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Unmasking Wine Mysteries: How to Identify Wine Faults Before the First Sip wine

Has anyone not that experienced in wine ever wondered why you try a small taste in a restaurant before it’s served? WINE FAULTS! Here you’ll learn all about some common wine problems or...

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Rum Unleashed: Exploring the Intriguing Diversity of Rum Types rum

What is rum made from? Sugar of some sort. Most often, by-products of sugarcane production, such as molasses, or directly from sugarcane juice by a method of fermentation and subsequent...

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Beyond Basics - Ales, Lagers & more: Unveiling Beer's Varied Classifications beer

   

Beer, revered for its diversity, spans a vast spectrum of styles, each with distinct flavors and brewing techniques. From the robust complexity of ales to the crisp refinement of...

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Unveiling the Art of Japanese Sake: A Bartender's Guide to Exploring Japanese Sake Types japanese sake

 

In the realm of mixology, where innovation meets tradition, Japanese sake emerges as an exquisite elixir, captivating both seasoned bartenders and aspiring mixologists alike. Renowned for...

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Decoding Liqueurs & Cordials: Crafting Liquid Elegance

Liqueur. Liquor same thing, right? Well, not really. And then what’s a cordial?

 

Though the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, in some regions of the world cordials are clearly...

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The Elegance Unveiled: The Art and Craft of Cristalino Tequila cocktails

 

 Tequila, a spirited embodiment of Mexico's heritage, comes in diverse expressions, each carrying its own allure. Among these, Cristalino Tequila shines as a beacon of sophistication...

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Gin & Juniper Spirits - There's more than one kind of Gin? alcohol alcohol training bar training bartender cocktails compund gin distilled gin gin london gin mixology old tom gin plymouth gin

Gin is a type of spirit that is made from juniper berries and other botanicals. There are many different types of gin, each with its own unique flavor and characteristics. In this article, we will...

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You're Charging me for Ice!?

“No sir, it’s not for the ice. It’s for the “rock’s pour”. “I know rocks means ice, I’m not stupid! On my receipt it says, Johnnie Walker Black....

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Cigar Flavors, Aromas & You

Cigar Flavors, Aromas & You

 

Here, let’s discuss and list some of the most common flavors found in cigars & their aromas.

 

You might like a certain brand of cigar; but...

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Flavors of Vodka; Way besides Whipped Creamā€¦ alcohol alcohol training bar training bartender mixology vodka

“It might be water, it might be vodka. But it’s worth a shot either way” -

 

Styles & Ingredients do make a difference. Just because it may look like water...

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Whiskey or Whisky? How Do You Spell It?

"Whiskey is liquid sunshine" - George Bernard Shaw

 

For many years, the right terminology has been a subject of arguments between scholars and connoisseurs. In Scotland they call it...

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Easy Cocktail Hacks ā€“ Substitutes for Simple Syrup

Fantastic Substitutes for Simple Syrup in Cocktails

 

Are you a bartender looking to add some variety to your cocktail menu? Or maybe you’re just a home mixologist looking to switch...

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