Before you start creating and experimenting with cocktails, explore different palates, from citrus to bitter. Explore distilled categories other than those you are used to drinking. Start tasting neat or with a splash of water at room temperature, to understand each aroma and flavour. If you are a liquor or spirits drinker, taste more complex,…
Bartenders have come up with a variety of techniques over the years to accomplish this delicate balancing act of foam-vs-ice, and all remain hotly debated. Some employ the “reverse dry shake,” in which egged ingredients are shaken with ice first then given an iceless dry shake after. Some dry shake but then swirl or stir…
Bringing out the citrusy notes of Johnnie Walker Black Label, the Johnnie & Lemon highball is the perfect cocktail refresher. Topped with a mint garnish and lemon slice, this is an appetising and thirst-quenching cooler – perfect for a spring evening or weekend BBQ. INGREDIENTS 50ML JW BLACK LABEL 150ML LEMONADE 25 ml SUGAR SYRUP…
Prepare for a love affair with fire and spice in a Johnnie & Ginger cocktail. Commonly recognised as “Whiskey Ginger” or “Ginger Highball” they’re all the same refreshing drink. The traditional ginger highball is loved by cocktail lovers and neat whisky drinkers alike. Bringing the spicier notes of the Johnnie Walker blend, the star anise…
It’s already a blast when ladies have quality moments with their “gang-gang” or girl besties. But imagine whipping up the best cocktails for women while dancing and partying the night away. Sounds fantastic, right? Most bars offer a variety of liquors that differ in flavour, aroma, and colour. It’s no wonder that you might have…
If you’re after a cocktail that’s tropical and fruity, a Mai Tai is the one for you. The recipe comprises of four main ingredients – Rum, lime juice, orange liqueur and orgeat syrup (Monin’s Almond Syrup is just fine). You can then play around and add further ingredients including fresh juices and grenadine. The Mai Tai…
Seems almost everyone has got a favourite “To-Drink” beverage when summer arrives. for some, it’s the Pina Colada, while for many others sunny California, classic margarita, and mojito are on their top list. Watermelon Vodka makes up the perfect beach vacation cocktail with friends and most especially an all-girls beach retreat. Some people like to…
Working in the world of hospitality can be lucrative, as some bartenders take home hefty six-figure salaries! Signing up for the most profitable bartending shifts may cost you nights out with friends, It isn’t always glamorous and you never know when a customer will leave you a stingy tip. Like any other industry, you’ve got…
If you are searching for a cocktail that fits perfectly with an evening dinner with your partner, just end your search now! “Naked & falling in Love cocktail” was created especially for lovers to celebrate with, and also leaving a sip of Heaven on their tastebuds. Enjoy a salmon pinky colour, bittersweet, boozy, smoky and…
Apple cider is one of my favourite seasonal drinks and also makes for a tasty cocktail when mixed with a little bourbon and ginger beer. This drink is super refreshing, the ideal fall beverage for a Bonfire with close friends or just staring at the fall of the sun. INGREDIENTS 1 ounces bourbon 2 ounces…
