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Ingredients
Discover what really goes into your favorite drinks. This blog dives into the building blocks of classic and modern cocktails—spirits, bitters, syrups, infusions, and more. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned mixologist, you'll find clear explanations, creative tips, and the stories behind each ingredient that makes your cocktail shine.


The Essential Guide to Bitters in Cocktails: A Comprehensive Exploration
Bitters are among the most indispensable yet often overlooked ingredients in the world of cocktails.
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Aug 265 min read


How to Clarify an Ingredient with Agar Agar
In the world of modern mixology, achieving crystal-clear flavors and pristine aesthetics is a high priority. Clarification is a technique th
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Aug 173 min read


Honey: A Study of Flavor, Texture, and Terroir
In contemporary mixology, where ingredients are selected not merely for their sweetness but for their depth, provenance, and aromatic potential, honey has earned a place of prestige. Far beyond a simple sweetener, honey is a botanical expression of terroir, seasonality, and floral diversity. For the modern bartender, understanding the different types of honey and their sensory profiles is key to crafting thoughtful, balanced, and expressive cocktails.
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Jul 294 min read


The Ultimate Pomelo Soda Recipe for High-End Cocktails
In the ever-evolving landscape of cocktail culture, house-made sodas are no longer just playful additions — they are the backbone of high-level zero-proof mixology and refined highball construction. Among these, pomelo soda stands out for its rare citrus complexity, delicate bitterness, and crystalline refreshment.
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Jul 62 min read


Tinctures in Cocktails: The Art of Infusing Flavor and Aroma
In the world of mixology, innovation and experimentation often lead to exciting new flavors and techniques. One such technique that has gain
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Jun 225 min read


Sake: Styles and How to Use it in Cocktails
Sake, the iconic Japanese rice wine, has transcended its roots as a traditional beverage to become a key ingredient in modern mixology.
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May 116 min read


From Pomegranate to Pour: Crafting the Perfect Homemade Grenadine
Grenadine is a staple ingredient in many classic and modern cocktails, adding both a vibrant red hue and a sweet-tart complexity.
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Apr 202 min read


Ginger Ale Vs. Ginger Beer
When it comes to crafting cocktails, ginger-based mixers are some of the most versatile and flavorful ingredients a bartender can use.
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Apr 73 min read


Tuak: The Spirit of Borneo
Tuak, a traditional rice wine, holds a special place in the cultural tapestry of Malaysia, particularly among the indigenous communities of
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Mar 254 min read


A Comprehensive Guide to Oleo Saccharum
Oleo saccharum, a term that translates from Latin as "oil sugar", is a key ingredient in mixology that has roots in pre-Prohibition punch re
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Feb 14 min read


What About Ice? The Main Ingredient of Every Cocktail
In the art of mixology, every element of a cocktail contributes to the experience, from the selection of spirits to the garnish that complet
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Jan 104 min read


The World of Sherry: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Varieties
Sherry is one of the world’s most complex and storied fortified wines, originating from the Andalusian region of Spain.
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Dec 29, 20244 min read
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