One time, we were planning a dinner party and realized: Wow, wine is a must-have! And it isn’t just any wine we need, it’s a good bottle of fortified wine that works amazingly. Think about it – You get to cook with fortified wine and get amazing dishes or desserts and enjoy it in a …
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You probably know orange liqueur as the one adding citrusy sweetness to cocktails like sidecars, margaritas, and more. However, this liqueur category is becoming more varied and nuanced so that you can enjoy it straight, too! There are numerous famous orange liqueurs to choose from, with two of the more known ones being Cointreau and …
The Cointreau vs Patron Citronge Debate: Compare These Two! Read More »
The Luxardo Bitter Bianco is one of the more popular herbal liqueurs today, which offers an infusion of aromatic plants, bitter herbs, and citrus fruits. It’s similar to the Luxardo Bitter, but before the blending process, those infusions are distilled, which gives it a transparent color. Not only can you enjoy the Luxardo Bitter Bianco …
Jim Beam and Wild Turkey are the two best-selling bourbon whiskeys in the United States. Comparing Jim Beam vs Wild Turkey is similar to comparing Coca-Cola and Pepsi; they fall under the same category and have somewhat similar flavors, but they have vast differences! Read on to learn more about what makes Jim Beam vs …
Jim Beam vs Wild Turkey: The Differences and Which is Better? Read More »
When you think of drinking alcohol, you will presume that this means hard liqueurs mixed with soda and tonic water, sipping champagne or wine, refreshing, fruity cocktails, or tequila shots. But have you ever heard of coffee and liqueur? This is actually a delicious concoction and a favorite by many, to the point there are …
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For the cocktail connoisseurs or bartenders out there (at home or working in bars, it doesn’t matter), you can’t tell us you haven’t used Orgeat syrup or tasted it in drinks! This is a bar staple that you can find in so many cocktails, offering a nutty flavor to complement the infamous Mai Tai or …
Orgeat vs Almond Syrup – What’s the Difference? Read More »
Just like heading to a restaurant the first time (especially fancy ones), figuring out what to order can get daunting. After all, you want to look like a pro and that you know what you’re ordering. On the other hand, how can you look like that when all the cocktails at the college bar are …
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One of the oldest classic cocktails around is the Old Fashioned. If you have never heard of it, you must have been living under a rock without anyone talking about alcohol! Just kidding. But what we can’t kid about is how elegant and traditional the Old Fashioned is, being a staple in many bars. For …
What Does an Old Fashioned Taste Like? Are Old Fashioneds Good? Read More »
When you’re at the liqueur store, you’re exposed to many different liqueurs, brand names, flavors, and tons of pretty bottles. It can get quite overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what you want to get! Two particular liqueurs people get confused with are the amaro vs amaretto. We totally understand because they sound so much …
Amaro vs Amaretto: The Real Differences You Should Know! Read More »
Whether or not you’re an avid drinker, you probably already know what Jim Beam is! It’s one of the bottles you usually find in people’s well-stocked liqueur cabinets or bar shelves. After all, it’s got a strong kick and goes well with a ton of cocktails, if not drunk on its own. But you’re probably …