Instead of sugary substitutes, zero-proof cocktails are taking center stage, offering a sophisticated alternative to classic alcoholic drinks. While terms like “mocktail” or “virgin cocktail” might still be used, the focus has shifted to careful crafting. These alcohol-free drinks are now designed with the same level of attention to detail as their boozy counterparts, ensuring … Read more
What better way to enjoy the day of love with the love of your life than a few fun and flirty cocktails. How about a ‘Blushing Kiss Martini’, a ‘Velvet Valentine’, a ‘Cherry Bomb’ or a ‘Passionate Embrace’. All great cocktails to enjoy together this Valentines day. But there’s more, so read on to discover … Read more
Whether you have one or two bottles of spirits knocking around the home, or a large collection. The shelf life of those spirits is something to consider if you don’t want them to spoil. So how long do spirits last once opened? Like most things there are variants and other factors to consider. However a … Read more
As a home bar owner, I understand the importance of stocking your home bar with a good selection of liquors. Stocking your bar for the first time can be daunting and get expensive. However having the right spirits on hand can make all the difference. In this article, I’ll set out the 10 best liquors … Read more
As October kicks in, so does the Halloween season. Dressing up, tricks and treats, carved out pumpkins and parties too. But don’t forget those fun and spooky cocktails for the adults at Halloween. If you are hosting a party this year to celebrate Halloween, then you may want to have a little fun and make … Read more
Beer cocktails or beertails are nothing new, we have been mixing other drinks with beer for years. Even mixing two beers like a light and bitter which is half a pint of bitter mixed with half pint of light ale can be classed as a beer cocktail. Two or more drinks mixed together is basically … Read more
The festive season is upon us again and there is always plenty to do. Get togethers and parties will be in full swing. It’s time to stock up the home bar. But what drinks can I serve at my home bar this party season? We can serve traditional Christmas drinks, make simple drinks for an … Read more
There are a lot of myths about the drink known as Snakebite. With a name like that you tend to think it is going to be a lethal drink. But is it really that potent as many believe it is? And do pubs still serve snakebite? Snakebite was a popular drink in the 1980’s in … Read more
When summer hits, it is time to get out into the garden. What better way to enjoy your outside space and the warm days than a garden party. To compliment these warm days in the garden is of course a refreshing cocktail or two. But what are the best garden party cocktail drinks for summer? … Read more
It’s all about the fun factor, a few drinks with friends in a bar and the shots start flowing. This can end up bad enough. But when someone says to you ‘would you drink a bar mat shot’, what are you going to say? My advice is to run and don’t look back. Before I … Read more