In the hustle and bustle of the hospitality industry, finding the balance between a demanding job and a healthy bartender lifestyle can feel like mixing the perfect cocktail, tricky but ultimately rewarding. Bartenders, often the life of the party in the public eye, face unique challenges such as long hours, irregular meals, and disrupted sleep…
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The Perfect and Simple Gin Rickey Recipe
If there was ever an argument for less is more, the Gin Rickey clinches the debate as one of the easiest gin drinks to make. This refreshing gin cocktail feels effortless to prepare and tastes fantastic with just three ingredients: gin, fresh lime juice, and soda water. As a bartender, I appreciate its low calorie…
The Bloody Mary: A Bartender’s Guide to the Ultimate Brunch Cocktail
If you’re a bartender or a home mixologist looking for the best Bloody Mary recipe, you’ve come to the right place. This iconic classic cocktail, packed with spicy, savory, and refreshing flavors, is a brunch staple and the ultimate hangover cure, unless you’re in Canada where the Caesar takes the reign. But, crafting the perfect Bloody Mary isn’t just…
3 Easy Whiskey Recipes You Need to Know
When it comes to timeless cocktails, few drinks can match the sophistication and depth of the Old Fashioned, Boulevardier, and Manhattan. These three classics have stood the test of time. Each offers a unique blend of flavors that caters to different palates. Whether you love whiskey cocktails, enjoy bitter-sweet complexity, or appreciate a perfectly balanced…
How to Safely Infuse Any Flavour Vodka at Home
If you’re a bartender or a home mixologist looking to take your cocktails to the next level, homemade infused vodka is your secret weapon. Infusing vodka is a simple, creative, and cost-effective way to add unique flavors to your drinks. Whether you’re crafting a signature cocktail for your bar menu or impressing friends at a…
How to Pair Wine and Food – Easy to Read Guide with Examples for Every Grape
A Quick Reference for Pairings Next in this series of how to pair wine and food let’s look at each wine and what it typically pairs with. We will look at the wines body, ABV, nose, pairings and a fact about each one. You can use this as a quick guide and the foundations to…
Exploring Egg Whites in Cocktails: Benefits, How to Use, and Alternatives
Egg whites in cocktails might sound a bit gross, but they play a crucial role in mixology. I remember my first cocktail bar job when I received a squeezy bottle of egg whites and learned to add them to the shaker. Initially confused, I trusted the process and created a beautiful cocktail. For many seasoned…
Why You Need to be Squeezing your own Citrus Juices
As an Amazon Associate this page may contain affiliate links. This means I earn a small commission if you purchase a product at no extra cost to you! I only link products I trust so you can shop with piece of mind 🙂 Bottled lemon and lime juice has become a bit of a taboo…
How to Make a Pisco Sour: A Classic Cocktail with a Rich History
My favourite types of cocktails are sours and this is definitely up there with the best of the best! It follows the standard sour recipe making it incredibly easy to learn and remember. Come along as we uncover the history and origin of Pisco and take a look at a Pisco Sour Cocktail recipe that…
How to Make Sugar Syrup: The Sweet Science to a Cocktail Essential
Sugar syrup, also known as simple syrup, is a staple in the world of mixology. It’s the secret ingredient that adds sweetness and balance to cocktails and mocktails, ensuring every sip is a delight. In this post, we’ll explore how to make it. We’ll discuss the differences between 1:1 and 2:1 syrup. We’ll also explain…
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