VinePair

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

And while a cocktail containing a slew of spirits, herbs, juices, and tinctures may win curiosity, the finished product can also be a letdown. Darwin Pornel, director of operations, Paradise Projects , NYC “I think bartenders can definitely go too far in the amount of ingredients they add to a cocktail.

Bartending

VinePair

JULY 22, 2025

In an era when bartenders regularly use housemade tinctures, esoteric spirits, and newfangled techniques, it’s difficult — and often impractical — for others in the industry to look up their contemporaries’ specs and recreate their drinks. It’s definitely something every Old Fashioned drinker should try.

Bartending

A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Whether you’re joining for health reasons, self-discipline, a chance to explore your relationship with alcohol, or just experiencing new flavors & options, you’re definitely not alone. Here at A Bar Above, we definitely encourage moderate drinking and even a complete abstinence from alcohol– yes, even in social settings.

Mocktails

A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Whether you’re joining for health reasons, self-discipline, a chance to explore your relationship with alcohol, or just experiencing new flavors & options, you’re definitely not alone. Here at A Bar Above, we definitely encourage moderate drinking and even a complete abstinence from alcohol– yes, even in social settings.

Mocktails

VinePair

AUGUST 22, 2024

Definitely not one to sip on its own, and probably too strong to make a compelling Daiquiri. This is the base used in medicinal tinctures, homemade bitters, and perfumery.” ABV: 80 Proof: 160 Sunset Very Strong Rum Well, it’s right there in the name. This rum is very strong. So, use at your own discretion.

Rum

VinePair

APRIL 25, 2024

Just as we now live in a second “’tini” age, in which the definition of what can qualify as a Martini has become more and more elastic, we are simultaneously witnessing the dawn of a new “rita” era. “I Superbueno uses a chili tincture, as does Cabinet and Leyenda. “There’s a lot of room to play in the Margarita sandbox.

Tinctures

A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

This course will definitely show you that amazing cocktails do not have to include alcohol. Sign up today at this link , and get lifetime access to 2+ hours of guided content that will transform how you approach alcohol-free cocktails!

Mocktails