Feb 1, 2021 | books, cocktails, cocktails at home, lists
There once was a time when I thought a frozen bucket of margarita mix was home bartending at its best. I used to get overwhelmed by making cocktails with more than two ingredients. If you enjoy cocktails out, why not make them at home? While your house may lack the... 
Jan 29, 2021 | books, cocktails, cocktails at home, lists
If you’re here, you’ve likely been experimenting with making cocktails a lot over the past year. Thanks to many talented bartenders and photographers, we’ve been entertained with great YouTube videos, virtual cocktail classes, and cocktail blogs.... 
Jan 19, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe, spirits, Uncategorized
I first learned about Bols Genever when I visited the world’s oldest gin distillery. At that time, I was starting to get into researching gin seriously. So I was fascinated to learn more about this spirit. Known commonly as the precursor to gin, genever... 
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 8, 2021 | city guides, cocktails, Kansas City, Missouri
From the team behind The Monarch Bar and Verdigris, comes The Mercury Room. This the second bar the Exit Strategy has opened during a pandemic, the first being Verdigris in June 2020. The Exit Strategy includes David Manica, Christian Moscoso, Dominic Petrucci, and... 
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... 
Jan 1, 2021 | lists, travel tips
When I look back on my 2020 New Year’s Travel post, I want to laugh and then cry a little. How wrong I was! After the first four trips on the list, every single thing was canceled. I was in denial at first, and then I was amazed. It is hard to believe the... 
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... 
