VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

” —Alex Jump, founder, Focus on Health “I’d love to see the end of artificially flavored vodkas. Vodkas infused in-house [with real ingredients] demonstrate a bar team’s creativity, and they offer a unique blend to a cocktail’s flavor palate.” Plus, it just isn’t a great look.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 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. Liqueur , Red Wine , Rum , Sherry , Tequila , Vermouth Fortunato’s Fate by Monica Stephen - Denver, CO / @chaosqueensupreme Ingredients 1 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Day 2: Two Turtle Doves Liqueur , Vodka Two Turtle Doves Ingredients 1 oz - Vanilla Vodka 1 oz - Chocolate Liqueur 1 oz - Hazelnut Liqueur 1 oz - Espresso (Preferably Fresh) Garnish - Chocolate Shavings Glassware: Martini Preparation Add all of the ingredients to a shaker tin without ice. Double strain cocktail into glass over no ice.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

It works well with everything from gin or agave to whiskey or rum.” 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. vodka 1/4 oz. pandan and oolong–infused rye whiskey 1/2 oz. white rum 3/4 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Spice-Infused Las Californias Citrico* ½ oz. Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Spice-Infused Las Californias Citrico Ingredients Preparation Cube a sweet potato and lightly toss in apple juice or water. The Community Spirit Vodka 1 oz. Photo by Ron Barcelo Rum Spiced Onyx Ingredients Black Tea Bag 1 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

For example, if you are a tiki bar, then you want your menu to reflect cocktails, liquors, beers, and flavors that match a tropical and Caribbean theme, i.e. rums and frozen drinks. Implement a cocktail menu that uses different spirits, such as vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey and different flavor profiles.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Stone Fruit Liqueurs Make liqueurs with cherries, peaches, or plums by adding the fruit to alcohol (vodka, gin, or rum) and letting them infuse. For their cherry liqueur , they infuse the fruit (with pits) in alcohol for six days. “You can add a little bit of ascorbic acid and it lasts a bit longer, too,” says Rodriguez.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Chamomile & Tonic Inspired by the timeless Gin & Tonic , this version swaps out gin for a calming chamomile infusion. PainLESS This tropical treat is a nod to the classic Painkiller cocktail, but without the rum. ’s vodka alternative. It’s perfect for day “drinking” and nighttime alike.

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 12, 2024

One of the only bars where I regularly order a vodka cocktail (the Local Stranger, with vodka, Averna, ginger, yuzu, and honey), Achilles Heel continues to hit the mark more than a decade later. Bar Americano The raison d’être at Bar Americano is aperitivo hour.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Vodka can be a bar’s workhorse spirit. It provides the backbone for some of the scene’s most popular drinks, from the trendy Espresso Martini to the humble Vodka Soda. Although vodka is a neutral-grain spirit, different brands can carry distinct yet nuanced characteristics that make them unique.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 23, 2024

From tequila to rum, there is something for every palate (even if you also treat yourself to the traditional chocolate advent calendar, I know I will). Rum Advent Calendar By Drinks By The Dram Credit: Drinks By The Dram BUY NOW: £99.95 Or, if you are a rum connoisseur, this is a great way to count down the days until Christmas.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

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. Infusing spirits with cranberries creates a festive and tart base.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Essential spirits include vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, each offering a unique flavor profile. The Daiquiri: This simple yet elegant cocktail features 2 oz white rum, 1 oz lime juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup. In a Daiquiri, consider using different types of rum or adding a splash of fruit liqueur.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Another new rum drink is the Zydeco Zombie, made with Bacardi Superior rum, Don Q Gold rum, Mr. Boston Triple Sec, Finest Call citrus sour, mango puree, Grenadine and Red Bull Yellow Edition. The Wild Rona-Rita. Porch Pounders, a selection of spiked flavored lemonades served in 22-oz. Mason jars.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Photo by Egor Myznik via www.unsplash Infusing Barrels or DIY Infused Liquor This barrel is a really luxurious cocktail gift! Help your wedding party attendants make the perfect drink with these home infusion barrels. If liquor isn’t your think, try your hand at infusing vanilla extract.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

1: Caterpillar Downfall 45ml White Rum 20ml Peach Liqueur 10ml Salted Manuka Honey Cardamom Syrup* 45ml Pineapple Puree 15ml Lime Juice 15 leaves Mint Batch rum, liqueur & syrup. Finally, combine the infused water with honey and salt. PEPPERCORN VODKA – Pour 1L of Vodka into a vacuum bag and add 2.5g

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VinePair

AUGUST 28, 2024

The easiest cocktails to master, according to bartenders: Manhattan Cuba Libre Moscow Mule Daiquiri Vodka Martini Old Fashioned Whiskey Highball Honeysuckle Negroni Vodka Soda “The easiest drink to master, from my perspective, is the classic Manhattan. It elevates the drink to top-tier status.”

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Combine 2 oz premium vodka (like Belvedere ), 1 oz coffee liqueur (such as Mr. Black for its less sugary profile), 1 oz espresso, and ½ oz simple syrup in a shaker with ample ice. The Coconut Espresso Martini offers a tropical escape, using coconut rum (like Malibu ) and coconut cream.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

These flavors awaken our senses, shaking off the winter doldrums and infusing us with a sense of optimism. Rhubarb's unique tang, reminiscent of tart apples and cranberries, adds a refreshing twist, perfect for a spritz or a rhubarb-infused gin.

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Cheers

AUGUST 21, 2024

Raspberry-infused Aperol ½ oz. Print Yuzu Zing Course Drinks Keyword Campari, Italicus, Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit & Rose vodka, Lime & Yuzu soda, Triple sec, vodka Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit & Rose vodka ½ oz.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Raspberry and grapefruit-infused gin oz. Lemon juice Instructions Combine infused gin, syrup and lemon juice in a shaker. Print La Lola Course Drinks Keyword heavy cream, lemon juice, milk, Passion fruit pure, rum, strawberry, xanthan gum Ingredients 1 oz. Aged rum 1 oz.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

These ingredients infuse cocktails with fresh, vibrant, and complex flavors that are both refreshing and satisfying. Rosemary provides a woody, piney flavor, enhancing whiskey and vodka drinks. Infusions are another excellent method, allowing the herbs to steep in spirits or syrups for a more concentrated flavor.

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Chamomile & Tonic Inspired by the timeless Gin & Tonic , this version swaps out gin for a calming chamomile infusion. PainLESS This tropical treat is a nod to the classic Painkiller cocktail, but without the rum. ’s vodka alternative. It’s perfect for day “drinking” and nighttime alike.

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Advanced Mixology

MAY 8, 2024

A Chocolate Cake Martini is a combination of the creaminess of vodka with the richness of chocolate liqueur and a splash of cream and finished with a chocolate powder rim. This excellent combination of coconut, pineapple, and Rum is a beautiful fantasy. Then, picture yourself in a glass of a high-calorie cocktail.

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VinePair

MARCH 13, 2024

The build is already pretty perfect, but Ryan Wagner, Brewery Ambassador at Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Maryland, told us how to take it to the next level with Guinness-infused Demerara syrup. Then, add equal parts Demerara syrup and Extra Stout syrup to a saucepan over low heat and stir until syrups are infused.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Valentine’s Day is here so it’s time to infuse your cocktail lineup with a little romance and fun. Print Young Hearts Course Drinks Keyword elderflower liqueur, lemon, orange bitters, Simple syrup, strawberry, vodka Ingredients 1 strawberry 1 ½ oz. Broken Shed Vodka ¾ oz. 14 festivities.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 14, 2024

After Dark is the 8 th brand to enter the millionaires club, following Magic Moments vodka, 8 PM whisky, 8 PM Premium Black whisky, Spirit of Victory 1965 rum, Morpheus brandy, Old Admiral brandy and Contessa rum.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Blowfish rum punch cocktail comes in a glass vessel shaped like a blowfish. For example, The Blowfish rum punch cocktail at the Wakeview bar comes in a glass vessel shaped like a blowfish and is garnished with fruit and edible flowers. It’s then poured into a rocks glass over a large infused ice sphere.

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VinePair

MARCH 29, 2024

The brand’s flagship Spiced Rum was introduced to the United States in 1984 and was an instant hit, thanks in part to its now ubiquitous pirate-emblazoned label. Captain Morgan is now the third best-selling rum in the world according to The Spirits Business, selling roughly 12 million cases of the stuff per year.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Vodka, gin and whiskey remain crowd favorites at Travelle Bar in The Langham Chicago hotel, but brandy plays a key role in shaping many of our most celebrated cocktails both classic and contemporary twists, says lead mixologist Joy Rivas. Memento ($25) is a refined Martini that balances fruity aromatics without leaning into sweetness.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Print Bad Santa Course Drinks Keyword half and half, Kahlua, peppermint schapps, vodka Ingredients 1 oz. Vodka 2 oz. Pour the half-n-half first, then add in vodka and Kahlua into an Old Fashioned glass half-filled with ice cubes. Crystal Head Aurora vodka 2 oz.

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VinePair

APRIL 1, 2024

Spirits Awards 2024 Best Vodka: Rocket Vodka Founder Dariusz Paczuski created Rocket Vodka in homage to his father, a hobbyist distiller who created brandy using a makeshift still and apples from his backyard in Drammen, Norway. Best Rum: Ten to One Caribbean White Rum This exceptional rum from Ten To One has won L.A.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Champagne Cocktail Ingredients: 1/2 oz Aged Rum 1/2 oz Pear Puree Syrup 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice 5 oz Champagne Directions: Build the cocktail in a shaker tin – except champagne – and add ice. Give a very light shake (2 secs), strain into a champagne flute, and top with the champagne.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 22, 2024

The company produces a variety of spirits including vodka, gin, and rum as well as whiskey. These include the ‘ All That Glitters Is Gold ’, a creamy concoction made with Cocoa Bomb Chocolate Whiskey, Vanilla Vodka, and cold brew coffee, topped with macchiato foam and a caramel drizzle. Old Tennessee Distilling Co.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A simple blend of rum, sugar, and arabica coffee, Kahlúa has been produced in Veracruz, Mexico, since 1936 and it’s as iconic as it is delicious. Add a teaspoon of it to a Negroni or a tropical rum drink and see where experimentation takes you, or go classic with a White Russian.

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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. Stock photo courtesy of Smoke Top SMOKE TOP INFUSER Pair it with a smoking torch or check out one of the many smoking guns on the market if you want to go that route. Which means…it’s almost the holiday season.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Typically made with vodka , canned lychee fruit, and lychee syrup, the original version was intensely sweet, which both contributed to its popularity and, eventually, to its downfall. A Fruit With Rich Symbolism Native to southern China, lychee was prized there for over a thousand years before New Yorkers started mixing its juice with vodka.

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