John B. Reyna
Now you know, real triple-sec is Cointreau
I remember the first time my mother bought me alcohol. After helping me move into my freshmen dorm, I found myself sitting in the parking...
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John B. Reyna
- May 30, 2020
- 3 min
Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Not a Shirley Temple Cherry
Until the last few years, if I saw anything labeled maraschino cherries, then I'd be ready for bright red, syrupy cherries. Yuck, I only...
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John B. Reyna
- May 16, 2020
- 4 min
The Great Pisco Debate
Now heading to South America, we will learn about another grape brandy, pisco. Pisco has been around since the 1600s. The Spanish...
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John B. Reyna
- May 3, 2020
- 4 min
Cognac, Keeping Brandy Cool Since 1700
The final products, making you thirsty I found brandy far too late in life and am trying to make up for lost time. Though I could say...
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John B. Reyna
- Apr 10, 2020
- 3 min
Simple Syrup: Simple yet essential
This might seem like a simple subject, but it's so much more than that. Quality ingredients make quality cocktails. And simple syrup is...
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John B. Reyna
- Apr 5, 2020
- 3 min
Teakwood Tavern brings libations and smiles to friends
Finished gift bags for friends of Teakwood Tavern Shen had a brilliant idea on Friday night--dropping off pre-made cocktail gift packages...
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