Shaken Not Stirred: Who Invented The Cocktail Shaker?
There are three main types of cocktail shaker in use today: the Boston shaker, the French shaker and the cobbler. The invention of these simple devices allowed bartenders to produce cocktails that were much more thoroughly mixed and chilled, not to mention give free rein to their showmanship instincts with a well practised shaking technique. […]
Essential Liqueurs And Mixers For Your Home Bar
Last time, we looked at the essential spirits for your home bar, including gin, rum, vodka, tequila, and whisky. Now let’s take a closer look which liqueurs and mixers you will need to complete your set up. As with the spirits, it’s a good idea to invest in the best quality you can afford, but […]
Essential Spirits For A Well-Stocked Home Bar
Whether you are studying for a mixologist degree or just want to enjoy experimenting with creating delicious cocktails for your family and friends, it’s essential that you have the right ingredients to hand in your home bar. There’s no need to gather a huge range of exotic liqueurs and so on, but investing in some […]
Essential Tools And Ingredients To Kickstart Your Mixology Career
The art of mixology is a fascinating subject to learn about, but sometimes the terminology can be a little daunting. However, there’s no need to invest in a lot of expensive equipment or obscure ingredients to begin your cocktail making journey or mixology course. Here are the basic essential items that you need to know […]
Five Tips To Take Fabulous Photographs Of Your Cocktails
Cocktails are showy little numbers that love the camera and provide the perfect photograph opportunity. After all the hard work that goes into crafting and presenting the perfect cocktail, it seems a shame not to record some evidence of your skill before it disappears sip by sip! Here are some tips for taking fabulous photos […]
4 Essential Tips For Beginner Cocktail Mixologists
The art of mixing the perfect cocktail is a wonderful life skill to have at your disposal. You will always be a popular party host if you can serve up a professionally prepared alcoholic beverage! It’s also a great way to build a career as a bartender, or simply to enjoy learning about the magical […]
A Globetrotter’s Guide To International Cocktail Cultures
It’s the season when many of us are making exciting travel plans, and possibly flying off to a foreign location. Holidays are a time when we are free to discover world cuisines and enjoy the delights that a new country has to offer. A cocktail is the classic holiday drink: an indulgent treat to be […]
5 Fabulous Strawberry Cocktails To Try
We are in the midst of a sizzling summer and that means the strawberry season is extra special this year. Traditionally eaten with cream as a dessert, fresh strawberries also make a delicious cocktail ingredient. They add a touch of sweetness as well as a bright pop of colour to make your drink look as […]
Top Tips To Get A Job In The Bartending Sector
Bartending is a fun and exciting career, with plenty of opportunities to progress to management level if you are ambitious. While it is possible to find work as a bartender with no experience, it certainly helps to arm yourself with some knowledge if you want to maximise your chances and also to enjoy the work […]
Your Guide To Tempting Cocktail Party Appetisers
No cocktail party is complete without some tasty nibbles to complement the drinks and keep hunger pangs at bay. Whether you are having a formal social gathering or just a few friends over for drinks in the garden, you will want to prepare some tempting snacks that your guests can graze on. Here are a […]
