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Welcome to the 'Level Up' page – your ultimate destination for mastering the art of cocktail making.
Whether you're a beginner bartender or a seasoned mixologist, this page is designed to elevate your skills to new heights. Dive into our carefully curated selection of articles, each packed with insights, tips, and techniques to enhance your craft.
From exploring the nuances of flavor balancing to mastering the art of presentation, our resources cover a broad spectrum of topics to refine your mixology expertise. Learn about the latest trends, experiment with exotic ingredients, and discover the secrets behind timeless classic cocktails. Let each article be a stepping stone towards turning your cocktail creations into mesmerizing experiences for all your guests.
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The History of Tequila
We couldn’t let National Margarita Day (20th February) pass us by without paying homage to the cocktail’s most important ingredient: Tequila. A guilty pleasure of binge drinkers everywhere, this fiery... read more
The Best Cocktail Destinations for 2022
As the winter seems to be never-ending here in the UK, our thoughts have naturally turned to summer holiday breaks in an effort to have something to look forward to. Of course, our destinations must b... read more
The World’s Deadliest Cocktail: The Aunt Roberta
World’s Strongest Cocktail: The Aunt Roberta is made entirely of alcohol—brandy, vodka, absinthe, gin, and blackberry liqueur—with no mixers to dilute its strength. Mysterious Origins: Created in the... read more
The History of the Snowball Cocktail
Every year we have dreams of a white Christmas, but unfortunately, it doesn’t always work that way. Depending on where you are in the world, you might get rain, wind, maybe scorching hot sunshine, but... read more
The History of the Pornstar Martini
In 2018, the Pornstar Martini was named as the UK’s favourite cocktail, cementing its place on cocktail lists around the country. It may not be the most refined drink, and its name is certainly more t... 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
History of the Prairie Oyster
A classic cocktail that promises to cure even the most terrible of hangovers, the Prairie Oyster is not as popular as it once was. An alternative to the more widely known Bloody Mary, this recipe even... read more
The World’s Best Rooftop Bars
One of the best things about the summer is the long, lazy days where the sun shines late until the evening and cocktails taste that little bit better in the warmer weather. A rooftop bar can make that... read more
Cocktails to Make Use of Your Harvest
August is the month when farmers get to work harvesting the crops that they have so lovingly tended to over the year. There is an abundance of seasonal fruit and vegetables at farm shops, farmers mark... read more
Get to Know Your Rum
The basis of so many incredible cocktails, rum has a long history with links to pirates and brave naval warriors, making it one of the coolest spirits around! It was actually created in the middle age... 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
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