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

VinePair

So many things drop behind equipment; [it also] makes it easier to spot liquor levels when doing inventory. It also serves multiple purposes: measuring small amounts, scooping olives or cherries, and even muddling in a pinch. When everyone measures precisely, guests enjoy the same high-quality drink, no matter who makes it.”

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Review – Nine Irish Whiskeys from the New Hampshire Liquor Commission

Drinkhacker

Per NHLC: The New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) and Bord Bia have forged an international partnership to provide NH Liquor & Wine Outlet customers exclusive access to the world’s finest Irish whiskeys. distribution. distribution.

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All You Need For A Successful Dry January: Mocktail Recipes, Ingredients, And Tips

A Bar Above

Now, don’t expect it to taste like actual liquor. 3/4 oz Passionfruit Syrup 1/4 oz Lime Juice 3 Mint Leaves 4 oz of Soda Water/Club Soda INSTRUCTIONS: Muddle mint leaves in a Collins glass. 1/2 oz Elderflower Syrup 1/2 oz Lemon Juice 3 slices of Cucumber 4 oz Tonic Water INSTRUCTIONS: Muddle the cucumbers in a shaker tin.

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We Ask Bar Director Evan Williams about Herb Washing for Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

In a nutshell, it combines vacuum oleo-saccharum, “oil sugar,” to pull the aromatic oils from an herb via osmotic dehydration, and a good old fashioned liquor infusion. We spoke with Evan to delve deeper into his use of herb-washing and to gather tips for those interested in trying it themselves.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Most Overrated Whiskey? (2025)

VinePair

They lean too heavily on a corn-dominant mash bill and new oak, which masks the character of the grain and creates an overly sweet, muddled profile. I am perfectly happy to walk right by that glass case in the liquor store and walk right over to the craft whiskey shelf.” The term small batch also isnt regulated.

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Guide to Gin (and Gin Cocktails)

Moody Mixologist

Gin is one of the most popular spirits and one of the most common liquors used in cocktails. Gin is a liquor thats made from neutral grain spirits that are flavored with a variety of botanicals, one of which must be juniper. What is gin? Get Meyer's wonderful Gin Basil Smash recipe. Get the classic Saturn recipe.

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Fourth of July Cocktails for 2024

Cheers

Stoli Blueberry vodka Blueberries Mint Instructions Muddle 6 blueberries and mint in a shaker tin. 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. Lemon juice ¾ oz.