Recipes: Cherry Blossom

Summer is just around the corner, and while you might not want to down this sweet concoction, you’ll look like the perfect gentleman mixing one up for a few ladies. Cherry Blossom 2 oz. Cherry vodka 1 oz. lime juice 3/4 oz. simple syrup soda water Garnish with cherry and lime wedge Build in a [...]

Recipes: 3 Whiskey Classics You Should Know

Sometimes a Jack & Coke just doesn’t cut it. There are times that call for something a little more complex and flavorful. The 3 following whiskey-based classic cocktails will get the job done, and you won’t even have to put your pinky up as you tip ‘em back. As with any recipe we strongly encourage [...]

Whisky vs. Whiskey

Note the extra "E" You’ve probably seen it spelled both ways. So which is right? Is it “Whiskey” or “Whisky”? Or is there any difference at all? Well, the answer is… kind of. Technically the bonus vowel is added to the Irish and American varieties (whiskey, whiskeys) whereas the ones from Scotland, Whales, Japan and [...]

Spirits 101: Tequila

Unfortunately for tequila, many of us have a “first time” story that starts in a dorm or apartment somewhere and ends in fetal position clutching a garbage can. I hope we can convince you and your stomach to give it another try. You probably know that products like Champagne and Cognac come from very specific [...]

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Stirred, Not Shaken

James Bond would have you believe that you ought to shake that Martini, and while it won’t kill you if you do, you’re better off stirring it. You’ll also look pretty dumb ordering one shaken at any respectable bar. If you’re determined to order it shaken, just don’t be offended when you get some snickering [...]