VinePair

MAY 27, 2025

Whether were talking about navy-strength gin , cask-strength whiskey , still-strength tequilas , or overproof rums , there are more options to indulge in uncut versions of the spirits we love than ever before. It’s a really unique style, and its flavor is still very present even with just one ounce, head bartender Jason Kilgore says.

Bar Spoon 95

Bar Spoon Bartender Bartending Alcohol 95

Cheers

APRIL 10, 2024

Jocelyn Jolley is head bartender at Michael’s on Naples , an Italian restaurant in Long Beach, CA. It was a mom-and-pop local greasy spoon where I really cut my teeth in a super busy and bustling atmosphere. My current go-to cocktail would have to be any tequila or mezcal neat, accompanied by an orange slice.

Mixologist 111

Mixologist Head Bartender Bar Spoon Gin 111

VinePair

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

“Cocktail College is brought to you today by PATRN , 100% Additive-Free Tequila. While some tequila brands may legally claim to be made from 100% Weber Blue Agave, they can still include up to 1% of approved additives, such as glycerin, oak extract, caramel coloring, or sugar-based syrup. TEQUILA 40% ABV.

Tinctures 98

Tinctures Bar Spoon Head Bartender Simple Syrup 98

Moody Mixologist

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

However, also in 1929, a book called Cocktails de Paris was published and listed the inventor of the Bee's Knees cocktail as the head bartender of the Ritz Hotel in Paris, Frank Meier. One of my all time favorite riffs is to add a bar spoon or two of vanilla yogurt. It's then served up and garnished with a lemon twist.

Gin 52

Gin Bar Spoon Rum Simple Syrup 52