8 Hanukkah Cocktail Recipes

8 Hanukkah Cocktail Recipes

When you think of holiday cocktails, many people probably think of Christmas— but today, we’re all about Hanukkah (or Chanukah), the Jewish holiday celebrating Maccabean revolt against the Seleucid Empire.      Hanukkah is an 8-day celebration– sometimes called the festival of lights– and involves a lot of traditions and yummy food.  To get you […]

Crushed Ice Vs. Cracked Ice: What’s the Difference?

Crushed Ice Vs. Cracked Ice: What’s the Difference?

What if you stumble across a recipe with cracked ice? You might be thinking to yourself, What the heck is cracked ice? and Ice is just frozen water … What does the size or shape have to do with anything? Well, turns out a lot.   While you might only give thought to ice in […]

Types of Cocktail Glasses: A Guide to Bar Glassware

Types of Cocktail Glasses: A Guide to Bar Glassware

Craft cocktail connoisseurs know that enjoying a cocktail is a multi-sensory experience. Your eyes see the vibrant color of the garnish, your hands feel the temperature of the glass, and your nose takes in the aromas of the cocktail, all before the grand finale of tasting the cocktail itself. You might be wondering how it […]

What is Orgeat Syrup?

What is Orgeat Syrup?

We’ve talked about orgeat syrup here at A Bar Above before; but today, we’re really going to get into this unusual ingredient with the nutty flavor. First of all, what is orgeat syrup anyway? Although it’s a major player in one of the most classic cocktails of all time (the Mai Tai), you may not […]