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the perfect gin and tonic - dill, cucumber, black peppercorn, gin, and fever tree mediterranean tonic

Greek Gin and Tonic

You might wonder if a gin and tonic is really a drink worthy of a post from us. But there is more to this cocktail than first meets the eyes. With the emergence of different styles of gin and unique flavored tonics, the refreshing mixture is now evolving into more than just a two ingredient cocktail- it is becoming its own drink category.

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how to make coca cola syrup

Coca Cola Syrup

I’ll be honest – if you don’t like Coca Cola, there isn’t much we can talk about 🙂 Well…this might be a bit strong but I am in fact an absolute Cola fanatic and while I love drinking the soda straight, I have hard time using it in craft cocktails. So instead, I use it in the shape of a syrup.

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whiskey cocktail with frangelico

Hazelnut Bourbon Sour with an Isla Twist

To be honest this cocktail might be the result of my slight obsession with hazelnut – I mean, Nutella and crepes? Hazelnut snickers? And have you tried Frangelico on ice cream yet? Let me stop here, before I get too sidetracked…

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blackberry mint bourbon cocktail

Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail With Minty Lemonade Foam

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smoked pina colada

Smoked Piña Colada

Have you ever found yourself at a bar craving a Piña Colada but we too embarrassed to order one? Yes, calling for a Piña Colada at a bar can draw some serous judgment. The exotic coconut-pineapple concoction has always been somewhat of a vacation cocktail rather than a casual drink. But let’s be honest, most of us would secretively fancy a Piña Colada on a hot day, and why not?

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the best spring cocktails 2017

10 Bar Quality Spring Cocktails

For most bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts, the arrival of spring means it’s time to hit the Farmers Market and get the cocktail testing rolling. With warmer weather bringing forth a bigger and fresher selection of produce, out comes a wave of cocktail aficionados looking to take advantage of spring’s best harvest.

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aperol spritz cocktail recipe

Aperol Spritz

Classic cocktail videos in under a minute

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the best brunch cocktail 2017

New Fashioned Brunch Cocktail

Are you tired of mimosa spin-offs, “pioneer” Bellinis, and “bacon-shrimp” Bloody Marys for brunch? You are not alone! With the weather warming up, leisurely brunches are becoming more of a weekend staple and less of a special occasion; and fizzy morning drinks may just be the reason why.

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spring margarita cocktail

Spring Margarita with Kumquats

We are lucky that in California even December is a legitimate surf month, but we still get excited about the warm spring weather and the promises it brings. Just as everywhere else, it’s the season to get out, be adventurous and celebrate life…with a cocktail of course.

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how to make cocktail foams at home

How to Make Cocktail Foams

When someone hands you a kale-blueberry smoothie that is the color of a mud puddle you barely want to step over, let alone drink, you’d probably turn it down too! Or in his case run away screaming, but that’s beside the point. Smoothie enthusiasts are not alone in their struggle however. The same can happen to the most experienced of bartenders…

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the best wedding bartenders in california

Flair Project in the Wedding Issue of Santa Barbara Life and Style Magazine

The folks of SB Life and Style magazine have decided to once again give Flair Project recognition as one of the best bartering services in the 805 area.

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easy Mint Julep recipe

Mint Julep

Classic cocktail videos in under a minute

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Czech Mate

It’s true, we fell head over heels with the farm-to-drink craze, but let’s be honest while we love our cucumber martinis, their original novelty may have worn off a bit. Not to worry! This recipe will (fingers crossed) return your cucumber martini to its former glory days. “Czech Mate”. The secret ingredient that really sets this drink apart is Becherovka.

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elegant bar tools

Essential Tools

There are so many choice on the market when it comes down to selecting bar tools and no one tool is the right one for all. We know that whether it’s cocktail enthusiasts or professional bartenders, everyone have their own style and they all need bar tools that are made well, are easy to maintain and reasonably prices. Here are some tools that have stood the test of time with us.

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fernet branca cocktail with rum

Mai Tai Nia

In times of artisanal bourbons, herb-infused cocktails, and gold-plated shakers, Tiki drinks are often seen as the “sloppy drunkards that never grew up to party in style.” And yes, their bad rep is not completely unfounded. Most of us have had one (or a few) of these brightly colored and nearly deadly syrupy-sweet tropical delights served in chintzy glassware and adorned with an umbrella pick, and have sworn to stick to wine next time!