Q: I wanted to know what kind of count you should use for 1/4 oz, 1/8 oz, 3/4 oz
For 1/2 oz. I usually use: one thousand
A: Basic rule of thumb in bartending is a 4 counts = 1 oz.
1 = 1/4 oz.
2 = 1/2 oz.
3 = 3/4 oz.
4 = 1 oz.
6 = 1 1/2 oz.
8 = 2 oz.
More on measurements… Read more
Q: What is Canadian whisky predominately made from?
A: Canadian whisky is made mostly from Corn, similar to Kentucky bourbon. Small amounts of barley and Rye are also added. By law, Canadian Whisky must be barrel ages for at least 3 years.
While most Canadian whiskies are blends, some sigle malts have been poping up as of late. Candians have been making whisky for over 200 years, but it really took off in the US … Read more
Q: What’s the difference in meeting for “drinks” and meeting for “cocktails”? What is the definition of a cocktail anyway?
Thanks,
Tina
A: Well in general meeting for “drinks” or “cocktails” is essentially the same. Both infer that you will be meeting over an alcoholic beverage. The words “drink” and “cocktail” do have different meaning. “Drink” is both a noun and a verb, it refers to all drinks, both with or without alcohol. “Cocktail“, however, … Read more
A bunch of new recipes sent to us by our awesome readers. Try ’em and lets us know what you think.
Magic Cooler
Gatorade
Punch in the Stomach
Humid in H-town
Orange Bomber
Tucson Martini
Dr. Peter Venkman
And our favorite, the One-Cheek Sneak—guaranteed to make you fart. Great for April Fools!
Thanks, everyone. Keep ’em coming!… Read more
They say it is a tropical fruit liqueur made with mangoes, papaya, passion friut and peaches. They sent us a drink recipe, but no bottle. 🙁
At least they have a pretty bottle and pretty girl on their website. If anyone knows how it tastes, let us know.
Ingredients1/4 parts Glamour liqueur
1/8 parts vodka
5/8 parts cider (pear or apple)
8-12 dashes lemon juice
http://www.glamourdrink.com/… Read more
This awesome tool is has over 1600 bars listed in New York City. It is combined with a handy NYC subway, which certainly makes bar hopping easy. Brought to you by the nice folks at New York On Tap.
New York City Bar / Subway Map
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It really is a meal.
Food Porn: Irish Stout Cake with Whiskey-Sour Icing – Slashfood… Read more
10 great tips to ease your post St. Patrick’s Day hangover. Read this before you go out.
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What, no corned beef? Lobster Gram has found GREEN lobster from Australia. I can’t vouch for the taste, but it I am sure it beats cabbage.
Green with Envy Dinner for Two… Read more