A Bar Above

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Since excessive drinking has been on the rise during the pandemic, we really want to focus on how to make delicious, spirit-free cocktails and enjoy other beverages such as nonalcoholic beer and wine. Top with ginger beer. SPIRIT-FREE SPIRITS What am I even talking about? And without alcohol, it’s super simple! ½-1

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VinePair

DECEMBER 29, 2023

As with any exceptional wines and spirits one has over the course of a lifetime, the best beers should linger long after the last sip, lip smack, and smile. But they should be transcendent and bulletproof to the wastebasket of our brains — no amount of time passed muddling that sublime feeling. Suarez Family Brewery Be It Known 5.3%

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

For mixers, keep a variety of juices, sodas, and bitters on hand. The Old Fashioned: This iconic whiskey cocktail, originating in the 19th century, combines 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey with 1 sugar cube or 1/2 oz simple syrup and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters. The result is a smooth, sophisticated drink with a rich, complex flavor.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

H4: Techniques for Infusing Fruit Flavors into Your Cocktails – Liquid Gold Muddling fresh fruit is your instant ticket to flavor. H3: Cranberry & Rosemary Old Fashioned: A Festive Fusion – A Tart and Herbal Delight Muddle fresh cranberries and rosemary with sugar and bitters.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Your favorite bartender can create gorgeous patterns with bitters, spray the inside of a cocktail glass with vermouth, or make custom stenciled patterns on an egg white cocktail. These bitters bottles come in classic amber brown or gorgeous matte black– and in two sizes: 2 oz or 4 oz. It opens beer bottles. It cuts away foil.

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Good Spirits News

JULY 14, 2024

Light in mouthfeel and fruit forward, there is nonetheless a somewhat dry presentation with a slightly bitter edge which cuts the sweetness down to a low rumble. oz raspberry syrup 2 oz Tails of the Unexpected Ruby Soho Instructions: Muddle the raspberries in a cocktail shaker. Mix in the shaker. Add ice and stir until well-chilled.

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Cocktail Whisperer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

And if you’ve treated your glass of whiskey to a splash of soda or a muddle of fruit, that is a cocktail too. It takes a bit of rye whiskey, raw honey simple syrup and whiskey barrel aged bitters and twists them up a bit. Add the bitters. Dot with lemon bitters. ginger beer (cane sugar-based) 2 oz. Add the liquors.

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Drinkhacker

MAY 17, 2024

While selections like white wine and cold beer are obvious, numerous cocktails abound which feel tailor-made for summer sipping. simple syrup 2 dashes Angostura bitters orange peel for garnish In an Old Fashioned glass, add the simple syrup and Angostura bitters. A few leaves, muddled in the glass, and I’m halfway to summer.

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VinePair

JULY 1, 2024

Its build has been muddled through alterations like swapping low-proof liqueurs for higher-proof spirits or cutting the soda water altogether. Beer, even! Others build the drink around the modern Italian style of Spritz featuring Prosecco , a bittering liqueur, and soda water, with many using Aperol’s classic 3-2-1 ratio as a guide.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Beer Float Both beer and ice cream are summertime favorites, though we rarely think of pairing the two. The Beer Float aims to change this by combining the two in one drink. It isn’t as simple as grabbing a beer and a scoop of ice cream. An essential component in this drink is bacon-flavored Jack Daniel’s.

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Advanced Mixology

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

ounces of Martini red vermouth, a dash of Absinthe, and 1 dash of orange bitters, shake or stir with ice, and strain into a chilled glass. This French-inspired blend can be made in two delicious ways: mixed with beer or as a gin sour. In a highball glass, muddle fresh mint leaves to release aromatic oils.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Its versatility allows it to be muddled, infused, or used as a garnish, adding a balanced kick to margaritas, mojitos, and more. Tinctures and Bitters: Concentrated Heat and Flavor Tinctures and bitters, made by steeping peppers or spices in high-proof alcohol, offer a potent and precise way to add heat. oz Lime Juice 0.5

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Mixologists

OCTOBER 4, 2022

To make a Manhattan, you'll need: 2 ounces of rye whiskey 1 ounce of sweet vermouth 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters 1 Maraschino cherry Start by mixing the whiskey, vermouth, and bitters together in a mixing glass. Then, add a few dashes of bitters and muddle the sugar until it's dissolved.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

This cocktail showcases the robust notes of whiskey, complemented by the subtle sweetness of sugar and the complexity of aromatic bitters. To make an Old Fashioned , combine 2 ounces of bourbon or rye, 1 sugar cube, a few dashes of aromatic bitters and a splash of club soda in an old-fashioned glass.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

This cocktail showcases the robust notes of whiskey, complemented by the subtle sweetness of sugar and the complexity of aromatic bitters. To make an Old Fashioned , combine 2 ounces of bourbon or rye, 1 sugar cube, a few dashes of aromatic bitters and a splash of club soda in an old-fashioned glass.

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 9, 2024

Elation – The Mint Julep That first ice-cold hit of a beer is a joy for most people in the world. You’ve got to muddle mint, stack crushed ice, and have a specific cup to serve. Gently muddle the mint leaves with the sugar syrup and bourbon. The bitterness of Campari is a useful thing to bring you back down to earth.

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Advanced Mixology

MARCH 11, 2024

A dash of orange bitters here and you've got yourself a cocktail that's like a refreshing breeze on a hot day. Campari's bitterness sliced with orange juice's sweetness is like a debate club where everyone wins. Start by muddling mint leaves with 1 oz of simple syrup and lime juice in a cocktail glass. Yes, please!

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Dry Atlas

MARCH 20, 2024

In contrast, other non-alcoholic drinks like wines and beers are made by dealcoholizing fermented, alcoholic liquids. Add 2 more lime wedges and the sugar to the glass, and muddle again to release more lime juice. Fill the glass with large ice cubes and pour the rum over the ice. Use a muddler to crush the mint and lime.

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VinePair

JULY 3, 2024

If there’s one guiding law IPA devotees are taught at the beginning of their craft beer journey, it’s to drink their hazies fresh. Even more ambiguous: They don’t bother touching on when a beer might be “too fresh.” In super-freshly canned beer, the CO2 is often mis-integrated, and that can add harshness,” Richardson says.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JULY 12, 2023

Best Sherry Cocktails Sherry can balance out other flavors, such as sour or bitter, or add a subtle sweetness. Adonis This classic cocktail perfectly balances sweet and bitter flavors, with sherry as the main ingredient. ounces of Manzanilla sherry, 3 ounces of apple cider, and 3 ounces of ginger beer to a glass filled with ice.

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Marketview Liquor Blog

JULY 12, 2023

Best Sherry Cocktails Sherry can balance out other flavors, such as sour or bitter, or add a subtle sweetness. Adonis This classic cocktail perfectly balances sweet and bitter flavors, with sherry as the main ingredient. ounces of Manzanilla sherry, 3 ounces of apple cider, and 3 ounces of ginger beer to a glass filled with ice.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Sitting somewhere between Aperol and Campari on the flavor scale, Select is slightly sweet, delivering citrus fruit and an undercurrent of bitter botanicals that fuse perfectly with Prosecco and club soda. The mixture of bitter Italian liqueur, bubbles, and sweet vermouth results in a vivacious, herbal treat that won’t put you to bed early.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 30, 2024

ALCOHOL ALTERNATIVES GINGER BEER AND FLAVORED SODA WATERS Beginning with the easiest option, when you would normally grab a cocktail, grab a carbonated option like La Croix or ginger beer instead. My recommendation is Fee Brothers rhubarb bitters , although this does contain some alcohol for those of you who are strictly abstaining.

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A Bar Above

JANUARY 31, 2025

Americano A classic aperitif style drink, the Americano is bitter, bubbly, and incredibly refreshing. oz Green Chartreuse 4-6 oz Root Beer (to top) 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream (optional– It’s still delicious without!) Mixing Campari, sweet vermouth, & soda water, its an easy-to-make, low-ABV favorite. oz Campari 1.5

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Rum Most Thankful by Kristan Arnold - @the_unlucky_bartender Ingredients 8 pieces whole clove 8 pieces fresh cranberries 1 cube pure cane sugar 2 dashes orange bitters 1/4 oz fresh lemon juice 1/2 oz organic Cranberry juice 1.5 Muddle those ingredients. Top with ginger beer, stir and garnish with your fresh thyme. The taste too!

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Fresh Lime Juice 4 Fresh Blackberries (muddled) oz. Ginger Beer (for topping) Preparation In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blackberries with the lime juice and simple syrup to release the fruits juices. ginger beer for a spicy, effervescent finish. Tiki bitters round out this vibrant, spicy blend. Top with oz.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 11, 2025

CinnamonGhost Pepper Syrup Garnish: Strawberry slice Preparation Add the halved strawberry to a cocktail shaker and muddle. Photo by Drea T Beer , Fortified Wine , Liqueur In A Storm by Andrea Tateosian, Speed Rack Competitor Ingredients 1 oz. Giffard Banane du Brsil liqueur 1 dash Angostura Bitters 1 Whole Egg 1 oz.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 29, 2025

The bourbon’s rich caramel notes create a foundation that supports the interplay between sweet strawberries and fiery jalapeo, while ginger beer adds effervescence and length. The combination of traditional Angostura and chocolate mole bitters creates remarkable depth, while the expressed orange oils brighten the finish.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

This article explores the world of "hoppy" Easter beer cocktails, offering a unique twist on traditional spring celebrations. We'll delve into creative combinations, refreshing flavors, and practical tips for crafting the perfect beer-based refreshers. Stone IPA, Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA): For a hoppy and bitter base.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 15, 2025

Reading Time: 10 minutes Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate Total Cost: $50-100 for basic setup Essential Mocktail-Making Equipment and Ingredients Professional Bar Tools: Your Must-Have List Basic Equipment ($50-100 Budget): Boston shaker set ($20-30) Precision jigger ($10-15) Premium muddler ($12-15) Hawthorne strainer ($15-20) Bar spoon ($8-12) (..)

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

oz dry vermouth Orange bitters (optional) Garnish: Lemon twist or olive Technique: Stir with ice, strain into chilled glass 2. Old Fashioned 2 oz bourbon 1 sugar cube 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters Orange peel Technique: Muddle sugar with bitters, build, stir 3. Classic Martini 2.5 oz gin or vodka 0.5

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

Spiced Ginger Mule Prep Time: 5 minutes | Skill Level: Easy 2 oz fresh lime juice 4 oz premium ginger beer Dash of aromatic bitters Fresh mint garnish Method: Build in copper mug over ice, garnish with mint and lime wheel 2.

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Mixologists

JANUARY 16, 2025

Spiced Ginger Mule Prep Time: 5 minutes | Skill Level: Easy 2 oz fresh lime juice 4 oz premium ginger beer Dash of aromatic bitters Fresh mint garnish Method: Build in copper mug over ice, garnish with mint and lime wheel 2.

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Bartender.com

APRIL 10, 2025

You’ll learn essential tools and techniques, master classic recipes, and explore unique ingredients like angostura bitters. The key lies in gently muddling the mint to release its oils without bruising the leaves, which can impart bitterness. Some bartenders add ginger beer for a spicy kick, reminiscent of a Moscow Mule.

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Mixologists

APRIL 11, 2025

The Secret to Flavor Extraction: Mastering the Muddling Technique: The fundamental principle of effective muddling lies in the application of gentle yet firm and consistent downward pressure. Instead, apply steady, even downward pressure and gently twist the muddler a few times over the ingredients.

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Mixologists

APRIL 10, 2025

Be exceedingly careful not to shred the delicate mint leaves, as this can unfortunately impart a bitter taste to the finished drink. It is crucial to omit any carbonated elements, such as soda water, Prosecco, or beer, until the very last moment, just before serving, to ensure they retain their delightful effervescence.

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Mixologists

APRIL 10, 2025

Light rum, often aged briefly, offers a subtle sweetness and works wonderfully in refreshing mojitos with a wintery twist (think muddled cranberries and fresh mint). Ginger beer offers a more intense ginger flavor and less sweetness compared to ginger ale. Rum: Both light and dark rums have their cherished place in holiday mixology.

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