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New Bar Tools Release!
Hey there, fellow cocktail lovers, wine enthusiasts, and hospitality staff! We're super excited to announce the addition of a couple new bar items & color lines to our ever-expanding lineup of bar accessories. Since our co-founder, Chris, spent 15 years behind the...
Join Us at the National Restaurant Association Show 2024
Ready to spice up your culinary journey? Then the National Restaurant Association Show 2024 is calling your name… And the best part? Chris will be there repping A Bar Above! When: May 18-21, 2024 Where: The bustling city of Chicago (McCormick Place: 2301 S. King Dr.,...
Par Levels: How to Create Par Sheets & Use them to Run your Bar Smoothly
Without this key step, you have an uphill battle staying in stock (and not overstocking) your bar inventory. Here’s how to make one.
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Introducing Our New Lemon Zester
Hey, friends! We're super excited to share our brand new citrus zester with you! What is a Lemon Zester? A zester is a kitchen tool dedicated to extracting the flavorful oils and zesty tang from citrus fruit easily and quickly. It's kind of like a cheese...
Date Nights Reimagined: Introducing Our Exclusive Date Night Gift Box!
Tired regular date nights? Looking for a creative idea for spending time with your significant other beyond traditional game nights, dance lessons (not for those with two left feet, let me tell ya), or ignoring each other during movie night with a bottle of wine?...
Flavor Manipulation Course Series: Cocktail Bitters, Infusions, & Simple Syrups
Did you know that A Bar Above offers a variety of educational courses on topics from mocktails to a becoming a better bartender? Well, we do! And we're especially excited to share with you our Flavor Manipulation series, a trio of self-paced online courses that...
Egg Whites in Cocktails: Why use Them and How to do it Safely
Seen raw egg whites in a cocktail recipe and thought it was weird? Here’s why egg whites are an awesome ingredient for cocktails, and how to use them safely. (Plus some alternatives if you’re just not excited about raw eggs in your drinks!)
Best Mocktail Recipes for Dry January and Beyond
We're rounding out Dry January with three non-alcoholic drinks: the Piña Colada, Aperol Spritz, and Strawberry Daiquiri. These delicious mocktails are some of our favorite drinks without alcohol-- and even though they're great for hot summer days, they're equally good...
All You Need For A Successful Dry January: Mocktail Recipes, Ingredients, And Tips
It’s that time of year already! While alcohol consumption is up during the holidays, it may be time to rethink your relationship with alcohol for the month of Dry January.
The Ultimate Guide To Craft Mocktails For Dry January
We here at A Bar Above obviously love cocktails– as do you, I’m sure, since you’re on this site. And the last two years have certainly given us all the reasons to pour drinks. But “Dry January”– or any other month, for that matter– can be a beneficial reset, whether your goal is breaking habits, weight loss, or getting better sleep.
A Beginner’s Guide to Making Gin at Home
Yes, you can make your own gin at home, without any high-tech equipment or a chemistry degree. Well… kind of. No actual distillation is involved.
Whiskey Vs Brandy: The Differences Between These Two Distilled Spirits
In the world of spirits, whiskey and brandy have such a rich history and timeless feel, wouldn't you say? There's just something about these two beloved spirits that entices connoisseurs and newcomers alike with their depth. Both cherished for their complex flavors...
