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The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Singapore

In a country that is constantly evolving and developing, it is no surprise that Singapore is home to some of the world’s best bars. The southern Asian state has an incredibly diverse, multicultural so...  read more

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The History of the Zombie Cocktail

With Halloween fast approaching, this classic cocktail seems like an obvious choice for any spooky shenanigans you may be planning! The Zombie is a somewhat complicated, yet tantalizingly delicious, b...  read more

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The History of the Salty Dog

A classic cocktail that has become somewhat underappreciated in recent times, the Salty Dog is the perfect cocktail to enjoy while making the most of every last bit of summer sunshine. Incredibly easy...  read more

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The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in New York

The Big Apple is famous for its cocktails, regularly battling it out with London to be known as the premier destination for cocktail enthusiasts. You can’t visit New York without making a trip to one...  read more

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History of the Espresso Martini

Before the advent of Vodka Redbull, a different concoction emerged as the go-to drink for those looking to imbibe whilst ensuring they stayed awake to make the most of their night. The Espresso Martin...  read more

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The History of The Godfather Cocktail

A cocktail without a mixer is like fish without chips; salt without vinegar; Bert without Ernie – it just doesn’t work. Unless you are the Godfather, in which case, the rules no longer apply. A wicked...  read more

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The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Venice

After a day exploring the magical, historical city of Venice, you’ll be in need of some alcoholic refreshment. Luckily, Venice is well prepared for the well-travelled cocktail-drinker, so you’ll have...  read more

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The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in London

As Summer looms ever closer, it is the perfect time to explore the UK’s capital city, enjoying the quirky public houses and beer gardens in the sun. If you are heading to London any time soon, these a...  read more

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The Old-Fashioned History of the Old Fashioned

A sophisticated blend of bourbon, bitters, soda and sugar, the Old Fashioned cocktail has roots that go all the way back to the 1800s! The name comes from the way it is made, with people heading to co...  read more

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The History of the Mary Pickford Cocktail

A very fancy cocktail with an extremely glamorous namesake, the Mary Pickford cocktail was created during the era of Prohibition and is saved for only the classiest of establishments. Mary Pickford wa...  read more

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The History of the Long Island Ice Tea

Not every bartender is comfortable with serving up this classic cocktail. A potent blend of spirits topped with cola, it is not afforded the same respect as many of the other classics. Perhaps this is...  read more

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The History of the Bloody Mary Cocktail

The Bloody Mary cocktail has undergone something of a revival of late. Touted as the ultimate hangover cure, this classic concoction is infamous for its potent mix of flavors and its ability to mask t...  read more

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