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Sep 12, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe, United Kingdom
I remember the first time I saw sloe gin listed on a cocktail menu. I assumed it was just a thicker version of gin, like molasses. This was a little bit right, but mostly wrong. Sloe gin is a liqueur, while classic gin is a spirit. In the years since I first tried it,... 
Aug 28, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, mezcal, recipe
When it comes to summer drinks, I want something that’s refreshing but also surprising. As a home bartender with probably too many bottles in my collection, my tastebuds are admittedly spoiled. I find myself making up new cocktails nearly every night. However,... 
Aug 18, 2020 | bourbon, cocktails, cocktails at home, mezcal, pisco, rum, tequila
I’ve always had a bit of an aversion to foods marketed as healthy. Not only do I run from fat-free, but things labeled for specific dietary needs instantly fall off my list. A gluten-free brownie? No thanks! But, shifting my thinking from what something is missing and... 
Aug 9, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home
As a home bartender, I have been focused on learning as much as I can about spirits and mixers. However, some of my favorite drinks also include wine, which is a whole different ballgame. The addition of prosecco or champagne to a French 75 or an Aperol spritz makes... 
Jul 22, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, mezcal, recipe, rum, tequila
I’ve always been a sucker for watermelon. I like the artificial flavor but fresh is best. It takes a little work to juice a watermelon but it’s so worth it. Summer isn’t official in my book until I am sipping on some watermelon cocktails. The juice... 
Jun 24, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, home, lists
In previous posts, we’ve talked about tools every home bartender needs and how to pick a cocktail you’ll actually like. Once you have these, it’s time to learn how to stock a home bar. People often want to make their own cocktails but find the liquor...
