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... 
Sep 18, 2020 | aquavit, city guides, cocktails, gin, ingredient travel, minnesota, vodka, whiskey
Over the past six months, I have greatly improved my home bartending skills. While this is due mostly to the fact that I’ve been home to practice, I have also done a good deal of reading. My cocktail book collection has quadrupled with newly released books... 
Jun 3, 2020 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, home, recipe, tequila, vodka
I love fresh herbs in cocktails. They are great for syrups and garnish. With extra time at home, I decided that it could be fun to grow a cocktail herb garden. I grew up gardening alongside my parents, but it was not something I continued to do when I got older. My... 
Jan 26, 2020 | bourbon, champagne, city guides, cocktails, gin, Kansas City, lists, mezcal, rum, tequila, vodka, whiskey
If you’ve visited Kansas City before, you know that it’s a food and beverage town. It has great breweries, some high quality distilleries, many incredible restaurants and BBQ. While I have recently written about several other cities, I have neglected to... 
Dec 8, 2019 | city guides, cocktails, gin, lists, mezcal, Portland, rum, tequila, vodka, whiskey
Portland, Oregon has an amazing cocktail scene. I love cities that work hard to curate beautiful bars, creative menus, and have friendly bartenders. After a great visit to my hometown, Portland, ME, I started researching newly opened bars in the other Portland. Since...
