Upgrade Your Vermouth Game For An Elevated Manhattan, According To A Whiskey Expert
Chris Blatner spoke with Food Republic about upgrading a basic Manhattan cocktail's flavor profile by playing around with different vermouth choices.
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How Ina Garten Makes Her Iconic Cosmopolitan Cocktail For A Crowd
Ina Garten, Queen of the Hamptons, is known for hosting prowess, so it's little surprise that she has the perfect batch cosmo recipe up her sleeve. -
Why Bourbon Doesn't Make The Best Manhattan, According To A Whiskey Expert
A Manhattan is a simple drink with few ingredients, which makes it more important to nail the recipe. According to a whiskey expert, swap bourbon for rye. -
Use A Whip Shake For The Frothiest Cocktails Of Your Life
The whip shake is performed very quickly in a short back-and-forth motion until the ice melts, and the drink achieves its desired frothy texture. -
What Is A 'Dirty Dump' Cocktail?
You may have seen the term dirty dump floating around on social media or overheard it at your local watering hole, but what does it really mean? -
Miso Is The Umami Ingredient Your Spicy Cocktails Need ASAP
There are plenty of ways to amp up the umami factor of savory cocktails, but if you haven't tried adding miso to the mix, you need to for a burst of flavor. -
The Easiest Way To Make Frozen Margaritas Without A Blender
Every now and again, we just need a frozen margarita, okay? But what happens when the blender's busted? Fortunately, you can still make the slushy cocktail. -
5 Unique Whiskey Cocktails To Drink For The Cool Factor
Whiskey is perfect when sipped on its own or on the rocks, but it makes a striking cocktail, too, especially when in these unique and delicious picks. -
Overnight Sangria Adds The Perfect Touch To Valentine's Day
If you want to spice up your Valentine's Day celebration, you may want to get your pitcher of sangria going the night beforehand to let the flavors mingle. -
Break Out Your Frother Tool For The Smoothest Tequila Of Your Life
Yes, it's true: You can use a milk frother to introduce more aeration into your next tequila drink, resulting in a delightfully smooth-tasting spirit. -
The Rules For When To Shake Versus Stir Any Cocktail
Both shaking and stirring a cocktail assist in chilling and diluting a drink, but the act of shaking has a more notable impact on its texture through aeration. -
5 Bitters That Transform Whiskey Cocktails
There are a myriad of ways to make your favorite whiskey cocktails, but one of the best ways to shake things up is using different bitters than in the recipe. -
What Makes A Martini Extra Dirty Or Filthy?
A dirty martini, or a martini with olive juice added, has always been a cult favorite. And if you add enough olive juice, your martini becomes downright filthy. -
Smoked Ice Cubes Are What Your Cocktails Have Been Missing
It might be hard to imagine how smoked ice cubes are prepared and how they taste, but they're actually an easy-to-make shortcut to delicious smoky cocktails. -
How To Pour A Black And Tan For Clean-Cut Layers
This is how to pour a stunning black and tan (or half and half) that has a layer of pale, golden ale on the bottom of your glass with a darker layer on top. -
The Assumption Bartenders Make When You Order Long Island Iced Tea
Bartenders know that traditionally, people have ordered the Long Island Iced Tea for one reason and one reason only: the high alcohol content. -
With Ready To Drink Shrubs, A Revolution-Era Beverage Goes Commercial
Shrubs, a vinegar-fruit based non-alcoholic drink, decidedly not a plant, are the next big thing to hit the niche cocktail and mocktail market. -
The Safest Way To Char Garnishes For Smoky Cocktails
A smoky cocktail brings complexity and excitement -- but you need the right garnish. Here's the safest way to char a garnish to match the drinks you serve. -
Amplify Citrusy Beers With Orange Juice And Never Look Back
Want to jazz up your beer to make your brunch or pool hangout feel more luxurious? Try adding a burst of orange juice to citrus forward beer. -
Two Buck Chuck Tastes Way Better With An Easy Freezer Hack
While it may not technically be two bucks anymore, Two Buck Chuck can be transformed into something great. Just stick the whole thing in the freezer. -
What Is Fluffy Orange Juice And How Does It Taste Different?
We're sure you've heard of all the classic cocktails containing orange juice, but have you heard of fluffy orange juice? This may be your new favorite. -
Whiskey And Champagne Is A Pairing Made In Cocktail Heaven
It might sound like an unexpected pairing, but trust us: Whiskey and champagne can combine to make the most perfectly balanced, delicious cocktails. -
Europa Geology: The Mocktail That Simulates Jupiter's Moon
For a mocktail that's truly out of this world, try the Europa Geology, the winner of a contest launched by the European Space Agency to celebrate JUICE. -
What Is A Flag Garnish For Cocktails?
To make a flag garnish for your next cocktail, you'll need a cocktail pick, a citrus slice cut in half (such as an orange), and a cherry without a pit. -
Flavored Ice Cubes Are Key To Deliciously Complex Frozen Margaritas
A cool and refreshing frozen margarita is always a nice treat, but the key to crafting an even more deliciously complex profile is using flavored ice cubes. -
Why The Brandy Old Fashioned Is Still A Hot Button Issue
An old fashioned cocktail is traditionally made with bourbon, and while some like to stick to the original recipe, a variation using brandy is causing a stir. -
Why Bartenders Roll Their Eyes At Your Gin And Juice Order
The best thing you can do when ordering a gin and juice is to know which gins pair well with which juices, and then tell the bartender exactly what you want.
