Mixology

8 articles

A professional mixologist expertly preparing a colorful cocktail behind a sleek bar, showcasing the art and precision of a successful restaurant cocktail program.
Restaurants

How to Design a Successful Restaurant Cocktail Program

A $30 bottle of vodka, containing approximately 25.

Kenji Nakamura·August 20, 2026
A vintage bartender in a dimly lit bar carefully preparing a classic cocktail, evoking the drink's historical and debated origins.
Culture

What Is a Cocktail and Why Does Its Origin Still Matter?

Before 'cocktail' became a global shorthand for mixed drinks, its name might have been a mispronunciation of a French eggcup, a reference to barrel dregs, or even a term for a docked horse's tail.

Kenji Nakamura·August 14, 2026
A classic cocktail and a modern, complex drink on a bar counter, symbolizing the debate between traditional and contemporary mixology.
Culture

Classic Cocktails Resurge, Re-evaluating Pricey Modern Mixology

At a recent gathering in Macau, top bartenders from six major cities debated "The Death or Rebirth of the Classic Cocktail," ultimately agreeing that foundational drinks are paramount, even as some ex

Kenji Nakamura·August 9, 2026
Elegant Atlanta cocktail bar interior with patrons savoring unique, artfully garnished craft cocktails in a sophisticated atmosphere.
Restaurants

Top 8 Atlanta Cocktail Bars With Unique Offerings and Experiences

At Hartsfield Jackson's Concourse E, One Flew South, an airport bar, has garnered two James Beard Award nominations.

Kenji Nakamura·July 5, 2026
A large, perfectly clear sphere of Abstract Ice slowly melting in a sophisticated cocktail, showcasing its luxury and slow-dissolving properties.
Recipes

Abstract Ice: Premium Ice for Grammys, French Laundry

A 2 1/2-inch sphere of Abstract Ice lasted long enough for a second pour without dissolving, proving that even ice can be a luxury ingredient.

Maya Lin·May 30, 2026
Two expertly crafted cocktails, a creamy Piña Colada Milk Punch and a bright Yellow Parrot, sit on a bar counter under soft lighting.
Drinks

May's Top Cocktails Feature Piña Colada Milk Punch, Yellow Parrot

In May 2026, cocktail enthusiasts gravitated towards drinks like the Guillotine, a three-ingredient marvel, and the Rhubarb Gimlet, featuring a no-cook syrup.

Santiago Vargas·May 30, 2026
A sophisticated cocktail served in a short-stemmed NUDE's Bar/Giani glass, evoking a coastal Italian feel in a stylish bar setting.
Shopping

Cocktail glassware: Beyond function to statement and style

A short-stemmed NUDE's Bar/Giani cocktail glass can instantly transform a drink, giving it a 'spritz-y coastal Italian feel' before the first sip, according to PUNCH .

Isabela Costa·May 26, 2026
An elegant, modern cocktail glass showcasing a colorful drink in a chic, upscale bar setting, highlighting the 2026 trend in sophisticated glassware.
Recipes

Cocktail Glassware Trends: Shaping the Drink Experience in 2026

Forget the clunky pint glasses of old.

Maya Lin·May 26, 2026