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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 Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Mexico City
Home to some of the most amazing dormant volcanoes, incredible Aztec ruins and pyramids and over 700 different types of reptile, Mexico is a truly fascinating place to visit. When it comes to tourism,...
History of the Kir Royale Cocktail
If there is a classier, more elegant classic cocktail on offer, then we are yet to discover it. The Kir Royale is the ultimate champagne cocktail – simple, sleek, and sophisticated. The best thing abo...
The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Dublin
It is known as being the birthplace of Guinness, but Dublin is also a fantastic city to visit if you enjoy a cocktail! At the time of writing, Ireland was included in the UK's travel corridor list, so...
History of the Planters Punch
Is there any other drink in the history of classic cocktails that is more likely to be a party-pleaser than the rum punch? Fruity and alcoholic, it can be thrown in a pitcher for everyone to help them...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Kent
A slightly less exotic location for our drinking travels this month, but with the whole global pandemic making it difficult to explore further climes, staying close to home seems more important. In th...
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...
History of the B52
A well-made B52 shot is a true testament to the artistry and skill involved in cocktail crafting. This elegant drink comprises a beautifully layered mix of Baileys Irish Cream, orange liqueur, and cof...
How to Pick a Cocktail Glass
Since the bars have been closed for some time now, we have all had to become amateur mixologists, creating wonderful cocktail concoctions in the safety of our own kitchen. You might have all the ingre...
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