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The Old Fashioned: A Classic Done Right (Part 3)
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The Old Fashioned: A Classic Done Right (Part 3)

The old fashioned grew out of a few simple traditions that still shape it today. None of it needs expensive bottles. Below, we walk through the old fashioned step by step.

Highballs: The Art Of The Tall, Simple Drink (Part 2)
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Highballs: The Art Of The Tall, Simple Drink (Part 2)

Highballs has a longer history than most people expect. None of it needs expensive bottles. The rest of this article covers highballs in plain, practical terms.

The Gin And Tonic: Simple, But Not Casual (Part 2)
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The Gin And Tonic: Simple, But Not Casual (Part 2)

A good method for the gin and tonic is a starting point for plenty of variations. Most of the work is measuring carefully. Let's look at what makes the gin and tonic work, and what

The Classic Margarita, Done Right: A Beginner's Guide
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The Classic Margarita, Done Right: A Beginner's Guide

Most problems with the margarita come from a few common slips. Most of the work is measuring carefully. Let's look at what makes the margarita work, and what you can skip.

How To Make A Great Mojito: What Most People Miss
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How To Make A Great Mojito: What Most People Miss

Most of the value in the mojito comes from technique, not price tags. Most of the work is measuring carefully. The rest of this article covers the mojito in plain, practical terms.

The Whiskey Sour: Balancing Sweet And Tart (Part 2)
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The Whiskey Sour: Balancing Sweet And Tart (Part 2)

The whiskey sour is more fun to share, and a little planning makes hosting easy. None of it needs expensive bottles. Here is a practical look at the whiskey sour for home bartender

The Manhattan: Whiskey, Vermouth And Bitters (Part 2)
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The Manhattan: Whiskey, Vermouth And Bitters (Part 2)

For a first go at the manhattan, a few basic tools are all you need. The aim is to keep things simple and reliable. Let's look at what makes the manhattan work, and what you can sk

The Negroni: Equal Parts, Bitter And Beautiful (Part 2)
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The Negroni: Equal Parts, Bitter And Beautiful (Part 2)

The negroni is easier to get right once you know a few basics. None of it needs expensive bottles. Below, we walk through the negroni step by step.

The Daiquiri: Three Ingredients, Endless Balance (Part 2)
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The Daiquiri: Three Ingredients, Endless Balance (Part 2)

This step-by-step take on the daiquiri keeps things simple. None of it needs expensive bottles. Below, we walk through the daiquiri step by step.

The Martini: Gin, Vermouth And The Art Of Stirring (Part 2)
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The Martini: Gin, Vermouth And The Art Of Stirring (Part 2)

The martini grew out of a few simple traditions that still shape it today. Most of the work is measuring carefully. Let's look at what makes the martini work, and what you can skip

The Old Fashioned: A Classic Done Right (Part 2)
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The Old Fashioned: A Classic Done Right (Part 2)

A good method for the old fashioned is a starting point for plenty of variations. The aim is to keep things simple and reliable. The rest of this article covers the old fashioned i

Highballs: The Art Of The Tall, Simple Drink
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Highballs: The Art Of The Tall, Simple Drink

Once you know the basic method, highballs is easy to change up. The aim is to keep things simple and reliable. Here is a practical look at highballs for home bartenders.

The Gin And Tonic: Simple, But Not Casual
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The Gin And Tonic: Simple, But Not Casual

When the gin and tonic disappoints, the reason is usually easy to fix. Most of the work is measuring carefully. Here is a practical look at the gin and tonic for home bartenders.

The Classic Margarita, Done Right
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The Classic Margarita, Done Right

Most of the value in the margarita comes from technique, not price tags. Most of the work is measuring carefully. Here is a practical look at the margarita for home bartenders.

How To Make A Great Mojito
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How To Make A Great Mojito

Serving the mojito to friends is mostly about preparing ahead. A little practice goes a long way. Below, we walk through the mojito step by step.

The Whiskey Sour: Balancing Sweet And Tart
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The Whiskey Sour: Balancing Sweet And Tart

For a first go at the whiskey sour, a few basic tools are all you need. None of it needs expensive bottles. Here is a practical look at the whiskey sour for home bartenders.

The Manhattan: Whiskey, Vermouth And Bitters
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The Manhattan: Whiskey, Vermouth And Bitters

Good the manhattan is less about pricey bottles and more about a few smart choices. A little practice goes a long way. Below, we walk through the manhattan step by step.

The Negroni: Equal Parts, Bitter And Beautiful
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The Negroni: Equal Parts, Bitter And Beautiful

This step-by-step take on the negroni keeps things simple. Most of the work is measuring carefully. Let's look at what makes the negroni work, and what you can skip.

The Daiquiri: Three Ingredients, Endless Balance
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The Daiquiri: Three Ingredients, Endless Balance

Knowing where the daiquiri comes from makes it easier to enjoy. The aim is to keep things simple and reliable. Let's look at what makes the daiquiri work, and what you can skip.

The Martini: Gin, Vermouth And The Art Of Stirring
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The Martini: Gin, Vermouth And The Art Of Stirring

Once you know the basic method, the martini is easy to change up. Most of the work is measuring carefully. The rest of this article covers the martini in plain, practical terms.

The Old Fashioned: A Classic Done Right
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The Old Fashioned: A Classic Done Right

When the old fashioned disappoints, the reason is usually easy to fix. A little practice goes a long way. The rest of this article covers the old fashioned: a