Brooklyn's Standard Wormwood Distillery Defines Farm-To-Cocktail
Producing not only all their spirits, but their bitters, add-ins, and everything in between, Standard Wormwood Distillery delivers a truly unique experience.
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How Prohibition Nearly Killed American Rye Whiskey
Rye whiskey, a beloved American bar staple, was nearly destroyed during the 1920s when Prohibition shuttered most of the country's distilleries.
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Xanthan Gum Is The Secret Ingredient For Better Frozen Cocktails
There's nothing worse than blending up a batch of your favorite drink only for it to turn into a chunky, icy mess. Fortunately, that's where xanthan comes in.
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The Lime Trick To Know For Enviable Cosmopolitan Cocktails
There are few drinks as classic as a cosmo, but if you really want your cocktail to stand out, you need to know this one trick with lime zest.
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The Rule You Shouldn't Break When Preparing Fizzy Batch Cocktails
Batched cocktails are a huge help, but there are two ingredients you should never add to them in advance: carbonated beverages and fresh citrus juice.
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Why You Should Start Making Aged Eggnog For The Holidays
It may seem strange to think about eggnog during the height of summer, but believe us, the longer you age your homemade eggnog, the better it gets.
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The Inventor Of The Cosmopolitan Has A Problem With Ina Garten's Iconic Version
During lockdowns, many of us got creative in the kitchen. Over 3 million of us watched as Ina Garten made her take on the cosmo, but not everyone was impressed.
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Oppenheimer Took His Martinis With A Sweet And Sour Rim
Martinis were so dear to Robert Oppenheimer that his signature recipe made an appearance in the blockbuster film. It's sweet, sour, and shaken, not stirred.
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Take Out Your French Press To Make Better Cocktails
You can use your French press for more than making morning coffee. Here's how to use the device to make better cocktails, too.
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Plum Wine Isn't Actually Wine At All
A true plum wine would be made by fermenting plums and turning their natural sugars into alcohol. Umeshu is not plum wine, nor is ume technically a plum.
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The Flavor Profile Of Frangelico And The Best Cocktails To Use It In
While it isn't a household name like Kahlúa or Baileys, Frangelico is a delicious liqueur that's perfect in chilled cocktails or warm late-night bevvies.
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Give Your Go-To Sangria A Hydration Boost With Fresh Watermelon
When it's hot out, it's easy to get dehydrated - especially if you're sipping a cocktail. Want to stay hydrated? Think about adding watermelon to your sangria.
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Alton Brown's Go-To Cocktail Order Is A Test For Bartenders
Nothing puts a damper on a night out like drinks that don't resemble their traditional recipes - which is why Alton Brown uses this cocktail to test bartenders.
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FYI — Asking For No Ice In Cocktails Doesn't Mean You Get More Liquor
You may think that you're getting more bang for your buck by asking for no ice in your cocktail, but the truth is that this trick won't ever work how you think.
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18 Unusual Craft Cocktail Ingredients You Should Try At Least Once
Everyone has their favorite cocktail to bust out at parties. But, changing the rotation can really liven up your mixology game, so here's 18 ways to do that.
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Spike Your Watermelon With Absinthe. What Could Go Wrong?
Gone are the days of The Green Fairy hiding in the shadows, and hoorah to the green-and-pink flag of the watermelon-absinthe combo. What could go wrong?
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How To Order Tequila At The Bar Like You Know What You're Doing
With a long list of varieties ordering tequila at the bar can be intimidating. Thankfully, understanding what this spirt is and how it's aged is simple.
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Garbage Cocktails Could Be The Future Of Sustainable Mixology
What zero-waste cooking is to the food and restaurant industry, the garbage cocktail initiative is to the bar and mixology industry. It might be the future.
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What Exactly Is A Finnish Long Drink?
The Finnish Long Drink might sound like slang for a hot Scandinavian, but it's actually a cocktail with a history that blends local Finnish ingredients.
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When To Think Twice Before Ordering A Highball Cocktail
A highball is a classic drink with a short list of ingredients and easy prep, but there are some situations where you may want to think twice before ordering.
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Alton Brown's Signature Cocktail For Bitter Lovers
Alton Brown knows his way around a kitchen - but he is equally adept as a bartender and mixologist. His signature cocktail proves how delicious his prowess is.
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Giada De Laurentiis Puts An Italian Twist On A Classic Old Fashioned
In a recent TikTok video, celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis adds her signature flare to prepare an Italian Old Fashioned using bourbon (an American whiskey).
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How To Use A Cocktail Jigger Like A Professional
Commonly called the jigger, the tool is designed to quickly measure the many ingredients that make up a cocktail. Here's how to use it like a professional.
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It's Our Fault Restaurant Cocktails Are So Expensive
If you've been noticing that the price of drinks have skyrocketed in recent years, it's not just you. There's a big reason why and it's kind of our own fault.
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The Tropical Fruit Rinds You Can And Should Use As Cocktail Glasses
Whether it's hot and summery or you simply wish it were, fruit and cocktails go together hand in hand. Here's how to make the most out of the whole fruit!
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Crack Open A Guava For Staggeringly Refreshing Mojitos
Variations on the mojito are aplenty, and additional ingredients run the gamut from watermelon to strawberry. The ultimate spin, however, is guava.
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The Crucial Drink Ordering Etiquette Tip When Someone Else Is Paying
As much as you fantasize about ordering the premium aged steak and a $250 bottle of pinot noir, there are some etiquette rules that you should really follow.
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