The Chartreuse Shortage: Finding The Perfect Chartreuse Substitute

The Chartreuse Shortage: Finding The Perfect Chartreuse Substitute

If you’re lucky enough to snag a precious bottle of Chartreuse right now, you probably know just what a feat that is. The elusive French liqueur is extremely difficult to find at the moment, requiring quite the treasure hunt through various liquor stores. So what are you to do when your favorite cocktail calls for […]

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 […]

Grand Marnier Cocktails With Cointreau

Grand Marnier Cocktails With Cointreau

Since Chris gets a lot of questions about triple sec and the difference between brands, we’ve been working on a super thorough series of articles on Cointreau vs Grand Marnier lately. These two top-shelf orange liqueurs are often confused for each, so we are trying to clear up some of the most common misconceptions. While […]

Grand Marnier Cocktails

Grand Marnier Cocktails

Grand Marnier and Cointreau are often mixed up with one another, but the truth is… They aren’t the same! While they’re both bitter orange liqueurs mixed with sweetness and botanicals, they are different styles and typically used for independent cocktails without being interchangeable. If you’re a total cocktail nerd who’s curious to learn more about […]

Cointreau Cocktails

Cointreau Cocktails

When comparing what are arguably the most famous orange liqueurs, Cointreau and Grand Marnier, it can be confusing to figure out which one to use in a recipe. So let’s go over the differences and talk about cocktails, shall we? COINTREAU VS GRAND MARNIER IN COCKTAILS In short, Cointreau is a triple sec orange liqueur […]