Going sugar free? We tasted six kinds of sugar free simple syrup and found some delicious (and reasonably priced) options for your low-carb cocktails.
Sugar Free Simple Syrup: Our Taste Test Results
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Julia Tunstall
Julia Tunstall is the co-founder of A Bar Above, CEO, & Chief Cocktail Taster. She's in charge of managing our small but mighty team, helping with operations, and keeping things running smoothly around here.
Finally: A High-Quality Boston Shaker!
For years, we’ve been looking for a quality Boston shaker to recommend on Amazon. We finally gave up and made our own! Get yours at A Bar Above.
How to Name a Cocktail
For me, it’s one of the hardest parts of creating a new cocktail recipe: figuring out a name! Here are some tips and inspiration to help you think of the perfect name.
How Do You Hold a Julep Strainer?
The great debate: Do you use your julep strainer facing “up” or down? Is there a right way to do it? Learn more at A Bar Above!
How to Choose the Best Bar Spoon
What’s a bar spoon and how is it used? Here’s everything you ever wanted to know (and more) about the bartender’s favorite spoon!
The Manhattan vs. The Old Fashioned
The Manhattan vs Old Fashioned: These are 2 of the most common classic cocktails. Here’s what they have in common and what sets them apart!
How to Choose a Cocktail Shaker for Beginners
A guide to the different types of cocktail shakers, their pros and cons, and how to use them to shake up a delicious cocktail.
A Guide to Pooling Tips with CoWorkers
Tip sharing is a hot topic. Is it good for you, your bar, and your paycheck? Here are some common methods of tip pooling and ways to make sure it’s done fairly.
Giving Back or Getting Help: Great Charities for Bartenders
The holidays are coming! Maybe you’re feeling charitable or maybe you could use a little help. Here some great charitable organizations doing great things for the hospitality & bartender community.
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Bartenders 2017
Mom’s nagging you for gift ideas? We have you covered! Here’s a list of things you might actually want this Christmas.
What to bring? Great bottles for Thanksgiving & Holiday Party Host/Hostess Gifts
Going to a family or friends’ Thanksgiving or holiday party? Here’s what to bring the host/hostess!
Great Magazines for Bartenders
There are quite a few magazines out there for people who like to make or drink cocktails. Here are a few thoughts on which you might like best.
