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We Asked 21 Bartenders: What’s the Best Vodka for Mixing Cocktails?

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Its a zero-waste, carbon-negative spirit that is distilled from the waste product of coffee production. Ben Hopkins, head bartender, Pitts , Brooklyn Yes, there is non-alcoholic vodka, and yes it works. ” Joshua Gandee, host, no proof podcast , Columbus, Ohio Townes. Notes of vanilla, black pepper, and funky fruit.

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We Asked 13 Bartenders: What’s the Best Tequila Under $50?

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To scope out the best of the bunch, we asked 13 bartenders their choices for the affordable tequilas they always reach for. Los Dos is at zero percent, so it’s not only a delicious tequila, but one that takes a stand.” —Rob It’s a higher-proof, 100 percent Blue Weber agave blanco tequila from a community cooperative.

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Transforming Spirits to Liqueurs with Jonathan Adler and Danny Reylock of Shinji’s

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I sat down with beverage director Jonathan Adler and head bartender Danny Reylock to find out what’s possible with an armory of high-tech tools like chamber vacuums, sonicators, liquid nitrogen, and a full-time pastry chef handling prep. Credit: Jeff Brown Why alter the spirit and not just beef up an existing modifier?

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We Asked 18 Bartenders: What’s One Drink That Should Be Retired From Cocktail Menus? (2024)

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Christopher Petropoulos, head bartender, Balos , Washington, D.C. “ As someone in the Italian hospitality world, it’s a missed opportunity to see high-quality espresso used in this way. Samantha Casuga, head bartender, Temple Bar , NYC “Vodka Espresso Martinis should be replaced with a classic Cognac Espresso Martini.

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The Top Beverage Trends For 2025

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and Carbonates annual hospitality trends report has named pistachio the flavor of the year for 2025, noting the nuts presence in every type of dish or drink, at every style of restaurant. This zero-waste cooking technique will also allow chefs and bartenders to creatively repurpose leftover produce and give it new life.