Level up - Classic Cocktails
The Only Six Cocktails You’ll Ever Need to Know
There are six cocktails that every single bartender, amateur or professional should be able to master. These drinks are the ones that best optimize what it means to be a cocktail – i.e., they contain... read more
The History of Cocktails
Our blogs posts regularly focus on the history of some of our most-loved classic cocktails, but the time has come to investigate when this beverage phenomenon originated. If you have ever wondered how... read more
The History of the Dark 'N' Stormy Cocktail
The Dark 'N' Stormy cocktail is a delicious blend of dark rum, ginger beer, and lime that is simple to create and perfect for enjoying on a hot summer's day. While the modern variant can be made using... read more
The History of the Grasshopper Cocktail
Have you ever come across a cocktail as bright and glowing as the green, green Grasshopper? Made up of crème de cacao, crème de menthe, and good, old-fashioned cream, this is a frothy, delightful blen... read more
The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: Copenhagen
Throughout the pandemic, Denmark has been considered to be a shining example of how to deal with a global virus. With one of the lowest death rates per capita, this makes it a reliable place to get aw... read more
History of the Fitzgerald
First recorded in 2002, the Fitzgerald cocktail may seem quite young to be deemed a classic. Indeed, its history is not as venerable as some other longstanding drinks in the cocktail world. However, i... read more
The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Auckland
The list of restrictions due to the global pandemic keeps getting shorter and we can now visit certain countries on holiday. New Zealand has always been at the forefront of fighting Covid-19, with the... read more
History of the Old Cuban
Cuban drinks have quite a cult following in the cocktail world. Stunning cocktails including the daiquiri, mojito, and el presidente were made on the small Caribbean island and are all made with local... read more
History of the Negroni
The Negroni stands as one of the most celebrated and enduring classic cocktails, known for its harmonious yet potent blend of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. With its distinct formula and vibrant hi... read more
History of the Cuba Libre Cocktail
A drink that celebrated the end of war and oppression in Cuba, the Cuba Libre is light, delicious, and timeless. In an era where gin is king and vodka rules, the traditional rum, cola, and lime has ne... read more
The History of the Rusty Nail
The Rusty Nail is a potent blend of scotch whisky and Drambuie, a drink that earned a place in the pantheon of classic cocktails during the glamorous era of the 1960s. It was a favorite of the Rat Pac... read more
The History of the White Lady
The White Lady cocktail, with its ethereal name and equally enchanting appearance, has retained its elegance and timeless appeal throughout its history. The current classic formulation includes Cointr... read more
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