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Ready to push your menu to the next level? Cocktail mastery demands control over all five tastes, and umami is the key to unlocking superior richness. This week, we dive into the advanced techniques required to harness this unique savoury power, giving your bar a...

You don't need an excuse to showcase the versatility of dark beer beyond the pint glass. Stout is far more than just beer; it is a complex liquid component, bringing unique layers of roast, texture, and bitter balance to cocktails that few spirits or syrups can...

Champagne cocktails are often relegated to New Year's Eve or special celebrations, but they deserve a permanent place on any sophisticated menu. These drinks offer a perfect balance of effervescence, bright acidity, and just enough boozy depth. More than just topping...

Halloween is the ultimate excuse to embrace drama behind the bar. It's a holiday built on spectacle, colour, and a touch of theatrical darkness. For bars, this means moving beyond simple thematic names and focusing on drinks that genuinely look eerie, smoky, or...

Few cocktails hold the same weight, or inspire the same reverence, as the Negroni. Born in Florence over a century ago – allegedly when Count Camillo Negroni requested his bartender to swap the soda water in his Americano for a hit of gin – this simple,...

In the pursuit of cocktail perfection, texture and clarity are the ultimate indicators of advanced technique. Nothing exemplifies this more than Milk Punch. This traditional process is experiencing a massive revival, moving from a forgotten 18th-century recipe to a...

Smoke is much more than a trend; it's an advanced ingredient and a powerful piece of aromatic theatre. Moving beyond the novelty, mastering the art of the smoked cocktail means treating that ephemeral cloud as a crucial component of flavour. Smoke offers an...

A velvety, stable foam is the signature of a masterfully crafted sour. It's the crown on your creation – adding texture, aroma, and visual appeal. Achieving this ideal is a matter of chemistry. Perfecting this magical foam is essential for top-tier sours and fizzes....

As the days shorten and a crispness fills the air, the bar scene undergoes a subtle but significant transformation. Out go the vibrant colours of summer berries and tropical fruits, and in come the rich, spiced, and earthy tones of autumn. This shift is an opportunity...

Step right up! In the world of cocktails, sometimes you want sophisticated and nuanced, and other times you want pure, unadulterated fun. Enter the candy floss cocktail. More than a sweet treat, this playful trend is about infusing a sense of childlike wonder, vibrant...