The Simple Syrup Swap You Should Use When Making A Whiskey Sour
Want to give your whiskey sour a flavor shake up? It's time to get creative and ditch the simple syrup for something with a bit more pizzaz.
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The Reason Cocktail Jiggers Come In Different Sizes
The sizes and shapes vary, but the choice of jigger largely depends on personal preference, as well as the type of drinks a bartender makes. -
Is Apple Juice Really The Secret To Making Tequila More Palatable?
If you're not a big fan of tequila, TikTok says adding a splash of apple juice might change how you feel. Here's why this unlikely pairing works so well. -
What Is The Ideal Ratio For A Mezcal Margarita? We Asked An Expert
Food Republic consulted David Ortiz, Corporate Beverage Director at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar, for guidance on the ideal ratio for a mezcal margarita. -
The Cocktail Ina Garten Always Orders To See If A Bar Is Worth The Hype
Ina Garten, queen of the Hamptons and our hearts, has the best suggestion for how to determine if a bar is worth its salt or not, and it involves a classic. -
Does The Quality Of Your Whiskey Matter For Irish Coffee? We Asked An Expert
When you want to indulge in the perfect Irish coffee, you absolutely need the best quality whiskey to ensure a smooth, delicious finish to your drink. -
Is The Home Of The Long Island Iced Tea In Tennessee Or New York?
Long Island iced teas are as notorious as they are guaranteed to result in a nice buzz, but the origins of said cocktail are actually in dispute. -
Swap Cream For Cold Foam For Lighter Cocktails
If you want to try a deliciously creamy yet subtly light take on your favorite cocktails, it's time to break out some cold foam and get experimenting. -
Why It's So Difficult To Carbonate Canned Cocktails
Canned cocktails have made leaps and strides in recent years, but there is still a real challenge in making them carbonated and shelf-stable. -
The Cinematic Origins Of The Nick & Nora Cocktail Glass
While the Nick & Nora glass might be ubiquitous today, it went out of fashion for about 50 years -- only to be revived by one bar in the 1980s. -
You Should Test Your Punch Bowl For Leaks Before Batching Cocktails
Have you bought a new (or at least, new to you) punch bowl recently? Before you batch a drink, you need to make sure that it's watertight and won't spill. -
JJ Johnson's Quick Tips For The Best Rum Punch - Exclusive
To say JJ Johnson is an expert in Caribbean food is an understatement, and his tips on making a rum punch will give you the best tropical drink of your life. -
When Is Smoking Whiskey Cocktails Worth The Effort?
You'll need to invest in specialized tools, which can be expensive and somewhat laborious, if you want to smoke your own whiskey cocktails at home. -
The Vanilla Hack To Upgrade Whiskey Right In The Bottle
Making your own vanilla-infused whiskey is as simple as popping a vanilla bean directly into your bottle, and tasting daily as its flavor develops. -
Ina Garten's Foolproof Technique For Tasty Daiquiris
For a daiquiri that's ice cold and super smooth, follow Ina Garten's simple tip that puts special emphasis on an often-overlooked step. -
Upgrade Your Vermouth Game For An Elevated Manhattan, According To A Whiskey Expert
Chris Blatner spoke with Food Republic about upgrading a basic Manhattan cocktail's flavor profile by playing around with different vermouth choices. -
How Ina Garten Makes Her Iconic Cosmopolitan Cocktail For A Crowd
Ina Garten, Queen of the Hamptons, is known for hosting prowess, so it's little surprise that she has the perfect batch cosmo recipe up her sleeve. -
Why Bourbon Doesn't Make The Best Manhattan, According To A Whiskey Expert
A Manhattan is a simple drink with few ingredients, which makes it more important to nail the recipe. According to a whiskey expert, swap bourbon for rye. -
Use A Whip Shake For The Frothiest Cocktails Of Your Life
The whip shake is performed very quickly in a short back-and-forth motion until the ice melts, and the drink achieves its desired frothy texture. -
What Is A 'Dirty Dump' Cocktail?
You may have seen the term dirty dump floating around on social media or overheard it at your local watering hole, but what does it really mean? -
Miso Is The Umami Ingredient Your Spicy Cocktails Need ASAP
There are plenty of ways to amp up the umami factor of savory cocktails, but if you haven't tried adding miso to the mix, you need to for a burst of flavor. -
The Easiest Way To Make Frozen Margaritas Without A Blender
Every now and again, we just need a frozen margarita, okay? But what happens when the blender's busted? Fortunately, you can still make the slushy cocktail. -
5 Unique Whiskey Cocktails To Drink For The Cool Factor
Whiskey is perfect when sipped on its own or on the rocks, but it makes a striking cocktail, too, especially when in these unique and delicious picks. -
Overnight Sangria Adds The Perfect Touch To Valentine's Day
If you want to spice up your Valentine's Day celebration, you may want to get your pitcher of sangria going the night beforehand to let the flavors mingle. -
Break Out Your Frother Tool For The Smoothest Tequila Of Your Life
Yes, it's true: You can use a milk frother to introduce more aeration into your next tequila drink, resulting in a delightfully smooth-tasting spirit. -
The Rules For When To Shake Versus Stir Any Cocktail
Both shaking and stirring a cocktail assist in chilling and diluting a drink, but the act of shaking has a more notable impact on its texture through aeration. -
5 Bitters That Transform Whiskey Cocktails
There are a myriad of ways to make your favorite whiskey cocktails, but one of the best ways to shake things up is using different bitters than in the recipe.
