VinePair

DECEMBER 19, 2024

It also serves multiple purposes: measuring small amounts, scooping olives or cherries, and even muddling in a pinch. ” Dean Metjaha, bartender, Bar Bonobo , New York City One of the most impactful unsung heroes of the bar is the fine-mesh strainer. Its definitely an atomizer. Disco , L.A. 100 percent.

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VinePair

JUNE 3, 2025

Lance Bowman, bar manager, UMMO , Chicago Coming from a whiskey house the Old Fashioned built, my answer is cautionary. It is definitely a more rounded and balanced option. And puh-lease, for the love of all things boozy, do not muddle any fruit in my drink. When done right, its clean, crisp, and unforgettable.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

They lean too heavily on a corn-dominant mash bill and new oak, which masks the character of the grain and creates an overly sweet, muddled profile. Jonah Gibbs, bar manager, Petite Boheme , Las Vegas I actually understand and see some value in flavored whiskeys. You’re definitely paying for the availability.

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VinePair

APRIL 23, 2024

Weller Special Reserve Four Roses Resurgent Young American High West Bourbon Buffalo Trace J Rieger’s Bottled in Bond Bourbon Legent Bourbon “Old Dominick Huling Station Straight Bourbon is definitely underrated. Juel Triggs, bar manager, Eight & Sand at Central Station Hotel , Memphis, Tenn. Bourbon 102 Proof.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 13, 2024

While the primary aspect of any bar is to dish out the most innovative cocktails using different kinds of ingredients and placing strong emphasis on quality, another factor that is now being incorporated is that of implementing sustainable practices. The one primary thing that is transforming the cocktail industry is technology.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

See Recipe Autumn Sparkler To get a hefty meal prepped for your nearest and dearest, a nice sessionable cocktail is definitely in order — preferably one with a bit of bubbles. With a bit of lemon juice and hot water to make it, well, hot, the Rum Hot Toddy is sweet, spicy, bright, and definitely delicious.

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