Jan 12, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, recipe, vodka
As I continue on my home bartending journey, I am determined to try everything at least once. I’ve worked on labor-intensive syrups, tried learning a one-handed shake, and smoked a cocktail. Despite my progress, there are still things I have yet to try and one... 
Jan 4, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe, rum, tequila, vodka
I still remember the first time I saw a bartender flame an orange peel over my drink. I thought it was magic. At the time, I didn’t realize that the fire helped release the oils. As I’ve gotten more into home bartending, I have been trying out and reading... 
Dec 30, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, home, lists
As a new year looms with promise, resolutions come to mind. When it comes to drinking, many people think about “dry January” plans. After surviving 2020, it seems like just drinking less is a more promising option. Perhaps what I am most looking forward to... ![What is Batavia Arrack and How to Use it in Amazing Cocktails [That’s the Spirit]](https://www.cocktailsaway.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020-12-19-19.19.13-1080x675.jpg)
Dec 20, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, Indonesia, Netherlands, recipe
As many people have been doing this year, I have been traveling by tastebud quite a bit. When we were in Indonesia last year, I discovered arrack (not to be confused with Middle Eastern arak). Arrack is an alcoholic liquor typically distilled from the sap of the... 
Dec 18, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, recipe
This summer, I reached out to my local fresh-pressed juicer, Zen Donkey Farms, about collaborating on a post. They agreed, supplied the juices, and I created five of my new favorite summer cocktails. Since the holiday flavors just came out, we had a fun reason to... 
Dec 3, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe
It’s that time of year when the world furiously searches for holiday drinks online. Of course, that’s only if you don’t already have a tradition of making eggnog or yule punch. Regardless of your holiday traditions, as the year draws to a close...
