Chris Tunstall

How to Make Seasoned Salt & Sugar Rims for Cocktails

Apr 28, 2014 | Bar Ingredients, Cocktail Skills, Garnishes

Want to elevate your cocktails with a salt rim or sugar rim garnish? We have a super easy DIY method for you to use. Learn more at A Bar Above.

How to Design Your Own Craft Cocktails

Apr 25, 2014 | Cocktail Skills, Mixology, News & Updates

Learn how to design craft cocktails by balancing flavors, selecting complementary ingredients, and applying professional mixology techniques.

DIY Sweet Vermouth: Dos and Don’ts

Apr 21, 2014 | Bar Ingredients, Liqueurs & Aperitifs, Mixology

Want to make your own sweet vermouth? We’ll show you how, including and what not to do when making vermouth at home.

Batching Cocktails for Large Events, Home Parties & Bars

Apr 14, 2014 | Better Bartending, Business of the Bar

Learn how to batch cocktails for parties, events, and busy bars. Tips for scaling recipes, dilution, and serving great drinks.

Using Citric Acid in Cocktails

Apr 7, 2014 | Mixology

Let’s talk about how and when to use citric acid in cocktails and what it does to your drink. Learn more here at A Bar Above.

Genever vs Gin: What’s the Difference?

Mar 24, 2014 | Bar Ingredients, Product Reviews

What is genever, and how is it different from gin? Let’s explore genever vs gin, including how they taste and work in cocktails.

Barrel Aged Cocktails

Feb 24, 2014 | Mixology

What are barrel-aged cocktails, and how are they created? Let’s discuss how to barrel age a cocktail and what this process does to the flavor of a drink.

How to Stir a Cocktail

Feb 17, 2014 | Cocktail Skills

Did you know that not all cocktails should be shaken? Spirit-forward cocktails like a Martini or Manhattan should be stirred – and we’ll show you how.

How to Make a Cocktail Shrub

Feb 10, 2014 | Bar Ingredients, Mixology

What is a cocktail shrub, how do you make it, and how can you use it in a drink? We’ll explore this cocktail ingredient and show you how to make it at home.