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Cocktails
I’m proud of the fact that I’ve been drinking cocktails from teen to now—I never stopped when people took the mickey fin, I never gave up when I’d enter a bar and have to make my own up, I never gave up when people sniggered at my concoctions. I remember the days when cocktails only existed in the best-est of hotel bars.
Zena Leech-CaltonPublished 6 years ago in ProofBest Subscription Boxes for Alcohol Lovers
In this hectic, extremely business-oriented contemporary environment, finding time to not only drink but to actually pick up your valued alcoholic beverages can be a burden better left uncrossed. Fortunately, now with our heavily tech-centered social community, the use of subscription services for more everyday considerations has begun to pave the industry into an all-new and ever-expanding market like never before seen.
Gerald OppugnePublished 6 years ago in ProofBrewery Music Venues to Visit in America
What better place to enjoy live music than a brewery? The two are the perfect match, and if you can find a location near you, it's more than worth it to take the trip. Enjoy music of all genres, locations of all style and sizes, and of course, some of the best beer in the country.
Kelsey LangePublished 6 years ago in Proof- Top Story - February 2018
Beer Styles That Pack a Punch
American Barleywine typically ranges from 8–15% ABV; this style is characterized by fruity sweetness and deep complexity. They range in color from amber to very dark brown and are quite thick-bodied, in some cases almost syrupy. The alcohol is easily discerned with these beers. Bigfoot Barleywine-Style Ale (9.60%) by Sierra Nevada Brewing Company is a widely known and excellent example of the style.
Greg SmithPublished 6 years ago in Proof The Basics of Margaritas
So you want to know more about margaritas? Well, you certainly came to the right place. If you’re just looking to learn some new things about margaritas, check out some fun facts! If your looking to make some margaritas, go ahead and just skip below to check out the recipes. If you’re a bartender learning how to make margaritas, here are the basics right here: Crushed ice, tequila, cointreau, fresh lime juice, salt rim on glass, margarita glass, and a lime wedge to garnish!
The Ginger Tea Reviews: Valentine's Day TEAmosas
Welcome back for a special lovey-dovey edition of the Ginger Tea Reviews! Tea is my passion, and I am making it my goal to share my passion with the world.
Alexis HustusPublished 6 years ago in ProofThings Every Bartender Wished Customers Understood
From flirting rules to not being your therapist, your local bartender needs you to know these unspoken rules of the bar. As a way to make the night not only better for your bartender, but for your quality of service, it is important to recognize the needs of your bartenders.
Leanna DavisPublished 6 years ago in ProofBest Subscription Boxes for Wine Lovers
It's often said that Millennials are actually "Generation Wine," and if you ask me, it's totally true. We Millennials love our vino because it tastes good, gets us buzzed, and also somehow manages to make us feel classy. That's why so many of us are sommeliers, and why wine has become the de facto drink choice among so many of us.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 6 years ago in ProofKnow Your Beer
So, you just got a job as a server or maybe even a bartender. Well, then this is the right article for you because it has the absolute most basic knowledge to help you get by without completely embarrassing yourself. Beginning in bartending is mostly just “fake it until you make it” and a little bit of reading helpful articles or watching YouTube videos.
The Ginger Tea Reviews: Boozy Chai Matcha Latte
Welcome back to another chapter in the Ginger Tea Reviews! Tea is my passion, and I am making it my goal to share my passion with the world.
Alexis HustusPublished 6 years ago in ProofHe Chose the Beer
It was 3 months into the relationship when he told me he drank a 6 pack every night after we got off the phone. I was high when he told me. So was he. We were in Seattle. It was legal. And I didn't know I'd been dating a user or else I would not have been high.
Michele MillerPublished 6 years ago in ProofHow to Become a Bartender
About six months ago I decided to become a bartender out of the blue. I was a server at time and made a decent amount of tips, even though I wasn’t really good at it yet. It was a seasonal job and I knew bartenders could make more tips than servers.