Whiskey can be an intimidating topic for novice bartenders to approach. Connoisseurs tend to take their whiskey very seriously, and have little tolerance for those that don’t see it their way. But, depending on where you are in the world, what counts as “proper” whiskey changes dramatically.… Read More ...

How to Host a Cocktail Party
If you’re like me you may have a little experience in making cocktails and even establishing a home bar. But whether or not you’ve had friends over to officially christen your creation, it may be time to take it to the next level with an official cocktail party.… Read More ...

Just A Dash Will Do Ya: Bitters In Brief
Webster’s dictionary defines a dash as: “a small quantity of a substance, especially a liquid, added to something else.” It’s also the amount of bitters necessary to make a cocktail more complex than figuring out the length of a piece of string.… Read More ...

Distillation Basics: How Liquor Is Made
I’ve enjoyed a few cocktails in my day, but I’ve never really understood how spirits are distilled. So today I’d like to share with you what I’ve learned about how liquor is made. If you find something that I’ve missed or would like to add something, let me know in the comments below.… Read More ...