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Bartending & Mixology

Does Rum Expire? The Truth About Your Bottle's Shelf Life: A Mixologist's Guide

Discover the truth about rum's shelf life and whether that old bottle still packs a punch. Uncover expert tips on storage, aging, and creative mixology to elevate your spirit experience!

Bartending & Mixology

Does Whiskey Expire? The Ultimate Guide to Whiskey Shelf Life and Storage

Discover the truth about whiskey shelf life and learn how to store your bottles for optimal flavor preservation. Uncover expert tips and fascinating stories that will change the way you think about your spirits collection!

Bartending & Mixology

Does Tequila Expire: The Truth About Your Precious Agave Spirit's Shelf Life

Got an old bottle and wondering if it's still good? Discover the truth about tequila shelf life, storage tips, and how to keep your agave spirit tasting its best!

Spirits & Recipes

Coffee Nudge Cocktail Recipe & Ingredients: A Cozy Winter Warmer That'll Knock Your Socks Off

Warm up this winter with the indulgent Coffee Nudge cocktail—a cozy blend of coffee, spirits, and whipped cream that's perfect for any occasion! Discover the easy recipe and creative twists to elevate your cocktail experience.

Spirits & Recipes

Ward Eight Cocktail Recipe & Ingredients: Boston's Historic Whiskey Sour With A Political Twist

Discover the tantalizing Ward Eight cocktail, a delightful blend of rye whiskey, fresh citrus, and grenadine, inspired by Boston's political history!

Maintenance & Repairs

Old Pal Cocktail Recipe & Ingredients: The Bold Prohibition-Era Classic That’ll Make You Rethink Negronis

Discover the captivating Old Pal cocktail, a bold Prohibition-era classic that redefines your cocktail experience.

Bartending & Mixology

Sangria Shelf Life: Does This Spirit Deteriorate With Age or Expire? (And How to Keep it Fresh)

Wondering how long your homemade sangria stays fresh? Learn the key factors that influence its shelf life.

Bartending & Mixology

Aperol Shelf Life: Does This Spirit Deteriorate With Age or Expire? (And How to Keep it Fresh)

Is your Aperol past its prime? Learn the signs and proper storage tips for peak flavor.

Spirits & Recipes

10 Valentine’s Day Cocktails You’ll Fall in Love With

What better way to get in the mood with your loved one than by making them a sweet & sexy cocktail?

Bartending & Mixology

Absinthe Shelf Life: Does This Spirit Deteriorate With Age or Expire?

Is absinthe immortal? Learn how time affects your favorite high-proof spirit's flavor and aroma.

Bartending & Mixology

The World’s Strongest Spirits (Strongest Alchahold) and How to Survive Them?

From Polish firewater that doubles as disinfectant to Scottish whisky that could fuel a rocket, discover the world’s most potent spirits—and how to handle them without ending up in the ER.

Spirits & Recipes

Abbey Cocktail Recipe & Ingredients (with Easy Step-by-Step Video) 

Did you know the Abbey cocktail inspired the famous Abbey Road album by the Beatles? Well, that was a bold-faced lie. Still, it's a great drink!

Ritz Cocktail

Ritz Cocktail

The ritz cocktail, just like the luxury hotel chain it’s named after, is a drink synonymous with sophistication, opulence, and glamour.

Red Lion

Red Lion

On the surface, the red lion looks simple and calm, but make no mistake, a few of these and you’ll be roaring your way up to the bar for another.

Red Beer

Red Beer

Strangely simple but incredibly effective. Red beer, or bloody beer, is a great hangover cure or savory refreshment on a hot day.

Old Flame (AKA Fancy Nancy)

Old Flame (AKA Fancy Nancy)

A former love that you haven’t seen in a while. The old flame, or the fancy nancy, is fire that has died down but is just waiting to be rekindled.

Monkey Gland

Monkey Gland

There is a theory for why this drink is called the monkey gland, but I really don’t think you want to hear the answer. Click here and find out.

Millennium Cocktail

Millennium Cocktail

The Millennium Cocktail was created to celebrate the arrival of the year 2000, but it’s never to late to celebrate.

Michelada

Michelada

A glorious Mexican invention that I’m proud to say I celebrate every weekend in the summer. This two part cocktail is as simple as it is delicious.

Cadillac Margarita

Cadillac Margarita

Upgrade your margarita to the cadillac margarita, a higher end cocktail with premium ingredients to produce a drink of the highest quality.

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