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Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth: Still the OriginalThere have been many copies, but there is only one original dry vermouth. Our writer makes a pilgrimage to Noilly Prat in Marseillan in the... -
Ladyburn’s 2nd Edition Whisky Channels the 1960sThe second edition of the rare aged whisky collection has launched and is aimed at those who love both spirits and art. -
The Best Quotes about GinGin is a cult spirit – no wonder it has figured in so many memorable songs, films and books. Here are some of our favourite quotes. -
Paying Homage to the World's Oldest Licensed DistilleryFalstaff visited the Old Bushmills Distillery in Northern Ireland, which has triumphed over fire, war and prohibition in the 400 years it... -
Wanted: Best Aspiring Bartender in the WorldThe World's 50 Best Bars is launching its first-ever scholarship for aspiring bartenders who fancy jetting off to work in two top-notch bars... -
What are Tequila & Mezcal?The sale of agave spirits is booming. Here's our quick cheat's guide to Tequila and mezcal and how they differ. -
Vamos Agave! All about Tequila & MezcalAgave spirits are an important part of Mexico's heritage. Tequila and mezcal are also booming in popularity internationally, giving rise to... -
World's Largest Bottle of Scotch Set to be AuctionedThe Edinburgh-based auction house Lyon & Turnbull will sell a 311-litre bottle of 32-year-old Macallan single-malt called ‘The Intrepid’ on... -
Hollywood Director Paul Feig Premieres Artingstall’s GinThe film director introduces his new gin, Artingstall’s, and chats to Falstaff about all things film, cocktails, bar scenes and celebrities.... -
Jameson Unveils Third Crested X Eight Degrees Brewing CollaborationIrish Distillers, producer of some of the world's most well-known whiskies, has teamed up with Eight Degrees Brewing to create an excellent... -
The Most Popular Spirits on the InternetA new survey lists the most popular spirits on the Internet in 2021, with vodka strongly in favour. PLUS: Three cocktail recipes to mix! -
Rum Terroirs: Mark Reynier of Renegade & His Pre Cask ReleasesMark Reynier began in wine then moved to whisky at Bruichladdich, Scotland and Ireland’s Waterford. Now he is turning his hand to rum with... -
Egg-licious! Advocaat Recipes & TipsA classic Easter ingredient, advocaat is a must-have for desserts and cocktails. We tell you what you should look out for when making it... -
Making Scents: Barney Wilczak of Capreolus Distillery, EnglandThe founder of micro-distillery Capreolus in the Cotswolds, speaks to Falstaff about the jeopardy of wild fermentation and why it is so... -
Midleton Unveils Very Rare 2022 WhiskeysTo mark the release of the 39th vintage in this series of ultra-premium Irish whiskey, master distiller Kevin O’Gorman explains how the... -
The Last Drop Distillers Releases 2022 CollectionThe extremely limited investment-grade releases of The Last Drop Distillers always create a stir. Falstaff tasted the rare spirits. -
Top 10 Romantic CocktailsCelebrate romance in a cocktail glass with these ten drinks. -
Rum – Flavour of the CaribbeanSugar cane and the resulting rum have shaped the history, fortunes and culture of the Caribbean. Falstaff samples the distillate on... -
Taiwan Buys 20,400 Bottles of Rum Rejected by ChinaA state-owned Taiwanese company has purchased more than 20,000 bottles of Lithuanian rum originally bound for China. -
Seven Things to Have in Your Bar for Winter EntertainingWard off the winter blues by splashing out on some bottles of delicious things, especially if they can multi-task on different occasions.... -
Five Cocktails for a Winter PartyWhether you’re hosting an intimate dinner, a stand-up party or sit-down feast, kick off with one of our easy-to-make cocktails to set the...
Cocktail Recipes
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¡Viva el amor!¡Viva el amor! was the signature drink of Falstaff competition runner-up Sascha Ehmann. -
Strawberry MargaritaStrawberry Margaritas provide the ultimate summer refreshment on balmy evenings. -
Rauch Liquid SunshineThis fruity drink invites you to dream of a peaceful hammock in the South Seas, enjoyed on its own or on ice. -
Lillet Rosé ChicThe ginger ale in this drink adds a touch of refreshing flavour. -
Black DiamondChristian Heiss from Zurich's Kronenhalle brings a unique approach to the unusual combination of rum and chocolate. -
The Sinners SinLina Brunner creates the perfect match with a homemade syrup and Orbium gin at Brick Bar in Zurich. -
Stirred Viennese Iced CoffeeJulian Kutos celebrates Austria's world famous coffee culture with a classic – the stirred Viennese iced coffee, which he refines with homemade advocaat. -
Asbach Coffee & AdvocaatMaking your own advocaat is not rocket science and it's delicious. It can also be used to jazz up drinks like coffee. -
Mystic & SpiceA rum drink with a fruity touch that will have you dreaming of the Caribbean. -
Frozen Lemongrass-Raspberry MargaritaThis is how you bring that summer feeling back into your home! A recipe that pairs the Mexican national drink with lemongrass and raspberry. -
Pears & TearsWilliams Brand creation by bartender Philipp Ernst from Josef Bar. He was named most innovative bartender by Falstaff in 2017. -
Magic NectarVienna bartender Roberto Pavlovic-Hariwijadi created this exciting cocktail for the ball of all balls at the Vienna State Opera. -
New FashionedNew Fashioned is the new Old Fashioned, but the common denominator is the bourbon, which is showcased with a few ingredients. -
Ménage à TroisFalstaff Bar Guide 2021 winner Isabella Lombardo shows in the video how easy it is to mix a delicious rum cocktail at home. -
Willy WonkaHot chocolate with Zacapa rum - the Willy Wonka cocktail makes an ideal dessert alternative. -
Beer Old CubanThis cocktail creation by Thomas Huhn, from the bar at the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois in Switzerland, is prepared with beer syrup. -
VettoreBartender Kan Zuo mixes Campari, Ardbeg Scotch and homemade fortified wine into a sophisticated drink topped off with beer foam. -
La ValomaChannel summer vibes with the signature cocktail of the premium tequila brand Volcán De Mi Tierra. -
Beetle JuiceThis gin drink was created by the team at Linz's Easy Bar. -
Big FiveThe bar Frau Dietrich in Linz, Austria is behind the creation of this gin based cocktail. -
After LaughterNettle soda in a gin cocktail? The team at Salzburg's Burdock bar shows how it's done with this drink. -
Darwins' Monkey SourThe team from the Salzburg bar Darwins is behind this gin drink.