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We Asked 16 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Cheap Bourbon?

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Most liquor stores I’ve seen sell OGD for about $25, which is a solid price point for how nicely the whiskey drinks! Lexi Parker, lead bartender, Poka Loka Social Club , Denver “When it comes to an underrated Swiss-army-knife bourbon, J.W.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Bar Tool?

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So many things drop behind equipment; [it also] makes it easier to spot liquor levels when doing inventory. Jason Lam, beverage director, Bon Dlire , San Francisco “The bar spoon may not seem important, but any good bartender knows its essential for making drinks. I use it every day.

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What I’m Drinking Now: Erin Walsh and The Mary Jane

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Erin Walsh is lead bartender at Muchacho , an all-day taco shop in Atlanta. You’ll find yourself feeling nostalgic of summer nights with the throwback deliciousness of the melon liquor. Notes Erin Walsh, lead bartender at Muchacho in Atlanta, created this recipe. Pineapple juice ½ oz.

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We Asked 14 Bartenders: What’s the Best Whiskey for Beginners? (2024)

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” —Roisin Garcia, lead bartender, Ocean Prime , NYC “Since I started imbibing, I’ve always been a whiskey girl. Abby Blanchard, lead bartender, Broken Shaker , Los Angeles “In the massive bourbon category, it can be hard to navigate the myriad labels and find ‘your whiskey.’

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: What Was the Worst TikTok Drinks Trend of 2023?

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You’re better off sticking to the delicious, already flavored liquors out there.” Julian Flores Torres, Bar Lead, Maizano /Entre Nos, Costa Mesa, Calif “The most annoying TikTok trend is where a guest removes a large, solid ice cube from their drink and b **s about it being a ‘rip-off.’ Cocktails should be savored.”

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Fourth of July Cocktails for 2024

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Notes Oscar Garcia, lead bartender at seafood grill Corvina in Boca Raton, FL, created this recipe. Raspberry liqueur 1 packet Blue Razz Pop Rocks 1 packet Strawberry Pop Rocks 1 Lime wedge Instructions Fill a shaker with ice and add rum cream and raspberry liquor; shake. Pour into Collins glass.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: Which Cognac Offers the Best Bang For Your Buck?

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” —Liz Kelley, lead bartender, Cure , New Orleans “I’d never been a fan of Cognac until one of my trusted liquor reps insisted I try Cognac Frapin 1270. Christine Kim, lead bartender, Service Bar , Washington, D.C. It was life-changing; I immediately fell in love with it. It’s a warm hug to the soul.”