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How To Make Bitters
If you want to create your own cocktail bitters, you’ve come to the right place. Spirit enthusiasts are making their own home-made vodkas, gins, and whiskeys, so adding bitters to your DIY list is a perfect progression. Bitters are an incredible ingredient for transcending your mixed drinks since they’re basically spices but for alcohol-infused beverages,…
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The Origins of Your Favorite Spirits
What are the origins of your favorite spirits? Vodka, whiskey, gin, rum, tequila, and brandy make up some of the most popular spirits ever created. These spirits have been celebrated globally and but not everyone knows exactly where they originated. We’ve compiled the most fascinating history linked to the beginnings of these alcohols for spirit…
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How To Infuse Your Own Vodka
Can you infuse vodka with your favorite flavors? The exciting answer is an absolute “YES!” There are plenty of infused spirits on the market, but sometimes they aren’t available at your local store. Fortunately, we have a simple how-to guide on how to infuse vodka with some of your favorite fruits, herbs, and spices. …
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How To Use Bitters And What They Are
What are bitters and how do they improve your mixed drink? You’ve seen bartenders use them, and you know classic drinks like the Old Fashioned and Manhattan require them. But the main questions remain: how do you use bitters and why do they matter? So What Are They? Bitters are typically a dark liquid…
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What is Barrel-Aging and Why Does it Matter?
Everyone has their own feelings about aging but few can deny the fact that it’s a deeply transformative experience. Aging is no different in the spirit world. While each distiller has his or her own systems and philosophies for barrel-aging, each accepts it as an extremely important part of developing the flavors and aromas…
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