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Cocktail Recipes (1111)
A collection of cocktail recipes that are sure to please. Featuring martinis, tropicals, champagne cocktails, hot drinks, mocktails and more.

Distilled Spirits (227)
Distilled spirits are the base ingredients for the majority of cocktails and it is important to know and understand the differences between the various liquors in order to make great drinks. There are the base spirits (vodka, rum, tequila, etc.) and there are the liqueurs and this section is an attempt to explain the basics of each.

Whiskey In-Depth (347)
An intense and ongoing study of whiskey, the distilled spirit that is a complex category of its own. Find articles about the different whiskies, reviews, cocktails, and news in the whisky industry.

Mixology- Tips & Tricks (63)
Explore and learn the fine craft of mixing cocktails using the basic and advanced techniques and tricks of professional bartenders and understand some of the theories of mixology.

Drink Presentation (9)
Tips and ideas for enhancing the appearance of cocktails by using glassware, garnishes, and other decorative embellishments for that finishing touch.

Professional Bartending (21)
Aspiring bartenders and those already working professionally have a little more to worry about than the home bartender. These are a few of the resources that you may need as you pursue that professional mixology career.

Home Bar (26)
Creating a bar in your home is a great idea and can be as simple as designating a kitchen cupboard as a liquor cabinet or more extensive like building a wet bar in the basement with all the amenities. This guide will help you build your bar, stock it with the essential spirits and tools and give you ideas for managing it.

Bars & Lounges (11)
Get advice about bar etiquette to make the most of a night out at your favorite bar or lounge. Read about hot spots and hot bartenders.

Entertaining & Food (82)
Your guide to entertaining. Including tips, advice and ideas for entertaining guests at your next cocktail or holiday party and lists of cocktails and mixed drinks that will fit a particular theme or holiday.

History & Culture (15)
A look back at the stories behind the creation and traditions of some of the most popular cocktails, distilled spirits and the people who made them as well as the stories and culture as it lives on today.

Books, Toasts & Fun (34)
A look at the lighter side (like there's a heavy side) of cocktails. Including great books to read, bar tales and jokes that keep people laughing as well as advice for making the perfect toast.

Cocktail Glossary (36)
In order to get along in the world of cocktails, one needs to know some of the lingo. Learning the most common bartending and distilling terminology is helpful to home bar enthusiasts, professional bartenders and lounge patrons alike.

Health & Safety (11)
The consumption of alcohol is a responsibility not to be taken lightly. Over indulgence can seriously affect your health, judgment and can get you into a lot of trouble. You will have a better time if you always designate a driver when you're out and drink in moderation. If you do over do it read the hangover articles for some tried and true advice.

Cocktail Blogs (25)
A directory to the best blogs online that are all about cocktails, spirits and mixology. Learn what is happening in the cocktail world, what's hot, what's not and what all the buzz is about.

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