
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

🍹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

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’

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

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

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

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

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.
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The Cocktail Guide: The 50 Essential Classics Modern Bartenders Must Know

Get battle-tested recipes from professional bartenders and interesting anecdotes that help you understand the origins of these great cocktails.