Chris Tunstall

DIY Cocktail Bitters

Dec 30, 2013 | Mixology

Cocktail bitters can really change and elevate a drink, but if you want various flavors, the price tag can add up. Let’s learn how to make your own bitters at home.

How To Cost a Cocktail

Dec 2, 2013 | Business of the Bar

Learn how to calculate cocktail cost, price drinks for profit, and manage ingredient costs with a simple, accurate costing formula.

DIY Bitters- Building Your Cocktail Flavor Library

Nov 25, 2013 | Bar Ingredients, Mixology

Learn to make bitters at home so you can add more flavors to your bar, without breaking the bank. Explore flavored bitters with us here at A Bar Above.

Muddling vs. Infusion vs. Flavored Syrup

Nov 18, 2013 | Mixology

Let’s explore a variety of ways you can add syrup to your cocktails: muddling fresh herbs and fruit, infusing alcohol, and adding flavored cocktail syrups.

What I Bring When Bartending Private Events

Nov 11, 2013 | Better Bartending, The Bar Career

Discover the essential tools, barware, and supplies I bring to every private bartending event to deliver smooth, professional cocktail service.

Nitro Infusion vs. Conventional Infusion

Oct 14, 2013 | Mixology

We’re comparing traditional infusion to nitro infusion to see how it works on both simple syrup and infused vodka. There’s definitely a difference!

Making Liqueurs: Homemade Limoncello

Sep 30, 2013 | Bar Ingredients, Mixology

Join us as we make homemade limoncello using lemon-infused vodka as the base. Learn how at A Bar Above.

How to Juice a Pineapple With or Without a Juicer

Aug 5, 2013 | Bar Ingredients, Cocktail Skills, Mixology

Have you ever juiced a pineapple? Join us as we show you how, both with and without a juicer. Learn how to get fresh pineapple juice at home.

Bartender vs. Mixologist – What’s the Difference?

Jul 22, 2013 | Better Bartending

You’ve heard the term mixologist before, but what does that really mean? How is a mixologist different than a bartender? Let’s explore these terms more.