Mixology News

At Ligaw in New York City, precision meets passion behind the bar—where Barfly Mixology Gear truly shines.

Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer invites Chilled Ambassadors to create cocktails using its expertly crafted bar tools, designed for both precision and performance. Trusted by professionals nationwide, Barfly’s high-quality tools—from shakers and strainers to jiggers and bar spoons—are designed to keep up with the busiest bars and most selective bartenders. Known for a sleek design and superior craftsmanship, Barfly has earned a loyal following among bartenders who are passionate about their craft.

See Ginn Choe create a one-of-a-kind cocktail using Barfly Mixology Gear behind the stick at Ligaw, a cocktail bar on Ludlow Street in NYC.

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There’s no question—Ready-to-Drink (RTD) cocktails are all the rage right now.

In fact, the global RTD cocktails market is estimated to reach $3.25 billion in 2025, with a blockbuster 15.6% compound annual growth rate projected through 2032. This week, the CHILLED team sat down with Amit Singh and Marcin Malyszko, the founders of Mission Craft Cocktails, a brand crafting bar-strength classics from locally sourced Southern California ingredients, all while giving back to fight food insecurity.

Living up to its mission to “Pour It Forward,” the brand recently pledged $150,000 to Feeding America®, providing 1.5 million meals through the organization’s nationwide network. The commitment to impact hasn’t gone unnoticed; Singh and Malyszko were recently named finalists for Ernst & Young LLP’s Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Pacific Southwest Region.

Tell us a bit about yourselves and the brand, Mission Craft Cocktails. Were you in other industries prior to becoming beverage industry entrepreneurs?

Amit spent three decades as a toy inventor, while Marcin built his career in early-stage software startups. Together, we’ve brought that creativity and entrepreneurial spirit into the world of craft cocktails. Not coming from the spirits industry has been one of our secrets to success. It’s allowed us to approach both our drinks and our business with a fresh set of eyes.

What inspired you to create Mission Craft Cocktails and how does your “Pour It Forward” mission tie into the brand’s identity?

We first met at a local charity food drive, and that experience shaped our vision from day one. We wanted to build a company that combined our passion for cocktails with a mission to give back. That’s why 5% of all sales goes directly to food banks. Since our 2023 launch, we’ve donated more than $200,000, funding over 600,000 meals.

The Jalapeño Pineapple Margarita was named Wine Enthusiast’s “Drink of the Summer.” What makes this cocktail such a standout?

It’s a vibrant balance of flavors: tequila infused with fresh jalapeño, ripe pineapple, real lime juice, and handmade orange liqueur. It’s bold yet approachable, which is why it resonates with so many people.

How do you ensure that classics like the Old Fashioned, Manhattan, and Espresso Martini taste as balanced and complex as a bartender-made version?

We use the same quality ingredients you’d find at a top cocktail bar: aged bourbon and rye, real Angostura bitters, handmade semi-sweet vermouth, and premium Central American cold brew. Using real ingredients and craftsmanship ensures every pour is cocktail-bar quality.

You use fresh, locally sourced Southern California ingredients. How does that influence the flavor profile and quality of the cocktails?

Being based in Southern California gives us direct access to incredible fresh fruit and ingredients. This local sourcing enhances flavor, creating the kind of freshness and depth people expect from a handcrafted cocktail. It also allows us to support local businesses and keep the lead times from farm to bottle at an absolute minimum.

Which cocktail in your lineup has been the biggest surprise in terms of popularity or customer demand?

Our Mai Tai, actually! Winning Double Gold three years in a row at the San Francisco International Wine & Spirits Competition (2023, 2024, and 2025) has been incredible, but what means even more is hearing Hawaiian natives say it’s one of the best Mai Tais they’ve ever had (even compared to their favorite local spots). That’s been one of our proudest moments.

What’s the best way to enjoy Mission Craft Cocktails at home? Do you recommend serving them straight, over ice, and dressed up with garnishes?

All of our drinks are best enjoyed over ice (shaken with ice in the case of the Espresso Martini), but if you want fancy, you can garnish just like you would get it at your favorite bar. We prefer to keep it simple, since we are all about making complex cocktails convenient!

• Margarita & Jalapeño Pineapple Margarita: over ice with a thinly sliced Jalapeno ring
• Mai Tai: over pebble ice with a pineapple wedge
• Espresso Martini: shaken with ice, for a rich foam crema, with three coffee beans
• Cosmopolitan: over ice or shaken with a lime twist
• Old Fashioned: over a large ice cube, twist of orange peel
• Manhattan: over a large ice cube, Luxardo cherry

We heard you recently collaborated with leading brands like Lamborghini, for example, during Monterey Car Week. How did that partnership come about and why are events like that important for the brand?

We approached Lamborghini with the idea of elevating their guest experience by serving premium cocktails with speed and consistency. We delivered seven handcrafted cocktails for the event. Collaborations, like this one, showcase how Mission Craft Cocktails can bring bar-made taste, consistency and speed to high-profile occasions.

Beyond cocktails, you recently pledged $150,000 to Feeding America! What does this social impact mean to you as entrepreneurs?

Impact is what drives us. We measure success by meals funded and not just revenue. By the end of this year, we’ll have provided over one million meals to those in need. Our hope is to inspire other businesses to make giving back part of their DNA.

Looking ahead, what’s next for Mission Craft Cocktails? Any new flavors or exciting collaborations we should look out for?

We’re set to launch three new cocktails in Q1 2026 and we also have some game-changing announcements coming throughout the year and into 2027! We can’t wait to share them.

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As summer winds down, Gran Coramino is capturing that golden-hour glow in a cocktail that feels as effortless as it is elevated.

The Golden Hour Cocktail stars Gran Coramino Reposado Tequila, Aperitivo, sparkling wine, and a splash of sparkling water—an elevated twist on the classic spritz that’s taking over social media and rooftop bars alike. It’s the perfect toast to your grind, timed for that magical moment between accomplishment and relaxation. And true to the brand’s mantra, “Hard Work Tastes Different,” this vibrant, refreshing sip is made for savoring the season’s final sunsets.

Photo by Michael Arinze

Sparkling Wine, Tequila

Golden Hour

Ingredients

• 1 oz. Gran Coramino Reposado Tequila
• 2 oz. Faccia Bruto Aperitivo
• 3 oz. Sparkling Wine
• 1 oz. Sparkling Water
• Garnish: Orange Peel

Preparation

1. Fill wine glass with ice.
2. Add Aperitivo, sparkling wine and sparkling water. Mix gently.
3. Top with a shot of Gran Coramino Reposado.
4. Garnish with orange twist.

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Goldfish birthday parties. Backyard weddings. Moving day pizza. Lipton Hard Iced Tea says: If it’s worth texting the group chat about, it’s worth tailgating.

This September, Lipton Hard Iced Tea is celebrating National Tailgate Day (September 6) with the launch of “Tailgate Anything” — a playful campaign spotlighting life’s unexpected, delightfully random moments that deserve an ice-cold Hard Tea and a folding chair.

“We wanted to celebrate the kinds of moments people don’t usually tailgate —but absolutely should,” said Lisa Texido, brand director at Lipton Hard Iced Tea.

“Tailgating is a mindset, and we’re inviting everyone to bring that energy to life’s most ridiculous and relatable events.”

Here’s what to expect

The Tailgate Anything Sweepstakes:

Starting on National Tailgate Day, fans can head to Instagram and comment on Lipton Hard Iced Tea’s post with the moment they think deserves a tailgate — whether it’s your dog’s bark mitzvah or your goldfish’s first birthday. One lucky winner will score a fully decked-out Lipton Hard Iced Tea tailgate, complete with $1,000 cash and exclusive tailgate swag.

Pop-Up Sampling Across the U.S.:

All month long, Lipton Hard Iced Tea will be hitting the road with inflatable tailgate vans, serving up free samples and Instagram-worthy moments at stops nationwide.

The V.I.Pee Experience — Buffalo, NY (September 7):

Located just outside the iconic Buffalo football stadium at one of the top private tailgate lots in the country — Lipton Hard Iced Tea will offer fans exclusive access to the V.I.Pee: a luxury restroom experience for anyone celebrating National Tailgate Weekend at the Buffalo home opener. Bathroom bouncers, stanchions, and hard tea? Say less.

Lipton Hard Iced Tea is available in five refreshing flavors — Lemon, Peach, Strawberry, Half & Half, and Citrus Green Tea — in 12 oz and 24 oz formats.

For more information, visit www.liptonhardtea.com

Stay connected with Lipton Hard Iced Tea on Instagram: @liptonhardtea

 

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About Lipton Hard Iced Tea

Lipton Hard Iced Tea is a 5% ABV, non-carbonated alcoholic beverage, made with real Lipton brewed tea, natural flavors and our premium, triple-filtered malt base. Lipton Hard Iced Tea is smooth, refreshing and seriously delicious. Try it in five 5% ABV, just-sweet-enough flavors: Lemon, Peach, Strawberry, Half & Half and Citrus Green Tea.

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Monin Americas, a global leader in premium flavor solutions, has launched monin.mx, a new direct-to-consumer website serving Mexico—one of the fastest-growing e-commerce markets in the world.

The platform marks Monin’s first dedicated DTC site in Central or South America and builds on the brand’s extensive operator network across Latin America.

Monin previously debuted monin.lat in 2019 as a regional online catalog and informational hub, connecting consumers and operators to local authorized distributors. Since then, consumer demand for a direct-to-consumer option in Latin America has continued to grow.

The launch of Monin.mx is led by Beatriz Varona, a seasoned digital marketer overseeing Monin’s e-commerce expansion throughout Central and South America.

“After years of extensive planning and market analysis, we are elated to finally offer direct access to Monin products for our fans in Mexico,” said Beatriz Varona, E-Commerce Marketing Manager.

“Developing a strong online presence in Latin America over the last 7 years has helped Monin build a community of regional consumers who are invested in our product and seeking out a direct shopping experience. Now, monin.mx offers a platform for those consumers in Mexico to seamlessly browse our product collections and order the flavors they have waited years to try.”

Consumers in Latin America have enjoyed access to Monin flavors for nearly a decade through a structured network of foodservice, coffee, liquor, and bakery distributors. These partnerships have helped the brand meet product demand, expand its reach, and inspire new flavor development. While continuing to prioritize and grow those relationships, Monin is now opening a new channel for consumers in Mexico—a market that leads Latin America in e-commerce growth.

Monin.mx allows the brand to meet rising consumer demand for a direct, localized way to shop Monin flavors online, while developing deeper connections with those consumers through a site fully tailored to their market and culture. Monin.mx will offer a wide selection of premium syrups, sugar-free syrups, gourmet sauces, cocktail mixers, sweeteners, purées, tea concentrates, pumps, and more.

Following the launch, the company will continue to expand its online catalog in Central America by introducing new flavors and products, providing customers with access to a rich, inspiring, and ever-expanding world of taste experiences.

About Monin Gourmet Flavorings

Founded in 1912 in Bourges, France, and family-owned and operated for three generations, Monin is the premier provider of flavoring products for creating specialty beverages and elevated culinary solutions. With manufacturing facilities on three continents and product availability in more than 150 countries, Monin is recognized as the leading global flavor solution provider. For more information, visit monin.com.

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Autumn is on its way like a pumpkin spice-fueled train filled with Halloween candy and crunchy, multi-colored leaves.

While there are reasons to be sad about the end of summer and its seemingly endless, sunny, hot days, fall has its perks, too. One of our favorites is the seasonal release of the autumn staple: pumpkin beer.

For those unaware, a pumpkin beer is exactly as the name suggests. This fall seasonal beer is brewed with pumpkin flavor, real pumpkins, or pumpkin puree, as well as autumn spices and flavors like cinnamon, allspice, ginger, clove, vanilla, and more.

Now that you have a little background on pumpkin beers, it’s time to find some to add to your fall beer rotation. Keep scrolling to see ten of our favorite, balanced, flavorful pumpkin beers to drink until the snow begins to fall (and beyond).

Schlafly Pumpkin Ale

This 8% ABV pumpkin ale was crafted to taste just like a slice of pumpkin pie in beer form from being brewed with real pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove.

Elysian Punkuccino

Fans of coffee and pumpkin ales eagerly await Elysian Punkuccino with its mix of Pale, brown, biscuit, C-77 Crystal, chocolate, and kiln-coffee malts. It gets its seasonal flavor from the addition of cinnamon, nutmeg, and lots of real pumpkin.

New Holland Ichabod

Named for the main character from ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,’ New Holland Ichabod is brewed with malted barley and real pumpkin with cinnamon and nutmeg.

Southern Tier Pumpking

One of the most popular pumpkin beers ever brewed, Southern Tier Pumpking is an 8.6% ABV imperial pumpkin ale featuring notes of cinnamon, clove, pumpkin, pie crust, and toasted vanilla beans.

New Belgium Voodoo Ranger Atomic Pumpkin

If you’re looking for a little spice this fall, look no further than Voodoo Ranger Atomic Pumpkin. This seasonal favorite features pumpkin, cinnamon, and habanero chili peppers.

Dogfish Head Punkin’ Ale

A favorite since 1994, Dogfish Head Punkin’ Ale is the subtle, seasonal brew eagerly awaited each fall. This balanced, memorable brown ale is brewed with brown sugar and pumpkin.

Two Roads Roadsmary’s Baby

Named for the popular horror film ‘Rosemary’s Baby’, this fall staple begins as a pumpkin ale that’s flavored with fall spices. It’s elevated by being aged in rum barrels.

Samuel Adams Jack-O

You can’t go wrong with a classic Samuel Adams Jack-O. Brewed with real pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a healthy does of citrus flavor, this is one of the better balanced pumpkin ales on the market.

Cigar City Good Gourd

After you’re done with Cigar City Jai Alai for the fall, grab a sixer of imperial pumpkin ale Cigar City Good Gourd with its mix of pumpkin cinnamon, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla.

Saint Arnold Pumpkinator

First brewed in 2009, Saint Arnold Pumpkinator is a 10.3% ABV imperial pumpkin stout known for its mix of sweet pumpkin, brown sugar, molasses, and fall baking spices.

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Just in time for college football season, La Pulga Tequila—founded by three Fort Worth entrepreneurs—has unveiled its 2025 Horned Frogs-themed bottle, celebrating its partnership as the “Official Tequila of the Horned Frogs” with TCU Athletics.

A portion of proceeds will benefit Assist the Officer, a nonprofit supporting the Fort Worth Police Department.

The limited-edition release of La Pulga’s Blanco Tequila features a bold black label inspired by TCU’s blackout game uniform. True to La Pulga’s artistic style, the bottle is adorned with an alebrije—a Mexican folk-art image believed to carry protective powers. For this edition, it takes the form of TCU’s iconic Horned Frog, outlined in purple with striking red eyes.

The 2025 bottle also debuts La Pulga’s first non-metallic medallion, a sleek black design matching the label, making it a likely collector’s item. It will be available in late August at select Dallas-Fort Worth retailers, while supplies last.

“Last year’s Horned Frogs bottle sold out within days – and at some stores within hours – as many Horned Frogs fans purchased two bottles, one to drink and one to collect! So, back by popular demand, we’re thrilled to introduce the 2025 Horned Frogs edition La Pulga bottle,” says Andrew De La Torre, one of La Pulga’s founders and a proud TCU alum.

“Horned Frogs football is the pride of our hometown of Fort Worth, especially the drama, excitement, and fun that fans experience during ‘blackout’ home games where the entire stadium dresses in black – including the players on the field. That spirited tradition was the inspiration for the eye-catching label on this year’s commemorative Horned Frogs La Pulga bottle.”

La Pulga’s TCU partnership also includes a presence at Amon G. Carter Stadium clubs and suites during football season, and the Stuart Family Courtside Club at Schollmaier Arena for basketball games.

Crafted from 100% Blue Weber Agave with zero additives, La Pulga is named after the historic “Pulga” outdoor market on University Drive, one of the oldest open-air flea markets in the U.S. The brand was founded by De La Torre, Sarah Castillo (Taco Heads, Tinies Mexican Cuisine, Sidesaddle Saloon), and Stephen Slaughter.

La Pulga’s portfolio includes Blanco, 110 High Proof Blanco, Reposado, 110 High Proof Reposado, and Añejo tequilas, along with La Pulga Mezcal and La Pulga Sotol. Distributed by RNDC, the lineup is available across Texas and in several major U.S. markets.

For more information about La Pulga, please visit www.lapulga.com or follow us on Instagram @lapulgaspirits.

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Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: what happens when your body gives out before your spirit does?

In hospitality, we’re on our feet for hours, lifting cases, dodging drunk customers—our bodies are literally our paycheck.

But here’s the kicker: most of us have zero backup plan for when we can’t work. No traditional benefits doesn’t mean no options. It just means you’ve got to be smarter about protecting yourself.

Your Emergency Fund Is Hiding in Plain Sight

Think about last Saturday night. You went out after your shift, bought three rounds for the crew, tipped your bartender friend $20 on a $15 tab, and grabbed late-night food. Sound familiar? Here’s the math: Say you do this twice a week, spending $80 each time. That’s $160 weekly, or about $8,300 a year. Cut that in half—go out once instead of twice, tip 20% instead of 50%—and boom, you’ve got $4,150 for emergencies.

I’m not saying become a hermit, but future-you might appreciate having rent money when you’re nursing a bad back instead of another hangover.

Get Basic Coverage Through the Marketplace

No employer benefits? The Health Insurance Marketplace isn’t just for health insurance anymore. You can find basic life and disability coverage that won’t break the bank. Disability insurance replaces your income if you can’t work due to injury or illness. Even a basic policy that covers 60% of your income beats zero when you’re laid up for months. Life insurance isn’t just for parents—it can cover your debts and final expenses so your family isn’t stuck with the bill.

Simple Policies, Big Protection

You don’t need corporate benefits to get covered. Independent agents can set you up with simple term life insurance or basic disability coverage. Shop around, compare rates, and pick something you can actually afford to keep.

Remember: the best insurance policy is the one you’ll actually pay for consistently.

The Reality Check

Your coworkers might think insurance is boring, but you know what’s really boring? Being broke because you thought nothing bad would happen.

You spend money protecting your car, your phone, your apartment—why not protect the thing that pays for all of it? Your ability to work is your most valuable asset. Don’t wait until you’re hurt to realize you needed protection yesterday.

The Savvy Bartender

Turn your craft into career growth and a secure financial future with Jonathan Turner, our expert bartender in savings, side hustles, and smart strategies to help you plan your next pour.

Jonathan Turner spent over 20 years mastering the hospitality industry from the ground up. From washing dishes in the back to leading operations as GM and Food & Beverage Director, he’s experienced every level of the business. After building a successful career in hospitality, Jonathan made a strategic transition into financial services as an Independent Life Insurance Agent and hospitality consultant, discovering that his relationship-building and problem-solving skills translated perfectly into helping others build financial security.

Now Jonathan uses his insider knowledge to help hospitality workers overcome the unique financial challenges of irregular income, lack of traditional benefits, and industry lifestyle demands. His mission is simple: show hospitality workers that they don’t need corporate benefits or a 9-to-5 job to build real wealth. Having walked every step of the hospitality path himself, he speaks the language, understands the challenges, and knows exactly what it takes to build lasting financial freedom. He’s not your typical financial advisor—he’s someone who’s been where you are and successfully built the financial life you want

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Acronimo Sotol is helping reintroduce this distinct Northern Mexican spirit to a new wave of cocktail lovers.

Made from the wild-harvested desert spoon plant, sotol offers a flavor that’s earthy, herbal, and endlessly versatile. It’s perfect for building drinks that balance fire, fruit, and freshness. In this roundup, Acronimo shows off its range: from the chile-kissed Spicy Sotolita to tropical sippers like the Kalinca Nawa and elegant twists on classics like the Chihuahua Negroni. Each cocktail highlights a different side of sotol’s unique character, proving Acronimo isn’t just a substitute for agave spirits but a category all its own.

Liqueur, Sotol

Spicy Sotolita

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 oz. Cointreau
• 1 oz. Chiltepin Syrup* (can substitute Ancho Reyes Liqueur)
• 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
• Ice cubes
• Chile Pasado Salt, for rim
• Slice of Lime and dried Chipotle (for garnish)

Preparation

1. Rim glass with lime juice and salt (optional).
2. Fill with ice.
3. In a shaker, combine Sotol, Cointreau, Chiltepin Syrup, lime juice, and ice.
4. Shake well.
5. Strain into glass over ice.
6. Add lime wheel and dried chipotle.

*Chiltepin Syrup

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Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar with 1 Tbsp crushed chiltepin peppers

Preparation

1. Boil ingredients.
2. Simmer 5 minutes, strain, and cool.

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Sotol

Kalinca Nawa

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• ½ oz. Mango Pulp
• ½ oz. Passion fruit Pulp
• 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
• ½ oz. Ginger Syrup
• Ice cubes
• Dried Chilli Mango and Rosemary (for garnish)

Preparation

1. In a shaker, combine Sotol, mango pulp, passion fruit syrup, lime juice, ginger syrup, and ice cubes.
2. Shake well.
3. Strain into a glass filled with ice.
4. (Optional) Garnish with a slice of lime or a piece of fresh or dried mango.

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Sotol

Sotopiña

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 oz. Giffard Creme De Fruit De La Passion
• 1 ½ oz. Pineapple Juice
• 1 oz. Lime Juice
• ½ oz. Simple Syrup

Preparation

1. In a shaker, combine Sotol, passion fruit crème, pineapple juice, lime juice, syrup, and ice cubes.
2. Shake well.
3. Strain into a coupe or martini glass.
4. (Optional) Garnish with a slice of pineapple or pineapple leaf.

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Sotol

Ranch Mojito

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• 30g Quince paste (can substitute Apricot Jam)
• 10 Mint leaves
• 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
• Club Soda, to top
• Ice cubes

Preparation

1. Take a highball glass and add the fresh mint leaves and quince paste to the bottom of the glass. Gently muddle the mint leaves and quince paste together using a muddler or the back of a spoon. This helps release the mint's essential oils and blends the quince paste with the mint.
2. Pour in the fresh lime juice and continue to muddle until the quince paste is well mixed and dissolved.
3. Fill the glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes and pour the Sotol over.
4. Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Fill the rest of the glass with club soda.
6. Stir gently to combine.
7. Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.

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Liqueur, Sotol

Spicy Manzanita

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 oz. St Germain (Elderflower Liqueur)
• 2 oz. Apple Jam
• ½ oz. Chipotle Paste
• 1 oz. Simple Syrup
• 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
• Dry Chipotle, Tajín Rim

Preparation

1. Rim cocktail glass with lime juice and dip it in Tajín to coat the rim. Set aside.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Sotol, St Germain, apple jam, chipotle paste, syrup, and lime juice.
3. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
4. Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass.
5. Garnish with a piece of dry chipotle on the rim or floating on top of the cocktail.

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Sotol, Vermouth

Chihuahua Negroni

Ingredients

• 1 oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 oz. Campari
• 1 oz. Vermouth Rosso
• ½ oz. Chipotle Paste
• Orange Peel (for garnish)

Preparation

1. Fill an old-fashioned or rocks glass with ice cubes to chill it.
2. In a mixing glass, combine the Sotol, Campari, and sweet vermouth.
3. Add ice cubes to the mixing glass and stir gently for about 20-30 seconds until well chilled.
4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the ice cubes.
5. Twist the orange peel over the drink to release its oils, then drop it into the glass.

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Sotol

Ay Carajillo

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 ½ oz. Apple Syrup
• 2 oz. Espresso (freshly brewed)
• 1 oz. Evaporated Milk
• Cinnamon Stick (for garnish)
• Ice Cubes (optional)

Preparation

1. Brew 2 oz. of fresh espresso and set aside to cool.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Sotol, apple syrup, espresso, and evaporated milk.
3. Add ice cubes to the shaker if you prefer your Carajillo chilled.
4. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
5. Strain the mixture into a glass.
6. You can serve it over ice cubes if you want it cold, or without ice if you prefer it warm.
7. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

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Liqueur, Sotol

Primor

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• ½ oz. Ancho Reyes
• ½ oz. Simple Syrup
• 1 ½ oz. Hibiscus Infusion
• 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
• Ice cubes
• Dry Hibiscus Flowers (for garnish)
• Tajín, for rim

Preparation

1. Rim your cocktail glass with lime juice and dip it in Tajin to coat the rim. Set aside.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Sotol, Ancho Reyes, syrup, hibiscus infusion, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
3. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
4. Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass filled with ice cubes.
5. Garnish with dry hibiscus flowers on top of the cocktail.

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Sotol

Jamaiquina

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 oz. Hibiscus Syrup
• ¾ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
• Lemon Peel (for garnish)
• Hibiscus Salt
• Ice Cubes

Preparation

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the Sotol, hibiscus syrup, and fresh lime juice to the shaker, shake well until chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass.
4. Garnish with a lemon twist on the rim of the glass.

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Liqueur, Sotol

Mango Tango

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 ½ oz. Clarified Mango
• 1⁄2 oz. Ancho Reyes
• Cilantro (for garnish)

Preparation

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and shake.
3. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice and pour shaker content into glass.
4. Garnish with cilantro.

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Sotol

Tamarindo Lindo

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Sotol Blanco
• 1 oz. Tamarind Syrup
• ½ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
• Soda Water
• Tajín
• Ice Cubes
• Lemon Wedge (for garnish)

Preparation

1. Fill a shaker with ice and combine all the ingredients.
2. Shake well for about 10-15 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into an old-fashioned glass that has been rimmed with Tajín.
4. Add ice to the glass, followed by a splash of soda water.
5. Garnish with a lemon wedge.

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I see the city of Amsterdam rising up out of the ground before me, the city coming to life before my very eyes.

No, I didn’t take a walk to the Red Light district before this, and no, I’m not on any number of mind-altering drugs the area famously offers.

I’m actually watching a projection in a cavernous room inside the city’s Heineken Experience, an interactive museum and brewery that the homegrown beer brand opened up in what was its very first headquarters. If you can picture in your mind a sort-of Disney World for beer lovers, that’s exactly what this is like. Along the way, I’ve learned about the hops, barley and malt that make up the beloved beer which was born in this very city in this very building in 1867.

I’ve never been to Amsterdam, and before arriving, my only knowledge of the European metropolis consisted of the fact that it was once the home of Vincent Van Gogh. I also knew about the picturesque canals that run through the city, alongside the infamous aforementioned Red Light District. So, when I arrive at the sleek Schiphol Airport and make my way to the center of the city, my eyes are wide open even though I just flew in on a red eye flight from the States.

As I travel around, it’s clear that Heineken rules this city. Its distinctive green logo emblazoned with a red star is absolutely everywhere (that star stemmed from a long-ago beer competition the beer company once won, by the way). Another fun fact: if you look closely, the middle “e” on the label is slightly eschewed, and I learn it’s called a “smiling e.” But even the swank hotel I’m staying in, the Hotel D’Leurope, is run by the Heineken family. Needless to say, in Amsterdam, ice cold Heinekens are a staple at every bar. Sometimes, one could say they’re even Hiding in Plain Sight, the name of one of the city’s most popular watering holes. In addition to beer, Amsterdam also prides itself on Jenever liquor (a local specialty), as well as Ketel One, which is actually from Holland, the Netherland’s next-door neighbor. Close enough! I’m thirsty enough to try them all.

I grab a Stroopwafel (a local snack that costs of a thin, pressed waffle-like cookie sandwiched around a layer of luscious caramel) and make my way to the aforementioned Heineken Experience, which is a fast for the tastebuds, as well as eyes (the aforementioned city-growing theatrical experience) and ears (thanks to the bumpin’ music heard on the rooftop). Speaking of the roof, up there lies the unique bar, Heineken Studio. It’s an experimental hub with cityscape views which boast frosty glasses of the beer (and its non-alcoholic counterpart, Heineken 0.0).

They also boast innovations, which are thought up at the beer company’s newly renovated headquarters and factory about 45 minutes away. When I visited the Studio bar, I was offered a bespoke anise-flavored foam to top my beer glass. The creaminess, the unique taste, which reminds me of Sambuca, nicely matches the beer and the whole shebang reminds one of a foamy shandy.

From the roof, I look out onto the city and take stock of everything on my to-do list. That includes visits to the Van Gogh Museum and to the Anne Frank House, two of the city’s most popular destinations. The city itself is in a celebratory mood this year, considering it’s celebrating its 750th anniversary. Incredible, as it doesn’t look a day over 600!

One night, I make my way up a long staircase to the top floor of Jansz, which bills itself as a modern Dutch restaurant and serves favorites like duck pâté, sourdough bread, and a juicy chicken breast drizzled with a truffle jus. I order cocktails and first, we’re told of a strict no-cocktail rule for upstairs. But after some pleading, the Ketel One dirty martinis start coming fast and furious, the cool brininess pairs nicely with the fancy Dutch food. By the end of the night, I make my way back to the D’Leurope and grab a seat at the hotel’s beloved Freddy’s Bar, the acclaimed watering hole which is aptly named after Fred Heineken. It was his grandfather, Gerard, who founded the beer company. Freddy’s is also known for Kopstootje, which is essentially a regional boilermaker. But under the low lights of the warm bar, I order another Heineken and make my way to my room.

Aside from the Van Gogh Museum itself, Amsterdam is also home to the sprawling Rijksmuseum, which I visited after failing to make a reservation in advance to the sold-out Van Gogh. Luckily, the Rijks was located next door and the day I visited, it boasted an array of Van Goghs as well, including an instantly recognizable self-portrait as well one installment of his series of paintings of golden-hued wheat fields. I contemplate the art afterwards by taking a long walk and scarfing down a thick and delicious apple pie topped with whipped cream from local landmark Winkel 43.

That night I find myself back by the museum, dining at its Michelin star restaurant, aptly dubbed RIJKS. Amid delicately prepared courses of yellow gazpacho, Redfish, and Dutch char, the waiter catches wind that I’ve never had the pleasure of tasting Jenever, the beloved local liquor which has been around since the 13th century and is regarded as gin’s forefather. Wanting to introduce a possible new fan, he then proceeds to bring out multiple bottles of Jenever under his arms with respective tulip-shaped tasting glasses. We have the full spectrum of the Juniper-flavored libation, from typical brands to rarer finds. A new fan has been minted, indeed. I’ll order up another, please.

I walk back for one final night in the Dutch city and everything I’ve experienced is swirling in my head, from the museums and art to the beer and martinis. And yes, the Jenever is swirling in my head, too. Before I head to bed, I order one more frothy Heineken at Freddy’s and bid Amsterdam goodnight.

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