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How Mileta’s Bar Manager John Shelton Crafted The Wasp, a Fig Leaf-Infused Gin Cocktail

Chilled Magazine

APRIL 14, 2025

Infusions add a huge level of depth and complexity to cocktails, and at Mileta , Bar Manager John Shelton highlights this technique with The Wasp. Made with fig leaf-infused gin, Genepy, sweet rouge vermouth, and bitters, the drink balances herbal, vanilla, and coconut notes for an aromatic experience. Fig Leaf Gin oz.

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Cardamom-Infused Old Fashioned

Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

” Fierce & Kind Spirits Whiskey Cardamom-infused Old Fashioned Ingredients 2 oz Fierce & Kind Straight Bourbon 3/4 oz Cardamom Syrup 3 dashes Angostura bitters Flamed orange twist (for garnish) Preparation Make the Cardamom syrup: Toast 7 cardamom pods in a small pot until fragrant.

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Elements: PX Sherry

Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In his The Rum Also Rises cocktail, Simon’s team uses PX sherry as a binding agent that connects the floral fruitiness of tea-infused rum with the bittersweet flavors of cacao and coffee to create an indulgent nightcap that doubles as dessert. Earl Grey–infused rum (Simon suggests a white rum such as Bounty or Flor de Caña) 3/4 oz.

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Bartender Book of the Month Club: Drink Your Garden

Chilled Magazine

APRIL 30, 2025

WhatMakes DrinkYourGarden Unique The book captures the best of the moderndrinkmovement, offering: Recipes for syrups, shrubs, bitters, and infused spirits like Buzz Button Gin, Poblano Liqueur, and Brown Butter Vodka. The post Bartender Book of the Month Club: Drink Your Garden appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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Modern Coffee Cocktails

Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2024

And while these classics are still as popular as ever, modern coffee cocktails have evolved to incorporate everything from drip coffee to infusions, syrups, and cold-brew concentrate. Tipsy Jitters Infusing the cream with Angostura bitters amps up the warm fall flavors of this coffee cocktail by Nashville’s Martha My Dear.

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Back in Black

Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Black Sesame Infused Knob Creek Bourbon* 1 oz. Black Sesame Infused Knob Creek Bourbon Ingredients 1 750 ml bottle overproof Knob Creek Bourbon 25g roasted salted black sesame seeds Preparation Using a spice grinder, roughly grind the sesame seeds. The post Back in Black appeared first on Chilled Magazine. Ingredients ¾ oz.

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Crafting Exceptional Cocktails with Bartender Adam Fournier

Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2025

Popular cocktails on the menu include the Amalfi Gimlet, which features gin or vodka, Meyer lemon, and an Amalfi Air that evokes the Mediterranean breeze, and the Banana Dance, a personal favorite of Fourniers that is essentially a low-ABV Manhattan-style drink with banana-infused sherry and Irish whiskey. Ford's London Dry Gin oz.

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Chocolate Cocktails

Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Cacao-Kissed Classics Amor & Lujuria Chocolate Strawberry Negroni Cacao-infused vermouth and strawberry-infused Campari balance out the classic bitter notes of the drink. The post Chocolate Cocktails appeared first on Imbibe Magazine. Kentucky River An Old Fashioned riff with notes of peach and chocolate.

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The Chilled 100 Bartenders Create Unique Rum Cocktails Using Ten To One

Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

This festive drink starts with a rich pistachio coquito mix, which provides a creamy base infused with coconut and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger. This cocktail, infused with festive spices and a touch of citrus, is a spirited celebration of taste, offering delightful surprises with every sip. Ten To One Rum 1 oz.

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The Flavor Feed: Cinnamon

Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Of course, cinnamon-infused liquors or spirits are nothing newwith some we love more than others. Cinnamon is currently sliding its way into recipes from infusion to glass, expressing its spicy versatility and elegance. The post The Flavor Feed: Cinnamon appeared first on Chilled Magazine. Add garnish and serve.

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Why Tiramisu Never Goes Out of Style

Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In the last two years, I’ve sipped a Tiramisu Martini at a Nashville cocktail bar (see recipe below), spooned up a version dotted with local strawberries in a farmhouse in Burgundy, France, and spotted a green tea-infused take at a Manhattan sushi spot. The post Why Tiramisu Never Goes Out of Style appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.

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Meet Chilled 100 Bartender Laura Pica

Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

I focus on using different fresh herbs in my cocktails, but Ive been on this savory dill martini kick, experimenting with dill rapid infusions with vodka and gin and building on that with caper or pepperoncini brine for fun takes on a dirty martini. The post Meet Chilled 100 Bartender Laura Pica appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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Drink of the Week: Planteray Cut & Dry Coconut Rum

Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 7, 2025

The dried fruit is then infused in a blend of pot still and column still rum from Stade’s West Indies Rum Distillery in Bridgetown at a ratio of one coconut per liter of rum. 34.99, astorwines.com Kingston Negroni Classic Pia Colada The post Drink of the Week: Planteray Cut & Dry Coconut Rum appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.

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An Imbiber’s Guide to Cocktail Kits

Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Cocktails include Margaritas , Martinis , and infused Old Fashioneds. The post An Imbiber’s Guide to Cocktail Kits appeared first on Imbibe Magazine. When ordered with alcohol, the kits arrive in two separate shipments: one for the cocktail mixers and the other for the liquor.

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Three Ways: Ranch Water

Imbibe Magazine

JULY 14, 2024

From green tea infusions to chili-spiked sotol variations, here are three next-gen Ranch Waters to take for a spin. green tea-infused blanco tequila 1/2 oz. Add infused tequila and fresh lime juice and stir, then top with cold sparkling mineral water. Garnish with a lime wheel.

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The Flavor Feed: Lavender

Chilled Magazine

MARCH 7, 2025

Bartenders love using lavender in all kinds of waysthink lavender syrups, infused spirits, aromatic mists, and even as a pretty purple garnish. The post The Flavor Feed: Lavender appeared first on Chilled Magazine. With its dreamy, floral aroma, lavender plays well with everything, from gin and vodka to tequila and whiskey.

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Check Out This Modern Botanical Riff on the Classic Paloma from Better Man Distilling Company

Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing recipe featuring Vida Morada, the new lavender-infused tequila from The Better Man Distilling Company located in Patchogue, New York. The lavender infusion introduces a soft, aromatic sweetness that mellows the citrus, creating a refreshing yet sophisticated beverage. Try it out!

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Drink of the Week: Donna’s Pickle Beer

Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Pickle-infused beer has been around for decades. 6-pack/$15.99, pilot-project-brewing.myshopify.com The post Drink of the Week: Donna’s Pickle Beer appeared first on Imbibe Magazine. I don’t like pickles, or anything briny and vinegary. But the Imbibe 75 Place to Watch uses this 4.4%

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5 to Try: Makgeolli

Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 30, 2025

craft beverage consumer, with a canned format and three fruit-infused flavors in addition to the original. Infused with lotus leaf and flower, this makgeolli delivers a silky texture with floral aromatics, subtle earthiness, and a clean, refreshing finish. 4-pack (12 oz. 4-pack (12 oz. 27/4-pack (8 oz.

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Pisco Cocktails

Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 15, 2024

Carina Carina This twist on the Pisco Sour gets a subtle spiciness from chai-infused orange juice. The Laotong Cool off on hot days with Coterie ‘s vibrant tea-infused pisco cocktail. The post Pisco Cocktails appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.

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In Honor of Black History Month, Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Bespoke Cocktails Highlighting Edmond’s Honor Bourbon

Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The vanilla-infused bourbon adds a cozy, nostalgic warmth, while Fino sherry and lemon keep it fresh and bright. The post In Honor of Black History Month, Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Bespoke Cocktails Highlighting Edmonds Honor Bourbon appeared first on Chilled Magazine. Combine with hot water.

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Cream Is Key to Decadent Cocktails

Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Lite Treason In this twist on the White Russian , coffee’s chocolatey, earthy notes are complemented by amaro and a mezcal-infused whipped cream. Truss and Twine’s White Russian This take on the classic coffee cocktail gets twice the java via coffee liqueur and a coffee–infused gin.

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The Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Bespoke Cocktails Highlighting Edmond’s Honor Bourbon

Chilled Magazine

APRIL 3, 2025

Popcorn and Peanut-infused, Brown Butter Fat Washed Edmonds Honor Bourbon* oz. Garnish withBruled Apple Fan and Popcorn *Popcorn and Peanut-infused Bourbon Ingredients 1 bottle of Edmonds Honor 4 oz. of peanuts and 1 cup of popcorn to a container and allow to infuse for 2 days. Monin Salted Caramel Syrup 1 oz.

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Bartenders’ Favorites: 12 Most Used Spirits Behind the Bar

Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

This Jamaican favorite infuses dark rum with warming spices, making it a go-to for tropical-inspired cocktails, like the Pia Colada, and adding a festive kick to winter warmers like the Hot Buttered Rum. The post Bartenders’ Favorites: 12 Most Used Spirits Behind the Bar appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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Gear: English-Style Teapots

Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Vienna Glass Teapot with Removable Infuser The delicate appearance and lightweight build of the Vienna Glass Teapot belies its durability. The removable stainless-steel infuser makes brewing loose-leaf teas a snap, and the extra-wide handle makes for comfortable pouring. . 173–$337/34-ounce, food52.com

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Hot Drinks for Winter Sipping

Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

Sweet Nothings Hot Toddy Spice things up with this rooibos and black pepper–infused bourbon toddy. Top Friends A favorite Chinese dish is transformed into a cozy cocktail of reposado tequila, a Sichuan chili oil-infused amaro, and vegan soy sauce caramel. The post Hot Drinks for Winter Sipping appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.

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4 Modern Old-Fashioned Recipes You Need To Try

Chilled Magazine

APRIL 28, 2024

Let infuse for 12-24 hours, then strain out bark. Housemade Orange Bitters Ingredients 1 liter Vodka 1 pint Orange Peels Preparation Combine vodka and orange peels and let infuse for two weeks in the refrigerator. The post 4 Modern Old-Fashioned Recipes You Need To Try appeared first on Chilled Magazine. Stir in hickory bark.

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Watch Alessio Sarti Create his Violetta Maledetta cocktail Using Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer

Chilled Magazine

JUNE 24, 2024

Gin , Liqueur , Vermouth Violetta Maledetta by Alessio Sarti - @vagabond.bartender Ingredients 1 ½ oz Butterfly Tea Pea Infused Gin 1 oz Bianco Vermouth 1 oz Italicus Liqueur 5 dashes fee foam Preparation Mix all ingredients into a coupe glass.

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Chilled 100 Bartenders Summertime Mixin’ with Highclere Castle Gin

Chilled Magazine

JUNE 4, 2024

The post Chilled 100 Bartenders Summertime Mixin’ with Highclere Castle Gin appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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Check Out Top Entries in the Mango Shotta Paint the Town Mango Cocktail Competition. Last Chance to Enter!

Chilled Magazine

MAY 30, 2024

Grand Prize winner will be feature in Chilled Magazine. 300ml with 300g sugar **Carrot-infused Charanda Uruapan Ingredients 2 large carrots Preparation Take 2 large carrots and peel into thin strips. Toasted Rice infused Cointreau Ingredients 120 grams White Rice 12 oz. appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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Heart of Glass

Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Reishi & Shiitake-infused Tito’s ½ oz. The post Heart of Glass appeared first on Chilled Magazine. This concoction is the perfect detox and retox at the same time.” ” — Tina Schuttenberg, Co-Owner of Kwei Fei Vermouth , Vodka Heart of Glass by Kwei Fei, Charleston, SC Ingredients 2 ½ oz.

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Behind the Qabuli Palow Cocktail at Lapis in Washington D.C.

Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Carrot & Raisin-infused Westward Single Malt* ½ oz. Carrot & Raisin Westward Single Malt Infusion Ingredients 50g Shredded Carrots 50g Red Raisins Preparation Sous vide at 130f for 1 hour. appeared first on Chilled Magazine. Serve over a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange twist.

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Behind the Casa Julian Cocktail from Amarena

Chilled Magazine

JULY 27, 2024

The ginger and lemon syrup add a burst of freshness, and the cucumber infuses a light, refreshing touch. The post Behind the Casa Julian Cocktail from Amarena appeared first on Chilled Magazine. Chef Julian Medina crafted this delightful drink after his summer travels to Italy, inspired by al fresco Happy Hours in Rome. Lemon Juice.5

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A Negroni Week Globetrot

Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

This special drink merges the Negroni with the Jeju cocktail, which features a Korean spirit infused with dried tangerine peel, complementing the citrus notes of Campari. The Bitter Bird by by bartender Amber MacMullin is a blend of Campari, pineapple rum, chile-infused vodka, and falernum. Seoul: Bar Cham Bar Cham , Asia’s No.

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A Unique Take on the Classic Vesper Cocktail from Bar Continental

Chilled Magazine

JUNE 5, 2024

In addition to the classic Vesper citrus tasting notes, Bar Continental’s Vesper cocktail features a new savory component – the infusion of Mirepoix Seasoning, a spice mix traditionally used in French cooking, alongside Cocchi Americano aperitif wine. Check out the recipe by award-winning Chef Sean Brock below!

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The Chilled 100 Bartenders Create Fall Inspired Cocktails Using El Mayor Tequila

Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Each bartender has teamed up with El Mayor Tequila to infuse their unique flair into these creations, blending the rich, smooth essence of fine tequila with the vibrant tastes of the season. Dark chocolate infused El Mayor Reposado* 1 ½ oz. Garnish with tempered and shaped dark chocolate from the infusion shaped like twill.

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3 NYC Bartenders Predict Spring Cocktail Trends

Chilled Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

Expect an influx of tropical and tiki-inspired concoctions, alongside innovative additions like Ube-infused drinks, according to Renato Tonelli, Beverage Training Director at Dante West Village. The post 3 NYC Bartenders Predict Spring Cocktail Trends appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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8 Best Gin Picks, According to Top Bartenders

Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2024

135 East Gin transcends borders, infusing the spirit with the essence of rare Japanese cucumber and traditional European botanicals. Infused with gunpowder tea, this gin ignites the senses with a burst of oriental spice with a distinct Irish twist. Enter the Chilled 100 Spirits Awards Today! Enter the Chilled 100 Spirits Awards Today!

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Elements: Pandan Cocktails

Imbibe Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

His work-around involved using rye whiskey infused with oolong tea, a one-two punch of spice and tannins that transforms pandan into a nuanced supporting player. pandan and oolong–infused rye whiskey 1/2 oz. pandan and oolong–infused rye whiskey 1/2 oz. coconut water 1/4 oz. coconut water 1/4 oz. Chill the bag in an ice bath.

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Embrace Your Inner Playfulness: Craft the FUN

Chilled Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

It’s been said that depending on the day, culinary chefs infuse their dishes with the “essence” of their prevailing mood. It’s so easy to zero in on perfection, then inadvertently, we can infuse our creations with some overly serious vibes. Let’s raise our glasses to the sheer delight of the cocktail experience.

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5 Frozen Fruity Cocktails in NYC Right Now!

Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2024

This refreshing beverage features Tito’s Vodka, watermelon, basil-infused simple syrup, and lime, making it the perfect complement to the restaurant’s extensive wood-fired pizza menu. Water (for frozen machine) Preparation Infuse Teeling Small Batch Whiskey with dried hibiscus for 25 minutes and fine strain. Saline Solution 1 oz.

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Veggie Cocktails for Spring

Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 15, 2024

Podracer A cocktail that’s so fresh and so spring, infusing sotol and tequila with peas. The post Veggie Cocktails for Spring appeared first on Imbibe Magazine. Number 30 This light and juicy low-proof cocktail combines the bittersweet notes of Aperol, grapefruit, and Meletti with the fresh flavors of carrot and tarragon.

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The Chilled 100 Bartenders Celebrate Creativity by Crafting Original Cocktails Made with Plymouth Gin

Chilled Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Seize the Night showcases the soft juniper and citrusy character of Plymouth Gin, complemented by the sweetness of orange-infused Lillet Blanc, the sweet/tart of blueberry-apple simple syrup, and bright lemon juice. Orange-infused Lillet Blanc* 1 oz. Let cool, then cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

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Drink of the Week: Kazi Yetu Ginger Mint Fusion Green Tea

Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 7, 2024

I perused the offerings, including spiced black teas, pure greens, and herbal infusions, and landed on the Ginger Mint Fusion Green Tea. 20 bags, amazon.com The post Drink of the Week: Kazi Yetu Ginger Mint Fusion Green Tea appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.

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How Mileta’s Bar Manager John Shelton Crafted The Wasp, a Fig Leaf-Infused Gin Cocktail

Cardamom-Infused Old Fashioned

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Elements: PX Sherry

Bartender Book of the Month Club: Drink Your Garden

Modern Coffee Cocktails

Back in Black

Crafting Exceptional Cocktails with Bartender Adam Fournier

Chocolate Cocktails

The Chilled 100 Bartenders Create Unique Rum Cocktails Using Ten To One

The Flavor Feed: Cinnamon

Why Tiramisu Never Goes Out of Style

Meet Chilled 100 Bartender Laura Pica

Drink of the Week: Planteray Cut & Dry Coconut Rum

An Imbiber’s Guide to Cocktail Kits

Three Ways: Ranch Water

The Flavor Feed: Lavender

Check Out This Modern Botanical Riff on the Classic Paloma from Better Man Distilling Company

Drink of the Week: Donna’s Pickle Beer

5 to Try: Makgeolli

Pisco Cocktails

In Honor of Black History Month, Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Bespoke Cocktails Highlighting Edmond’s Honor Bourbon

Cream Is Key to Decadent Cocktails

The Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Bespoke Cocktails Highlighting Edmond’s Honor Bourbon

Bartenders’ Favorites: 12 Most Used Spirits Behind the Bar

Gear: English-Style Teapots

Hot Drinks for Winter Sipping

4 Modern Old-Fashioned Recipes You Need To Try

Watch Alessio Sarti Create his Violetta Maledetta cocktail Using Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer

Chilled 100 Bartenders Summertime Mixin’ with Highclere Castle Gin

Check Out Top Entries in the Mango Shotta Paint the Town Mango Cocktail Competition. Last Chance to Enter!

Heart of Glass

Behind the Qabuli Palow Cocktail at Lapis in Washington D.C.

Behind the Casa Julian Cocktail from Amarena

A Negroni Week Globetrot

A Unique Take on the Classic Vesper Cocktail from Bar Continental

The Chilled 100 Bartenders Create Fall Inspired Cocktails Using El Mayor Tequila

3 NYC Bartenders Predict Spring Cocktail Trends

8 Best Gin Picks, According to Top Bartenders

Elements: Pandan Cocktails

Embrace Your Inner Playfulness: Craft the FUN

5 Frozen Fruity Cocktails in NYC Right Now!

Veggie Cocktails for Spring

The Chilled 100 Bartenders Celebrate Creativity by Crafting Original Cocktails Made with Plymouth Gin

Drink of the Week: Kazi Yetu Ginger Mint Fusion Green Tea

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