Il Giorno (The Day) Cocktail Recipe
Products You Might Not Know About: Mazzura Aperitif Welcome to Products You Wouldn’t Know AboutA series that shines a spotlight on lesser-known gems. These are drinks that fly under many radars, but offer tons of creativity for bartenders and curious cocktail lovers at home. Mazzura Aperitif is one of those special bottles. Mazzura Aperitif Mazzura […]
A Night out with Maker’s Mark: Launching Star Hill Farm Whisky
A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the launch of a brand-new whisky from Maker’s Mark, hosted at Half Acre in Melbourne. This hidden gem delivered the perfect setting: intimate, warm, and with a team that went above and beyond to look after dietary needs (huge thank you to the crew for […]
The Manhattan Cocktail
A Bold Classic with a Bourbon Twist Welcome back! Today, we’re diving into one of the most iconic drinks in cocktail history — the Manhattan. Simple, elegant, yet complex, this timeless whiskey cocktail is a must-know for bartenders and cocktail lovers alike. The Classic The Manhattan’s origin is hotly debated. Some say it was born […]
Buttered Popcorn Highball
Where Simplicity Hits Different Some of the best drinks come from a single spark of inspiration. Not an obscure root powder or a secret barrel, but a vibe—something familiar, fun, and deeply nostalgic. That’s exactly how this drink came to life: a buttered popcorn whisky liqueur and a sudden craving for a classic movie night. […]
The Ultimate Vegan Amaretto Sour Recipe
Vegan cocktails have never been better, and this Amaretto Sour recipe is proof! 🌿 At Bar Crafts, we’re always inspired by innovative products that marry creativity with sustainability, and our latest discovery has us buzzing: Aquafab. This 100% Australian-made, plant-based egg white replacement is the eco-friendly game-changer your cocktails and kitchen have been waiting for. 🦘 […]
Christmas Highball: The Fizz that Jingles
Ah, it’s that time of year again! Christmas is fast approaching, and with it comes the festive season’s whirlwind of gatherings and celebrations. With this in mind, bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts alike are dusting off their recipe books, hunting for the perfect concoctions to impress guests—or just to sip while enjoying a laid-back summer day […]
Not Your Classic: Whisky Sour
About Bruichladdich In previous collaborations, the focus has been on sustainable brands, products, and practices. Now, another significant player joins that list: Bruichladdich. Located on the west coast of Loch Indaal on the Isle of Islay, Bruichladdich takes its name from the Gaelic word meaning “shore bank.” Since 2020, this renowned distillery has held B […]
Down Under
Jameson Black Barrel Bartender Series Jameson invited bartenders from around the world to showcase their passion for their localities, inspiring the global community with their creativity and mastery of their craft. Here’s what I came up with. About Jameson Black Barrel This triple-distilled Irish Whiskey is aged for up to 16 years in double-charred barrels. […]