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Resources to Assist the Oklahoma Service Industry During COVID-19

Resources to Assist the Oklahoma Service Industry During COVID-19

As we all know, this situation is developing quickly and there is a lot of misinformation and anxiety surrounding the health and economic impacts of COVID-19. Most significantly for Tulsa, the executive order in which Mayor GT Bynum declared a civil emergency, leading to the…

Announcement: Updated Clear Ice Mold Review

Announcement: Updated Clear Ice Mold Review

My review of clear ice molds is consistently one of the most-visited pages on the site, so I do my best to keep it frequently updated with new products. That said, I’ve added 4 new cocktail ice molds to the review. I’m most excited about…

The Agave Cocktail

The Agave Cocktail

I love a good old fashioned riff. The template couldn’t be simpler, and I find it’s a great way to explore flavor combinations. First, select an interesting spirit, and then try the cocktail using different bitters. This riff by Erick Castro (Bartender at Large) may…

The 5 Essential Cachaça Cocktails

The 5 Essential Cachaça Cocktails

If you’re new to cachaça and looking for the essential cocktails to drink while exploring this Brazilian spirit, look no further. These recipes should cover all your cocktail bases: both classic and modern recipes that range from citrusy, to sweet, and, of course, boozy and…

Avuá Cachaça – An Interview with the Co-Founder [Plus Recipes]

Avuá Cachaça – An Interview with the Co-Founder [Plus Recipes]

I recently had the opportunity to chat with the co-founder of Avuá Cachaça, Peter Nevenglosky, about launching the brand and the growth of terroir-driven spirits. We cover everything from the time he unexpectedly met Sasha Petraske, to aging cachaça in an heirloom tapinhoã barrel.  Whether you’re new…

Spirit of Inclusion – A case for Zero-Proof Cocktails

Spirit of Inclusion – A case for Zero-Proof Cocktails

Someone walks into a bar and orders a non-alcoholic drink. Immediately, assumptions begin to fly. Guests assume they’re a teetotaler. Bartenders worry they won’t tip well. Others assume they’re on the wagon, or pregnant. It’s only human to construct these narratives, but there is a problem with them.

Black Friday Deals for Cocktail Enthusiasts

Black Friday Deals for Cocktail Enthusiasts

I normally share some sort of a holiday gift guide, and I still might. In the meantime, here are deals I’ve spotted this week that will appeal to all cocktail enthusiasts, whether you’re buying for yourself or as a gift. Some are live now, and…