When it comes to creating a well-stocked home bar, cocktails often take center stage. However, another beloved libation deserves a place of honor on your shelves - beer. Beyond being a refreshing beverage, beer offers various flavors, styles, and brewing traditions that can elevate your home bar experience to new heights.  From crisp lagers to complex ales and everything in between, exploring the world of beer opens up a whole new realm of possibilities for the aspiring home bartender. So, let's dive into beer and discover how it enhances your home bar and delights your taste buds with some recipes ahead! The Brewed History Isn't it fascinating to think about the processes of producing a delicious beer? The secret behind...

On this fascinating journey of bartending, let’s step back and learn the history of how it used to during the early times, prohibition and how it evolves today. From the clandestine days the past to the vibrant cocktail culture of the present, these humble beginnings have played an integral role in shaping the world of bartending and mixology.  As we dive into the past, let’s uncover the evolution of alcohol drinking and how they have revolutionized the art of crafting the perfect cocktail. So grab your cocktail shaker and prepare to be captivated as we travel back in time. History Timelines Early days In the 15th century, Bartenders were known as “innkeepers,” and they usually produced their own alcohol or...

When crafting the perfect cocktail, a lot of factors are to be considered: the ingredients and their quality, the glassware to use, and lastly, the mixing technique. While there are cocktails that are best shaken, others are also best stirred, and some are blended. But how do we identify which mixing technique to use for a cocktail? Knowing the difference between each mixing technique is vital in successfully creating a well-balanced and tasty cocktail. In this article, we'll explore and learn more about these mixing techniques and give you tips on how to master each of them. Prepare to take your cocktail game a level higher and impress your family and friends with your fail-proof mixed drinks each time! What’s...

Welcome to the world of Spirits of Mexico, where we will talk about Tequila and Mezcal to better understand where the fiery spirits and rich history came from to concoct a unique and delicious drinking experience. Tequila and Mezcal can often be underappreciated, but they are more than just party shots or mixers. They each have a distinct flavor profile and character depending on the kind of main ingredients, the process, and the aging that’s used to produce them. So, buckle up as we journey through the World of Tequila and Mezcal. Let’s discover together the unique flavors and stories that make up these two spirits truly special. Tequila and Mezcal The two spirits are steeped in cultural significance, dating...