Cocktail Glass Class—the Basics for General Cocktailing
If you’re among the hedonists out there, you know that glassware tends to be an underrated part of the drinking experience. The weight, height, shape, texture, delicacy or sturdiness of a glass, all influence your perception of what is actually inside the vessel. But there are also practical reasons why certain drinks are served in […]
🍹3 Slushy Cocktails That Don’t Suck
There was nothing like an ice-cold sugar bomb in the form of a convenience-store slushy as a kid! If you’re looking to enjoy that sweet nostalgia without the chemicals and sucrose overload, you’re in luck. Who doesn’t love slushy cocktails?! Slushy Cocktails for the Discerning Drinker These slushy cocktails—which are takes on classics—are blender friendly and […]
Cocktail Syrups Explained—When & Why to Use Different Sweeteners
Hey, ‘vodka soda’ folk, here’s some news: When we talk about ‘sweet’ and ‘cocktails’ together in 2022, we don’t mean this👇🏼 (A little more forgiveness for our ‘gin and soda’ friends 😏 ) Bartenders know that sweetness is an essential component of a cocktail. In fact, the term ‘cocktail’ was first defined in 1806 as […]
To Stir or not to Stir? Wet Ice and the Dilution Gremlin
On top of memorizing ingredients and proportions, you also need to know which technique to use: to stir or to shake cocktails! (Wondering which shakers to use? We recommend these Professional Boston Cocktail Shaker Weighted Shaking Tins.) What’s the general rule for shaking vs stirring cocktails? Most purists would say… STIR Clear ingredients (spirits, vermouth, etc.) […]
Palate Development: How to Create Your Own ‘Rolodex’
Palate development is a frequent subject of inquiry we get from students. In fact, we dedicate three separate modules to learning about and tasting different spirits (one module for neutral grain alcohol, rum, and tequila, one for whiskey, and one for fortified wine). And that’s because… As Nimble Co-founder, Kyle put it… “It doesn’t get […]
Is The Juice Worth The Squeeze? Fresh Citrus Juice Alternatives
While muggles complain about skyrocketing gas prices, bartenders watch as fresh citrus juice steadily becomes liquid gold. If not for the cocktail renaissance (and its focus on fresh ingredients), you probably wouldn’t be reading this. But, as limes encroach on the $200/case mark, what if there was a better way? Instead of needing one lime […]
Heralding Spring With a Cherry Blossom Martini
Here on the West Coast, one of the earliest reminders of better times ahead is the precious cherry blossom. “Sakura” in Japanese, these dense budding trees provide row upon row of pink and white petals dancing in the wind and perfuming the air with their subtle, gentle scent. Kazuki Means ‘peace’, ‘harmony’ Floral ingredients are […]
Top 5 Non Alcoholic Beers According to a Bartender
Break from the booze? If you’re not a fan of drinking wet cardboard pulp to avoid being a social pariah, try these non alcoholic beers.
Case Study: Jack Migué (Nimble Bar School, 2020)
Bartender Jack Migué’s journey from “feeling lost” to “one of the most satisfying feelings out there.”
Case Study: Meet Bartender Harry Tham
One of the things we love most about bartending is that it can change someone’s life pretty fast — from a significant bump in income to suddenly meeting tons of new people. We caught up with Nimble Bar School alumnus Harry Tham to hear about his bartending journey. Here’s what he had to say: Why […]
