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Morgenthaler’s Sherry Eggnog: The World’s Best Eggnog Recipe. Period.

November 30, 2023 by Sean Leave a Comment

Jeffrey Morgenthaler is about as close as it gets to a legend in the drinks industry. I take that back, it’s not close. Morgenthaler is a legend in the drinks industry. So much so, he became the topic of a running joke amidst our Top 100 bar travels. Literally 50% of the time when we sit at […]

How to Make a Moscow Mule: The Ultimate Summer Cocktail

November 3, 2023 by Sean Leave a Comment

Moscow Mule cocktail in a copper mug with Reyka vodka and Fever Tree ginger beer.

Now, I’ve never been to Moscow. Aaaaaand I’ve never ridden a mule. Hell, I don’t know that I’ve ever even been around a mule. But I do know a thing or two about Moscow Mules. Wonderful cocktail, weird name. Why do I love this drink so much? Because this is the perfect “in-between drink.” It’s a step up […]

25+ Best Cocktail Gifts Ideas for the 2023 Holiday Season

November 3, 2023 by Sean 4 Comments

best cocktail gifts

Our list of the best cocktail gifts was updated in November 2023 to include all of our favorite gift items for the holiday season. Yep, it’s already that time of year again! The holidays are almost upon us which means shopping season is about to shift into high gear and as usual, you’ll probably struggle […]

Best Cocktail Books in 2023: 16 Must-Have Books

November 3, 2023 by Sean 2 Comments

Best Cocktail Books

This post was updated in November 2023 to add Italy Cocktails. Amongst my friends, it’s safe to say I’ve developed a bit of a reputation as the “cocktail guy.” What can I say, I appreciate a good drink! But over the last few years, my cocktail tastes have evolved beyond the early 20s staples of […]

Two Dozen Tests Confirmed This is The Best Manhattan Cocktail Recipe

November 2, 2023 by Sean 5 Comments

Best Manhattan Cocktail Recipe

A lot of classic cocktails are pretty straight forward. A daiquiri for instance? Is a daiquiri. There are a million variations, but for a straight up, classic daiquiri it’s a simple combination of white rum, lime, and sugar. A negroni? Gin, Campari, Sweet vermouth. Easy. I always thought that was the case with a Manhattan […]

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