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Cocktail Recipes (698)
A collection of cocktail recipes that are sure to please. Featuring martinis, tropicals, champagne cocktails, hot drinks, mocktails and more.

Distilled Spirits (114)
Learn more about the liquors, liqueurs and other spirits required in most cocktail recipes.

Mixology- Tips & Tricks (27)
Explore and learn the fine craft of mixing cocktails using the techniques and tricks of professional bartenders.

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 (8)
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.

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Home Bar (20)
Building plans and a guide to the essentials to create a home bar. The spirits, mixers, garnishes and utensils necessary for the home bartender.

Bars & Lounges (13)
Advice and ettiquette for making the most of a night out at your favorite bar or lounge. Read about hot spots and hot tenders as well as advice on starting your professional bartending career.

Parties & Holidays (35)
Your guide to entertaining. Including tips, advice and ideas for entertaining guests at your next cocktail or holiday party.

History & Culture (16)
A look back at the stories behind the creation and traditions of some of the most popular cocktails and the people who made them as well as the stories and culture as it lives today.

Books, Toasts & Fun (19)
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 Terms (33)
In order to get along in the world of cocktails, one needs to know some of the lingo. Learning the most common bartending terminology is helpful to both the home bar enthusiast and lounge patrons alike.

Health & Safety (9)
The consumption of alcohol is a responsibility not to be taken lightly. Over indulgence can seriously affect your health, judgement 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 (16)
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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