Topic: cocktail basics

Insights

What Are Drinks with 100% Alcohol and Should You Try Them?

What you really want to know You’re wondering if any real‑world beverage actually reaches 100 % alcohol and, if it does, whether it’s safe or…

May 25, 2026 · Ale Aficionado · 5 min

Spirits & Liquor

What to Mix Whiskey: Soda Water is Your Best Bet

If you’re wondering what to mix whiskey to enhance it without overwhelming its character, the answer is simple: soda water. It is the most…

May 25, 2026 · Jeffrey Morgenthaler · 4 min

Cocktails & Mixology

The Old Fashioned: What Simple Cocktail Should Every Home Bartender Know How To Make?

If you only learn one cocktail to truly master, make it the Old Fashioned. This classic isn’t just a drink; it’s a foundational lesson…

May 25, 2026 · Ryan Chetiyawardana · 4 min

Spirits & Liquor

What a Bottle of Vodka Cost: Real Prices, Myths & Buying Guide

Answer Right Up Front A standard 750 ml bottle of mid‑range vodka in most Western markets costs between $15 and $25, while premium brands typically…

May 25, 2026 · Madeline Puckette · 4 min

Insights

What Proof Is 40 Alcohol and Why It Matters for Your Drink

Defining the Strength of Your Spirit You are likely looking at a bottle on your shelf, staring at the label, and wondering why the…

May 25, 2026 · Tom Gilbey · 5 min

Cocktails & Mixology

The Old Fashioned: What Simple Cocktail Should Every Home Bartender Know How To Make?

If you only learn one cocktail to truly master, make it the Old Fashioned. This classic isn’t just a drink; it’s a foundational lesson…

Apr 18, 2026 · Louis Pasteur · 4 min

Spirits & Liquor

What to Mix Whiskey: Soda Water is Your Best Bet

If you’re wondering what to mix whiskey to enhance it without overwhelming its character, the answer is simple: soda water. It is the most…

Apr 18, 2026 · Louis Pasteur · 4 min