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Why Are Kalamatas the Black Sheep of Martini Olives?

VinePair

that’s made them the black sheep of the garnish game all these years? What about the beloved black olive, though? Cocktail culture is no stranger to defying the laws of tradition, so what is it about Kalamatas et al. The Snack Factor Black olives predominantly live in salads and on charcuterie boards.

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The Ultimate Gift Guide for Bartenders

A Bar Above

Consider this set of three strainers , a heavyweight bar mixing spoon set , or even some cocktail picks to step up their garnish game. Now I’m totally biased, but I think our tools are some of the best! Within our catalog, you’re sure to find the perfect tool for your buddy.

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GSN Review: Wildfare Orange Stuffed Olives

Good Spirits News

We definitely recommend these not only as an upgrade to your cocktail garnish game, but also for your next charcuterie or cheese plate. The olives are not too salty, have the perfect amount of resistance when bitten into, while the orange peel adds a bit of slightly bitter citrus.

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Mastering Garnishes With William Elliot of Maison Premiere and Tigre

VinePair

Maison’s garnish game is legendary in the cocktail community for its precision, beauty, and singular quality. I can tell a Maison cocktail just from a photo of the garnish — they’re really that distinctive. the outside world melts away. Much of that sense of immersion comes not just from what’s in the glass but what’s on it.