infuse Your Own Spirits?

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Drinkhacker has taken a tour previously, of sorts, having reviewed their core lineup of whiskey releases in 2022. Prior to firing up their own stills in 2021, their whiskey was produced in partnership with Black Dirt Distillery. We’ve approached Great Jones Distillery and its three-floor homage to the gilded age in New York City.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

(Introduction) Irish whiskey. And while that classic concoction holds a special place, the world of Irish whiskey cocktails has exploded far beyond its caffeinated confines. From crisp, refreshing highballs to complex and layered sours, Irish whiskey is proving its mettle as a base for innovative and exciting drinks.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

For instance, Gin & Juice, the RTD line of ready-to-drink cocktails from Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre, are available Chicago-based Puttshack , a tech-infused mini-golf concept, and the movie house chain AMC Theatres. Savory cocktails are also moving from trendy to more mainstream. Pittsburgh restaurant Scratch & Co.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

To meet this demand, the modern cocktail maker must possess a diverse repertoire of specialized techniques - from muddling and fat-washing to carbonation and sous vide infusions. So get ready to go beyond the basics and unlock a new realm of cocktail artistry.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

Classic Hot Cocktails to Beat the Winter Chill The Perfect Hot Toddy: A Timeless Winter Warmer The hot toddy is a quintessential cold-weather classic, traced back centuries to its origins as a medicinal tonic. Today, this simple yet immensely satisfying cocktail remains a beloved winter staple, known for its soothing, restorative properties.

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Mixologists

MARCH 13, 2025

Early iterations were simple, often combining readily available spirits like brandy, rum, or whiskey with hot coffee to create warming beverages. Modern coffee mixology is characterized by the use of high-quality ingredients, innovative techniques, and a focus on flavor complexity, reflecting the broader trends in the craft cocktail movement.

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Mixologists

MARCH 28, 2025

We believe crafting cocktails should be a fun and engaging social experience, not a daunting task. Strainers: A Hawthorne strainer for shaken cocktails and a fine-mesh strainer for double straining ensure a smooth, professional finish. We discuss different infusion methods and safety precautions.

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Mixologists

MARCH 26, 2025

This surge in popularity also reflects the growing appreciation for artisanal coffee and craft cocktails. Spirits: Vodka (Tito's or Grey Goose), rum (Bacardi or Plantation), and whiskey (Jameson or Bulleit) provide the alcoholic backbone. Coffee Old Fashioned: 2 oz Whiskey (Bourbon or Rye) 0.5 Stir for 20-30 seconds.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Principles of Mindful Mixology Mindful mixology is not merely about the end product - the carefully crafted cocktail itself. Matcha is the star player in our mindful cocktail creations, offering a versatile canvas upon which we can paint a multitude of aromatic and flavor experiences.

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