You Don't Need A Muddler To Properly Break Down Mint
Want to make world-class cocktails but don't necessarily have the arsenal in your kitchen? Don't worry -- there are tons of muddler subs you can use.
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How To Make A Lower Proof Old Fashioned, According To An Expert
It's no secret that many of us are looking to cut back our alcohol consumption. Our expert has tips on the best way to do so and still enjoy classic cocktails.
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Why You Should Start Adding Broth To Cocktails
There are plenty of unique twists on cocktails out there, and adding broth might seem like a fad, but it's been around longer than you think.
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Bar Cart Essentials For Low Or Non-Alcoholic Cocktails, According To An Expert
As the bar manager and national beverage director for the North American sector of Diageo, Fernando Sousa knows all about the increasing move to mocktails.
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Apple Cider Simple Syrup Is A Revelation For Fall Cocktails
If you're looking to elevate your cocktails this autumn, consider using apple cider to make your simple syrup for a unique twist on the classic formula.
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Take Leftover Watermelon Rinds And Make A Refreshing Iced Tea
You may have heard of watermelon rind pickles, but have you tried watermelon rind herbal tea? It's a refreshing drink that's shockingly easy to make.
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The One Ingredient Your Dirty Martini Has Been Missing
Michael Moberly, Monin's Beverage Innovation Manager, explains how adding a warm and savory broth to a dirty martini can take your cocktail to the next level.
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The Little-Known Main Flavor Of Grenadine
Grenadine is featured in some of our favorite cocktails -- and even virgin drinks like the Shirley Temple. But what, precisely, is grenadine made out of?
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How To Order A Cocktail You'll Actually Like, According To An Expert
Hitting up that snazzy new cocktail bar can be intimidating, but fear not - our expert has great tips to avoid embarrassment and getting a bad drink.
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Espresso And Tonic Water Are A Mocktail Match Made In Heaven
Whatever the weather, nothing is quite so cozy and refreshing as a crisp mocktail. Coffee and bubbly tonic are the perfect pairing to try this weekend.
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Clarifying Is The Best Way To Preserve Citrus Cocktails
Some of the most delicious cocktails include citrus, yet citrus oxidizes relatively quickly, giving them a short shelf-life. Fortunately, clarifying can help.
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Infuse Your Vodka With Horseradish To Give Cocktails A Spicy Bite
Any cocktail can get a spicier bite when you add a splash (or more) or some homemade, horseradish-infused vodka. Here's how to create it at home.
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Enliven Your Stone Fruit Cocktails With Oolong Tea
Stone fruits and cocktails go hand in hand, but throw sophisticated yet subtle oolong tea into the mix, and you'll really have a beverage to remember.
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How Much Water You Should Add To Whiskey For The Best Tastings
Contrary to what many gatekeepers say, you really should be adding some water to your whiskey. The question is simply how much do you add before losing flavor?
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Up Your Margarita Game With Smoky Grilled Lemons
There's no better way to celebrate than with a margarita - that is, until you try a margarita that's been infused with caramelized grilled lemons.
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Celery Is The Unique Flavor Pairing For Smoky Mezcal Cocktails
When you think delicious cocktail, celery soda may not spring to mind, but don't knock it until you try it - especially when paired with your favorite mezcal.
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Lemon Drop Shots Are Better Shaken
For anyone who loves the bite of lemon drop shots but sometimes wants them a bit smoother, more mellow, then you need to try this refreshing shot shaken.
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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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