Adding smoke to cocktails can be a wonderful thing, but it's easy to overpower the drink with smoke if you don't use the right technique. There are many ways to introduce smoke into the drink that vary in cost, convenience, smokiness, and visual appeal. So let's compare em and see which is the be...
2021-08-26 18:46:36 +0000 UTC View Post
Climate change got you down? If you're looking to drink your sorrows away, you're gonna have to adapt, so let's make frozen versions of classic cocktails that are simple and delicious.
RECIPES & EQUIPMENT: 2021-08-19 23:59:34 +0000 UTC View Post
Olive oil is liquid gold, but it can be hard to incorporate into cocktails. Here I show two delicious techniques including fat washing and egg white emulsification.
RECIPES & EQUIPMENT: 2021-08-13 13:55:00 +0000 UTC View Post
My Indian father-in-law is in town and while he likes my cocktails, he doesn't LOVE them. So here's my attempt to win his heart with some cocktails made with Indian spices.
2021-08-06 03:11:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Grab your linen suit and pastel shirts cuz we're heading to South Beach Miami 1984 and you need a beverage to match the part. This drink is making a bit of a comeback and for good reason, it's DELICIOUS. Of course I had to make a chemist version to keep things interesting and it's wild. &nb...
2021-07-23 14:09:52 +0000 UTC View Post
Malört is a right of passage, a cruel prank, and a liqueur from Chicago that is notoriously bitter. Like, fernet in a bad mood bitter. In this video I try it for the first time and then try it in three cocktails designed by Chicago bartenders.
RECIPES & EQUIPMENT: 2021-07-09 01:12:37 +0000 UTC View Post
It's swizzle season baby! Crushed ice, swizzle sticks, and easy to build in a glass. If you aren't on the swizzle train you're missing out this summer. Here are my 3 favorite recipes that don't require any shaking.
RECIPES & EQUIPMENT: 2021-06-24 19:28:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Thought you'd seen every Simpson's cocktail on this channel? Enter the "lawn mower" from Season 10, Homer's masterful concoction of wheatgrass and vodka that rivals only Skittlebraü for genius two ingredient drinks. As you can expect, it's pretty terrible. But can I make a version that's actuall...
2021-06-18 05:52:16 +0000 UTC View Post
The jungle bird is my current favorite cocktail. It's sweet, funky, a little bitter, and perfect for summer. Here I make the classic version and compare it to a "chemist" variation, in this case a clarified milk punch. Do I stick with the classic or did I just create my new favorite cocktail? &nb...
2021-06-11 04:48:20 +0000 UTC View Post
The equal parts sour cocktail is a delicate balance of citrus, spirits, and liqueurs. Four ingredients, equally measured, shaken and poured into a chilled coupe. But which equal parts cocktail reigns supreme? In this video I compare the Last Word, Paper Plane, Naked & Famous, and the wild car...
2021-06-04 04:53:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Amaro is a category of bitter liqueur often used as a digestif after a meal. These bottles are often herbal, complex, and a great sipper. But what if we threw them into a sour template? Introducing the amaro sour, a cocktail template you need to know.
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2021-05-28 03:47:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Thought you had your last sip of Jägermeister years ago when you were young and foolish? Well think again you distinguished gentleman. The Jägerita is a surprisingly delicious cocktail, but first we explore the history and flavors of this notorious amaro.
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2021-05-21 04:54:56 +0000 UTC View Post
After almost 5 years of running this channel I’m finally tackling this boozy brunch classic, mimosa fans please see yourself out. I’m tackling 3 levels of this soup in a glass, including a mind-blowing Bloody Mary from the culinary wizards over at The Aviary.
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2021-05-06 23:36:05 +0000 UTC View Post
A foam is created when gas is dispersed into a liquid, and if done correctly, it can result in a wonderful mouthfeel. In this video we go beyond shaking with egg whites to create some next level foams, and an amazing hack to make the legendary Ramos Gin Fizz.
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2021-04-22 19:13:56 +0000 UTC View Post
Beer cocktails are a pretty niche category of drink; I’m usually in the mood for a beer or a cocktail but rarely both. These recipes changed my mind.
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2021-04-09 05:15:48 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey folks, as I mentioned in my last video I'm taking a few weeks off to sling bottles with my 9 month old daughter, so here are my improved versions of cocktails from the show Archer:
-Green Russian
-Black Mexican
-Peppermint Patty
I'm back o...
2021-03-25 23:29:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey folks, I'm taking a few weeks off to sling bottles with my 8 month old daughter, so here's a collection of my favorite Simpsons cocktails:
-Forget Me Shot
-My improved Flaming Homer
-Bart's Manhattan
2021-03-12 17:01:55 +0000 UTC View Post
Strawberries are one of my favorite cocktail ingredients, but it can be tough to get the balance right. Here I make 3 delicious strawberry cocktails including an advanced technique from Dave Arnold called the juice shake, timed perfectly right after Valentine’s Day!
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2021-02-25 17:42:34 +0000 UTC View Post
I'm back with another episode of "Protip" where I partner with a professional bartender on tips, hacks, and recipes for the home bartender. This week I'm joined by Brian Bartels of the Settle Down Tavern in Madison, WI to discuss his perfect Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned. I try the sweet, sour, ...
2021-02-12 03:37:07 +0000 UTC View Post
I'm back with another episode of "Protip" where I partner with a professional bartender on tips, hacks, and recipes for the home bartender. This week I'm joined by Jesse Vida of the famous Atlas Bar in Singapore to share the recipe for the amazing Atlas Martini and why he batches his martinis in ...
2021-01-29 04:57:55 +0000 UTC View Post
This week I'm kicking off a new series called Protip where I partner with a professional bartender on tips, hacks, and recipes for the home bartender. A portion of the proceeds from the video go to supporting out-of-work bartenders. I'm kicking it off with Jeffery Morgenthaler, who shares his hom...
2021-01-15 03:44:23 +0000 UTC View Post
New year new you! Hindsight is 2020! 2021 is YOUR year! After we move past all the platitudes and dad jokes we find ourselves in January where many folks start thinking about cutting back on their booze intake. So it's time for a follow-up to my original mocktails video, this time we're making th...
2021-01-01 01:23:35 +0000 UTC View Post
According to the internet, I'm a cringey, hairy-toed, Wisconsin-hating, pretentious gringo. I love you guys, cheers to a better 2021. Make sure to support your local bars and hospitality workers!
2020-12-28 06:19:04 +0000 UTC View Post
It’s nog season and if you’re reading this I’m assuming you’re on team nog. My apologies to the vegans, diabetics, and lactards but we’re going full nog and making 3 versions of nog, ranging from basic to advanced. Ok I’m done saying nog. Go make these.
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2020-12-18 06:00:09 +0000 UTC View Post
Queen's Gambit is a mini-series about an orphaned chess prodigy with a penchant for pills and cocktails, and her poison of choice is a classic martini variation called a Gibson. We'll learn this simple recipe and see if we can punch it up using some advanced techniques.
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2020-12-04 03:21:54 +0000 UTC View Post
Let's discuss some professional techniques for assessing the flavor and character of your whiskey, whether it's a $12 bottle of corn whiskey or a $500 rye aged 17 years. I also discuss the proper glass to use and the science behind why it works best.
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2020-11-20 01:39:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Pumpkin spice all the things! Yeah it might be basic, but my homemade pumpkin spice syrup is delicious and makes for some amazing fall cocktails. Here we learn what the hell pumpkin spice is, how to make the syrup, and 3 tasty cocktail recipes to put it to good use. Pairs well with flannel and a ...
2020-11-06 04:33:26 +0000 UTC View Post
The Espresso Martini is a cocktail that comes with a tagline: the drink that will wake you up and f*ck you up. But made correctly, this can be a complex and delicious drink with an incredible texture and just the right amount of sweetness. In this video I discuss my preferred ingredients for this...
2020-10-23 06:09:12 +0000 UTC View Post
