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We Asked 16 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Cheap Bourbon?

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Most liquor stores I’ve seen sell OGD for about $25, which is a solid price point for how nicely the whiskey drinks! Lexi Parker, lead bartender, Poka Loka Social Club , Denver “When it comes to an underrated Swiss-army-knife bourbon, J.W. At around $15, J.W.

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Fourth of July Cocktails for 2024

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Notes Oscar Garcia, lead bartender at seafood grill Corvina in Boca Raton, FL, created this recipe. Print Rocket Pop Course Drinks Keyword Blue Curaçao, Horchata vodka, lemon, orgeat, Peychaud’s bitters Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Top with additional crushed ice and add a generous float of bitters.

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s the Trendiest Shot to Order Right Now?

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That’s because a shot is more than a quick blast of liquor to lips. Its purposes vary: It can be a celebration of good news, a bartender’s friendly handshake , or an efficient means of catching a buzz before or during a night of revelry (and then responsibly ordering a ride share). It’s also great for the staff.

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We Asked 20 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Bourbon? (2024)

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To cut through the noise, we turned to bartenders across the country to highlight bottles they think are underrated, whether that means a forgotten classic they reach for over and over or a new product they are excited to see more guests enjoy. These are the most underrated bourbons, according to bartenders across the country. “I

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We Asked 25 Bartenders: What’s the Best Bourbon for Mixing Cocktails?

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It works well in a] Revolver or other Old Fashioned-style cocktails with a bitter backbone.” —Joe This allows the spirits to really cut through and be the leading stars of the cocktail.” It has enough character to stand up and not be lost or covered up, even by something big like Campari. [It

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We Asked 19 Bartenders: What’s Your Go-To Bourbon? (2024)

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In our world, that translates to a robust spirit that can stand out amongst strong flavors like citrus, amari, and bitters to name a few common cocktail bullies. At 100 proof, it’s a standout in stirred classics alongside sugar, bitters, or vermouths, but doesn’t punch out softer mixers like citrus or bubbles in highballs or sours.”

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EDINBURGH BARTENDER LANDS WIN AT GREAT HONKAKU SHOCHU & AWAMORI CONTEST 2025

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ONE of Edinburghs leading bartenders has beaten off tough competition to take home first place at the fourth annual Great Honkaku Shochu & Awamori Contest, organised by the UK Bartenders’ Guild and sponsored by the Japanese Sake & Shochu Makers Association. Better’s Bitters Grapefruit, and Ms.