How To Zest A Lemon For Classy Cocktail Garnishes
A well-stocked bar includes unique tools most kitchen might lack. However, if you want to get classy lemon zest for classy lemon cocktails, you need this knife.
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Carajillo Cocktails Are A Lighter Take On The Espresso Martini
When the mood strikes for an espresso martini, but you don't want quite as much alcohol, then you need to turn to the Mexican carajillo family of cocktails.
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Blend Up End-Of-Season Watermelon For Irresistibly Sweet Lemonade
Lemonade and summer are inextricably linked, but throw in another sunny favorite, watermelon, and you have a pleasantly pink drink that's hydrating and delish.
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Bobby Flay's Go-To Grilling Drink Is Basically Pulverized Watermelon
There's nothing that's quite as refreshing on a sizzling summer Sunday as some fresh watermelon whether it's sliced, grilled, or even guzzled down as a drink.
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Marcus Samuelsson's Caipirinha Cocktail Packs A Swedish Twist
Marcus Samuelsson is renowned for his cuisine, but he makes a mean drink, too. His take on the caipirinha is sure to be a hit at your next big function.
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Beer Should The Star Of Your Next Spritz Cocktail
No champagne? No problem! Instead of using bubbly in your next cocktail, swap it out for a light beer to make summery drinks you and your friends will love.
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To Make An Aperol Spritz, All You Need Is The Label
Nothing says summer the way an Aperol Spritz does. Fruity and oh-so fizzy, it's the ideal drink. Best of all, to make it perfectly, just check the label.
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The Cocktail Spoon Trick To Pour Better Fizzy Drinks
Impress your friends with this bar trick, which allows you to pour carbonated beverages down the handle of a cocktail spoon without any pesky spillage.
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Giada De Laurentiis' Sparkling Sangria Is The Ultimate Refreshing Summer Drink
Nothing beats the summer heat quite the way sangria does, which is why De Laurentiis' italian twist on the drink is so darn sparkling and refreshing.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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