A Bar Above

MAY 28, 2024

If the dads on your list aren’t tequila drinkers, pick up one of these bottles instead: Whiskey lovers : Try Koval — They even have a variety gift pack containing rye whiskey, bourbon, and four-grain. Vodka connoisseurs : Grab a bottle of vodka from Loft & Bear.

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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. Johns describes Rémy V as floral, subtle, and versatile — an upgrade to any cocktail. It adds complexity to a vodka drink.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 31, 2024

This week, continuing the breakdown of the 82 Platinum medal winners (across all categories), I will take a look at the Platinum medal-winning American whiskeys. Ryes, single malts, and Tennesee whiskeys all make an appearance on this list, with each earning praise from the judges at the 2024 SFWSC.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 5, 2023

With a relentless commitment to crafting original expressions of whiskey, founder Kaveh Zamanian’s determination to challenge the status quo and offer a new vision of what authentic premium American whiskey can be has yielded a company with over a decade under its belt — with no signs of slowing down. s Rabbit Hole Distillery.

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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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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 2, 2024

Spirits competitions across the world pit the best whiskies, bourbons, tequilas, vodkas, and more against one another. In 2014, we started the North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition. Vodka is the most arduous spirit to judge correctly Good vodka is almost tasteless. Photo by Christopher J.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Start with the "holy trinity" of base liquors: vodka, gin, and rum. Then, add tequila and whiskey. For vodka, consider Grey Goose for its smooth finish. Rittenhouse Rye is a bold whiskey option. Mixing and Serving: Must-Have Bar Tools and Equipment (Professional Grade) Crafting cocktails requires the right tools.

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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.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

That's autumn, a sensory symphony we can capture and savor in a well-crafted cocktail. H3: Base Spirits for Fall: Whiskey, Rum, Brandy & Liqueurs – The Spirit of the Season These spirits are the backbone of your fall creations. Combine with vodka, coffee liqueur, and a splash of heavy cream.

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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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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. What’s Stewart’s favorite vodka?

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VinePair

OCTOBER 3, 2024

It’s part of the Spirit & Mixer, well drink, dive bar canon: Vodka & Soda. Nothing is seen as more basic — in more ways than one — than the Vodka Soda, yet Superbueno ‘s Vodka Y Soda is anything but. There’s vodka and there’s soda in there, sure, but it’s a fruity, spicy flavor bomb.

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Cocktails with Suderman

JANUARY 29, 2025

As a long-time reader of your newsletter, and someone who became a career bartender and bar manager after studying and learning from that newsletter, I’d like to ask for your perspective about the future of the craft cocktail movement. Cocktail maximalism is thriving. At heart the question is simply “Where next?”

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Cocktail Whisperer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Tweet Late Summer Fizz/Photo by Glenn Scott Photography Whiskey is one of my favorite things. I’ll go to lengths to describe the way it makes me feel and especially the way it performs in craft cocktails. Whiskey cocktails? Don’t look away; it’s perfectly acceptable to mix cocktails with whiskey.

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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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VinePair

OCTOBER 23, 2024

But those days appear to be firmly behind us, thanks to the craft cocktail revival of the early aughts, and the increasing popularity of drinks like the Martini and Negroni. Younger people have grown up in an era of far more variety in cocktail bars and restaurants than generations past, and that’s led them to be more adventurous.

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A Bar Above

JUNE 2, 2024

Like I mentioned, the craft cocktail movement is mostly to blame for the supply shortage, but it’s a little more complicated than simple supply-and-demand. When the pandemic craziness hit in 2020 and creating great cocktails at home suddenly became all the rage, the sales of Chartreuse skyrocketed. 75 ounce Mezcal.75

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Moody Mixologist

MARCH 11, 2025

Vesper Martini (gin, vodka, Lillet Blanc) Like the classic Martini, the Vesper features a mix of gin and a wine-based modifier. The Vesper steps things up a notch with an extra heavy pour of gin and the addition of an ounce of vodka. Some famous examples of sours are the Whiskey Sour, Amaretto Sour , and basic Gin Sour.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Monday : With whiskey and gin alternatives, you can recreate many classic cocktails with Monday’s non-alcoholic spirits. Ritual : With four different varieties of NA spirits, Ritual has you covered in terms of versatility with their zero-proof tequila, rum, whiskey, and gin. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with a slice of lime.

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PubClub

JANUARY 19, 2024

This downtown aerie has an outdoor patio with downtown views and an ice bar that keeps cocktails like the “Suit & Tie” (a cherry vodka and sparkling wine concoction) and the “Rooftop Buzz” (a coffee and martini mashup). Drinks and food make for happy people at Haywire restaurant. Photo: Visit Plano Haywire.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

Those of us who appreciate the finer things in life understand the allure of a perfectly crafted cocktail. Old Fashioned The Old Fashioned is one of the most common cocktail drinks known for its timeless appeal. Manhattan The Manhattan is a classic cocktail renowned for its timeless elegance and rich flavors.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

Those of us who appreciate the finer things in life understand the allure of a perfectly crafted cocktail. Old Fashioned The Old Fashioned is one of the most common cocktail drinks known for its timeless appeal. Manhattan The Manhattan is a classic cocktail renowned for its timeless elegance and rich flavors.

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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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The Bartender Company

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In recent years, professional bartenders and mixologists have experimented with new ingredients in their quest to develop thrilling and flavorful cocktails. What are nitrogen craft cocktails, and what makes a nitro beverage so special? Nitro Cocktails to Sample Why would a mixologist make nitrogen craft cocktails?

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The Liquor Thing

APRIL 18, 2020

It's been re-embraced as a cult and craft cocktail ingredient. Genever is made from a base of malt grain, which gives it a darker color and a light-bodied, botanical whiskey-like robust flavor. Some sloe gins are made with vodka also. Gin consumption came down in the 20th century. Sloe gin is a fruit cordial.

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Advanced Mixology

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Absinthe is making a comeback in the world of cocktails. This anise-flavored spirit has now been thrust back into the spotlight with the rising popularity of craft cocktails. It artfully blends Absinthe's botanical flavors with the smooth, dry profile of gin, vodka, and vermouth.

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Advanced Mixology

MARCH 11, 2024

Understanding the flavor profiles that complement orange juice can elevate your cocktail crafting from simple mixes to a more sophisticated blend of tastes. Vodka - Classic Mixer Think of vodka and orange juice as that reliable friend who always shows up. Whipped cream vodka blended with orange juice is your ticket.

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Cocktail Contessa

JULY 8, 2022

We’ll cover batching for 4 different kinds of bourbon cocktails: old fashioneds: 2 parts whiskey, 1/2 part sweet, bitters whiskey sours: 2 parts whiskey, 1 part sour, 1 part sweet boulevardiers: 1.5 But we’re talking batched bourbon cocktails, so I’m sticking with the whiskey sour here.

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

With its blend of whimsy and fright, this season invites us to gather with friends and family to celebrate the spookiest night of the year — and what better way to set the mood than with some creatively crafted cocktails? It makes a beautiful addition to any cocktail program and will spook up any beverage. Orange Liqueur ½ oz.

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Made in Jilotepec, Mexico, from ancestral maize, the corn liqueur brings together the sweet, toasty flavors of vanilla, caramel, and roasted corn that pair particularly well with whiskey and agave spirits. Sweetened with cane sugar and bottled at a bold 45 percent ABV, the liqueur is a delicious domestic interpretation. $25,

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 30, 2024

HOLD THE BASE SPIRIT: MAKING BEVERAGES INTERESTING WITHOUT LIQUOR SODA WATER AND BITTERS As someone whose go-to drink is a whiskey highball , an easy substitute is to skip the alcohol and simply combine soda water (or tonic if youre a gin and tonic drinker) and bitters. Monday Gin is another brand that came up a lot in our community group.)

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In bar after bar in Asia and beyond, the landscape was dominated by vodka, rum, and whiskey. Working with local farmers, Mizu is crafted in the traditional honkaku style through a single distillation designed to better capture the natural essence and richness of the harvest with a greater complexity great for craft cocktails.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

RTDs have taken the spotlight lately, particularly spirits-based beverages from canned Gin and Tonics and bottled Negronis to craft cocktails packaged in pouches and bags-in-a-box. Austin Cocktails and Fresca Mixed , in particular, have boosted the company’s bottom line as of late.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Well see fresh takes on the classic cocktails, such as the Sassy Martinez, made with Scotlands Sassenach Spirits, at the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel in Edinburgh. Its made with caramelized onion-infused vodka, house-pickled green tomato brine, and blanco vermouth, then garnished with a goat cheese-stuffed olive.

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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. These drinks, with their simple yet satisfying combinations, became staples in bars and lounges around the world, showcasing the versatility of coffee as a cocktail ingredient.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

MasterClass: Lynnette Marrero & Ryan Chetiyawardana Ideal for all skill levels Focus on craft cocktails & flavor pairing Subscription-based with access to other courses Best for: Aspiring cocktail artists [Continue with remaining courses following same format.] hours $19.99

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

Quick Navigation Introduction to Mixology Essential Tools & Equipment Basic Techniques Must-Know Cocktail Recipes Expert Tips & Troubleshooting Building Your Home Bar Safety & Best Practices FAQs Introduction to Mixology Mixology is more than just mixing drinks—it's the art and science of crafting cocktails.

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