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 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... 
May 7, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, recipe, tequila, vodka
Growing up, my neighbor in Maine had an old, gnarled lilac tree. Every time I smell lilacs it brings me back to standing in my neighbor’s yard. We used to pick the tiny flowers and breath in the “nectar” in through the stems. It was distinctly sweet.... ![9 Best Restaurants and Bars in Portland, Maine for a Cocktail [Updated 2021]](https://www.cocktailsaway.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/2019-10-09-15.50.17-1024x768-112793_1024x675.jpg)
Apr 29, 2021 | city guides, cocktails, gin, Maine, mezcal, pisco, rum, tequila, vermouth
I moved away from the Portland area about 20 years ago – yikes! I’ve returned annually to visit friends and family, but I had lost touch with the local food/drink scene. Growing up, it was mostly breweries and lobster shacks and now it’s a foodie...
