Why Bartenders Can't Stand The Ramos Gin Fizz Cocktail
The Ramos gin fizz cocktail isn't nearly as popular as it used to be, and that's just fine with most bartenders. Mixologists hate making it for a few reasons.
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Roasted Lemons Make The Best Lemonade, Period
Lemonade packs a summery punch, but to really temper the tartness and enhance the natural sweetness in the lemons, try tossing your lemons in the oven first. -
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. -
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. -
Top Your Summer Salads With Guy Fieri's Booze-Soaked Watermelon
Guy Fieri may be able to offer guidance on constructing a summer salad that might leave you refreshed and a little buzzed, thanks to a booze-soaked watermelon. -
Flavored Ice Cubes Are The Key To Jazzing Up Soda Cocktails
Who doesn't love a watery, flat soda cocktail? The answer is a resounding no one. Ditch the drama and add pizazz with flavored ice cubes to zhuzh things up. -
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. -
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. -
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? -
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. -
Hot Water Is The Key To Crystal Clear Ice Cubes
If not you've ever wondered how to make those beautiful crystal clear ice cubes you enjoy in cocktails at the bar, there's one big key for how to do it at home. -
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). -
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. -
The Standard Pour For Single Mixer Cocktails Is More Than You Think
Have you noticed that your drinks at home taste different than when you go out? It comes down to ratio. Here's the standard pour for a single mixer cocktail. -
The Best Reason To Use Simple Syrup In Your Next Martini
Have you found that your martinis at home just don't have the same punch or viscosity as what you get at the bar? You might need simple syrup for extra oomph. -
The Ruinous Mistake You're Making When Muddling Cocktails
After a long week, being your own bartender at home can be fun. However, if you're muddling your ingredients incorrectly, you may not be making stellar drinks. -
What It Means When A Cocktail Is Called Improved Or Perfect
You're not alone in assuming that "perfect" or "improved" are cheeky additions to the name of the drink, meant to encourage you to pick that particular poison. -
Why You Should Swap Out The Water For Flavorful Simple Syrup
Simple syrup transforms your recipes with flavor. Learn why swapping water for flavorful syrups can take your kitchen creations to the next level. -
Cocktail Foam Is Making A Long-Awaited Comeback
Prepare your taste buds for the long-awaited comeback of cocktail foam, bringing a new dimension of flavor and visual appeal to your favourite drinks. -
It's Bitter To Be Hoppy, The Rule-Breaking Cocktail For IPA Lovers
Experience the audacious flavors of It's Bitter To Be Hoppy, the rule-breaking cocktail designed to captivate the taste buds of devoted IPA lovers. -
Instantly Upgrade Margaritas With A Good, Hard Shake
Unlock the true potential of margaritas with a vigorous shake to enhance your drinking experience and savor the intensified flavors of this classic cocktail. -
The Cocktail Bitters Swap For A Mellow Happy Hour
The world of bitters is wide and wondrous. For a more mellow happy hour, try swapping out your usual cocktail bitters for something lighter. -
The Golden Ratio Bartenders Use To Build Cocktails From Scratch
Bartenders the world over have long used the so-called "golden ratio" to help build drinks. It's a versatile tool for everything from daiquiris to margaritas. -
Everything You Need To Know About Simple Syrup
Enhance the flavors of your favorite beverages with the magic of simple syrup. Learn how to make and use this versatile ingredient like a pro. -
Turn Juice Into Alcohol In 48 Hours
We tested a product that can supposedly turn fruit juice into alcohol in just under 48 hours. Don't believe it? Keep reading to see if it worked.
