Jul 25, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe
Have you been to a bar where the bartender asks you what you’re in the mood for? Some bars enjoy making custom cocktails based on your preferred spirit or flavor profile. (Like this one in Aruba.) Since I have a wide range of cocktail flavors and spirits that I... 
Jun 19, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, Mexico, mezcal, recipe, rum, tequila
The first time I tried tepache cocktails, my palate expanded a bit. Cocktail vinegars (or shrubs) were big for a year or two, but they can be a little harsh for some people. Tepache has a much less aggressive flavor that still adds a kick to drinks. With a slightly... 
Jun 12, 2021 | champagne, city guides, cocktails, food, gin, lists, mezcal, rum, Singapore, tequila, vodka, whiskey
With nearly 6 million people living among 280 square miles, it’s no surprise that Singapore has plenty of great bars to choose from. Home to four of the Top 50 Bars in the World (2020), the cocktail community is tight-knit and friendly. We learned of many great... 
Jun 11, 2021 | aperol, cocktails, cocktails at home, gin
I recently wrote about Aperol cocktails. During my research, I found so many flavorful Aperol gin cocktails that I wanted to share them. I think the flavor combination of the slightly bitter Aperol, an amaro, and the botanical flavors of gin work perfectly together.... 
Jun 8, 2021 | cachaça, city guides, cocktails, gin, lists, mezcal, Portland, rum, tequila, vodka, whiskey
I love cities that work hard to curate beautiful bars, create creative menus, and have friendly and knowledgeable bartenders. Portland, Oregon is one of those cities and has an amazing cocktail scene. After visiting my hometown, Portland, Maine, I started researching... 
May 19, 2021 | amaro, cocktails at home, gin, Kansas City, recipe, rum, tequila, whiskey
While I don’t usually write about it, my hometown of Kansas City is home to more than great distilleries and cocktail bars. It also has many awesome breweries. The homebrew scene is alive and well and many small homebrewers have turned their passion into a...
