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Profile of Pimento Dram
Pimento dram is an allspice flavored liqueur that makes an appearance in cocktails on occasion and is good to have in a bar stock.
Chambord Liqueur
Chambord is a premium, all-natural black raspberry liqueur produced in the LoireValley, south of Paris, France.
The Importance of Ice and the Best Way to Use Ice in Its Many Forms
Ice is one of the most important ingredients in bartending and one that is used in almost all cocktails. There are four basic types, or forms, of ice (cube, cracked, shaved and block) and each have their uses.
Brandy Basics
Characteristics of the varieties of popular brandy and important information for choosing a bottle of brandy.
Frangelico Liqueur
Frangelico is a popular brand of hazelnut flavored liqueur that is used in many favorite cocktails and comes in a distinct, monk-like bottle that cannot be missed.
Drambuie Liqueur
Drambuie is a popular Scotch whisky based liqueur made with honey, herbs, and spices and an essential ingredient for cocktails such as the Rusty Nail.
Irish Cream Liqueur
Irish cream is a popular liqueur made of Irish whiskey, sugar, and cream. Find cocktails, brands and more information about this liqueur.
St Germain Liqueur
St. Germain is an all-natural elderflower liqueur produced in France released in 2007.
Navan Natural Vanilla Liqueur
Navan is a liqueur with a Cognac base flavored with natural black vanilla from Madagascar.
About the San Antonio Cocktail Conference
The San Antonio Cocktail Conference is an annual celebration of cocktails and bartending. The 4-day event is filled with mixology seminars, parties, and competitions for professional and amateur bartenders.
PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur
PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur is the first true pomegranate-flavored liqueur available. This premium liqueur is a great way to add the sweet, tart flavor of the pomegranate fruit to a variety of cocktails.
Agave Nectar in Cocktails
Agave nectar, or agave syrup, is a sweetener used in food and drinks. It is becoming more popular to use in cocktails as a "healthy" sweetener.
Chartreuse Liqueur
Chartreuse is an herbal liqueur made by the Carthusian monks since 1605. There are two varieties of Chartreuse, green and yellow.
Bärenjäger Honey Liqueur
Bärenjäger is a honey liqueur made in Germany that is based on a mead-like spirit dating back to the 15th century.
Absinthe FAQs and Cocktails
An anise-flavored liqueur that was originally 136 proof and made with the harmful wormwood. This potent liqueur has been outlawed in many countries for years, but is making a comeback. Abisante, Pernod and Herbsaint now replace Absinthe in cocktail recipes.
Bartender Q&A with Chris Milligan
Chris Milligan is currently the head bartender at Santa Fe's Secreto Lounge and has invaluable advice for aspiring bartenders in this interview and, more regularly, in his The Santa Fe Barman blog.
Maraschino Liqueur
Maraschino liqueur is a Marasca cherry flavored cordial that is used in many popular cocktails and is a good distilled spirit to stock in any bar.
Domaine de Canton Liqueur
Domaine de Canton is a ginger liqueur with an eau de vie and Cognac base that is flavored with fresh Vietnamese ginger.
Vodka 101
Learn about what distinguishes vodka from other distilled spirits, how it is made, what infused vodka is, and the many different varieties and popular brands of vodka.
Dessert Flavored Vodkas
One of the latest trends in the vodka market is those that are flavored to taste like desserts and baked goods. These indulgent tasting liquors are interesting and fun to mix into cocktails.
Spirited Gift Baskets for the Cocktail Lover
Give the gift of spirits by creating your own gift basket filled with the ingredients to make your favorite cocktails.
Maraschino Cherries
The maraschino cherry is a common garnish for cocktails and desserts, but do you know how maraschinos are made commercially or the story behind the maraschino? This article will tell you the bare facts about this red garnish and give you links to making your own maraschino cherries.
The Gist of Gin
Characteristics gin, the spirit of the martini and many other great cocktails.
Tequila Time
An introduction to the flavor characteristics, production techniques and varieties of Tequila, the ultimate party spirit that adds it's distinct flavor to Margaritas, Tequila Sunrises and Tequila Shots.
Strega Liqueur
Strega is a yellow Italian liqueur that has been made since 1860 of a variety of herbs and spices, including mint and saffron.