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How to Use Starch (Aquafaba, Rice & More) in Cocktails
Using starch in cocktails is a simple but innovative technique that can add sweetness, body, texture, and opacity to mixed drinks, resulting in truly unique and delicious creations. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, starch washing is a great way to experiment and expand your cocktail repertoire. Here’s what you need to […]

The Best Spiked Lemonades Using Flavored Vodka & Easy Infusions
If you’re on the lookout for the best spiked lemonades to serve up this season, we’ve got excellent news: The Mixer team has been hard at work finding the finest lemony libations around. Now all you need to do is choose your favorite, dress it up to suit your style, and get ready to be […]

15 Delicious Cocktails to Serve in Your Favorite Coupe Glass
Step into the world of effortless elegance with our selection of easy-sipping coupe glass cocktails. This dainty glass with its signature shallow, saucer-like design is enjoying a moment in the limelight, and we’re loving it. Join us as we explore the allure of coupe glasses and discover which drinks shine brightest in these timeless beauties. […]

The Best Cocktail Cherries to Garnish Your Favorite Cocktail
Get ready to level up your DIY drinks game with the best cocktail cherries. We’ve shaken, stirred, and sipped our way through a lineup of top cocktail cherry brands to find the ultimate garnish for your favorite drinks. From the classics to the hidden gems, we’ll spill the tea on which ones reign supreme. So, […]

The Best Cocktail Bars in Chicago to Try in 2023
The Mixer has ventured into Windy City to find the best cocktail bars in Chicago, and boy what a ride! From the historic charm of Old Town’s classics to the swanky vibes of River North, we’re takin’ you on a boozy tour through the top 23 bars that make this incredible city tick. Whether you’re […]

18 Pumpkin Cocktails to Warm Up this Halloween
Get ready to stir up some spookily good drinks this Halloween – we’ve rounded up a line-up of pumpkin cocktails that will have your taste buds howling with delight! Whether you’re hosting a ghoulish gathering or just craving a potion with a twist, these fall-infused clinkers are sure to carve out a place in your […]

The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a 2023 Rugby World Cup Party at Home
Getting ready to host a Rugby World Cup party or two? So are we! The RWC is more than just a sporting event; it is also a celebration of rugby culture. The tournament is a wonderful showcase of the sport’s traditions and values and is a great opportunity to learn more about the game. Of […]

8 Best Gins for Negroni in 2023
Choosing the best gin for a Negroni can seem like a tall order, we know. Happily, our seasoned team of cocktail professionals is here to guide the way. We take this privilege quite seriously since the time-honored Negroni cocktail has been around for over a century and remains as classy as complex to this day. […]

Negroni Week (2023): The Ultimate Guide
Since its inception in 2013, Negroni Week has transformed from a cocktail celebration with a charitable cause to a global movement for the greater good. It started small with just 120 participating venues, but over the years, hundreds turned into thousands, and now bars and restaurants celebrate the week globally. While the movement has boomed […]

The Complete History of the Negroni
The history of the Negroni stretches back over a hundred years. Its origins are steeped in Italian elegance and one man’s thirst for a bolder, more spirituous cocktail. At its core, it’s just a simple three-ingredient cocktail, but that hasn’t stopped it from crossing continents, changing cocktail culture, and capturing the collective imagination of the […]

21 Negroni Variations for Negroni Week 2023
Negroni Week is finally here, and it’s time to celebrate all things crimson with a plethora of Negroni variations! Since its creation over a century ago, no cocktail has had as much of an impact as the Negroni. The genius of the Negroni lies in its equal-part recipe of Campari, gin, and vermouth. Individual elements […]

12 Different Types of Gin to Know
Ready to embark on a flavorful journey to discover different types of gin? Jump aboard, friend! Cherished by cocktail enthusiasts around the globe, this clear spirit comes in various types, each with its own captivating history and unique taste. From the iconic London dry to the intriguing Japanese gin, we’re sharing everything you need to […]