Now that you’re older and wiser, the thought of offering your guests a shot must seem downright laughable. You are, after all, a classy individual and the whole reason you got into cocktails in the first place is to become even classier.… Read More ...

Egg White Cocktails: A Beginners Guide
Snowed in and looking for trouble, I recently discovered the world of egg white cocktails and I thought that I’d share what I’ve learned… Starting with an innocent Whiskey Sour, I’ve come to learn more about egg white drinks and how delicious they can be.… Read More ...

The Lazy Man’s Guide to Chilling Cocktail Glasses
I’ve always heard that chilling glassware before serving cocktails is a critical component to getting the best possible result. From storing glasses in the freezer to liquid nitrogen there seems to be an unlimited number of methods to chill a glass.… Read More ...

How to Make a Lemon Twist
The lemon twist is a cocktail basic but I recently recognized that I have no understanding of what makes a good one. So one evening I set out to do a little research on this ubiquitous barroom staple. Little did I know that it would be a bit more involved than I expected… After visiting just a few websites it became clear that there’s no “right answer,” so I’ll offer my interpretation.… Read More ...