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Mixology Basics: Essential Liquors for Your Home Bar

Making your cocktails has a certain fascination, what with the clinking of ice in the shaker, the blending of colors from the various liquors and mixers, and the ultimate satisfaction of savoring…

By Emma Van Zyl May 19, 2023 7 min read

The Influence of Barrel Aging on Liquor

By Emma Van Zyl May 9, 2023 8 min read

The Origins and Development of Barrel Aging Aging alcoholic beverages in barrels is a tradition having roots in the early days of…

Celebrating with Bubbly: A Guide to Sparkling Liquors

By Emma Van Zyl May 2, 2023 7 min read

Creating an Atmosphere Fit for Joyous Occasions The effervescent burst of bubbles, the clinking of crystals, and the popping of a cork…

Demystifying the World of Craft Liquor

By Emma Van Zyl April 30, 2023 6 min read

What Makes a Drink "Craft" and How It's Classified Small-batch, artisanal drinks that emphasize quality, originality, and regionalism are what craft spirits…

The Evolution of Liquor Laws Around the World

By Emma Van Zyl April 27, 2023 9 min read

Ancient Cultures' Use of Alcohol The First Records of Alcoholic Beverages and the Cultural Impact They Had Nearly 10,000 to 12,000 years…

Top Liquor Innovations You Should Know About

By Emma Van Zyl April 25, 2023 7 min read

Nothing stays the same for very long in our profession. The landscape of spirits is constantly evolving, and with it comes a…

Bartender’s Pick: Top 10 Must-Have Liquors for Any Bar

By Emma Van Zyl April 12, 2023 8 min read

Can you imagine: You've just gotten home from a long day at work, and instead of grabbing a can of beer from…

Discover the Origins and Varieties of Fruit Liquors

By Emma Van Zyl April 9, 2023 10 min read

Fruit liquors are a beloved part of the colourful fabric that is the international spirits market. Fruit liquors capture the essence of…

Best Practices for Storing and Preserving Liquor

By Emma Van Zyl April 7, 2023 9 min read

Liquor is a diverse universe unto itself, with a wide variety of tastes, cultural roots, and cultural influences. However, taste alone isn't…

Liquor Tourism: Visiting the World’s Best Distilleries

By Emma Van Zyl March 27, 2023 11 min read

Liquor tourism has developed into its distinct niche in recent years, attracting visitors from all over the world who value history, culture,…