In the U.S. Baijiu might be an underdog spirit but it’s popularity everywhere else reigns it as the most consumed liquor of the world. So what are we missing out on? Well, there was only one way to find out. Learn all about the underdog’s history, what it tastes like, and what you should definitely mix it with. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreIf you’ve ever had proper hors-d'oeuvres at an aperitif hour or French dinner party- you’ve more than likely had no choice in the drink pairing. That drink is a Kir Royale and though you may have heard of it you’d be surprised to learn Kir has it’s very own fascinating story. We dove deep into this iconic wine-liqueur with Nazi resisting roots, cheers to learning!
Read MoreYour favorite liquor cabinet stocks up on this infamous European liqueur but have you ever even tried it? It’s hard to spot but it’s used in a ton of cocktails but because its flavor is so palate smacking and robust, it’s usually used sparsely to highlight other flavors in the cocktail. Today we’re uncovering the mysterious Fernet. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreIt’s Monday! We’re breaking down another French libation with an incredible history. The infamous Lillet, that is sometimes hard to categorize. Is it wine or is it a liqueur? We dove into it’s past, found out how to make it, and why it differs from the competition. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreThe drink that inspired the color, this French liqueur is historically recognized for its appearance, sweet beginning, and sour ending. We dove deep into its history, how it gets the color, and what you can do with it as a cocktail. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreSpirits have their own versions of desserts, they’re known as “Digestifs” and who doesn’t want to try that? Get to know the brother of aperitifs, when to drink them, how many there are, and why they’re completely different. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreYou’ve heard of an apéritif- whether you read it in a menu or in a liqueur section at the store. It’s an ancient European tradition, but vastly enjoyed and appreciated by people around the world with dinners and meals. What you don’t know is exactly how they differ from digestifs, what their history is, and how they became a staple at the dinner table. That’s what we’re here for, so cheers to learning!
Read MoreHappy Halloween from Happy Hour City! What a fitting time to learn all about a drink that very closely resembles blood- Campari. The mysteriously bitter liqueur that has been a staple of Italian culture for centuries includes a surprising ingredient, a rich history, and it’s even marked its place in a museum. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreSummer may be over but in the South of France Pastis is celebrated year-round. Learn all about the extensive history of Absinthe’s cousin, how it came during times of turmoil, and how the two compare. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreWelcome, welcome, welcome to another Monday in Happy Hour City! We know our stuff but we think you should too. Today we’re exploring all things Soju, the lesser-known Korean liquor that’s ramping up a huge hype. Cheers to learning!
Read MoreHappy Monday, folks! We are continuing our exploration into the world of liqueurs. It’s a big world out there! Today’s topic covers the magical Elderflower liqueur, we discovered why and how it sounds like it came out of something from LOTR, who invented it and what are all the magical things in the world that you can do with this mythical flower! Cheers to learning!
Read MoreAlright class is in session, and today we are learning about the sweetest liqueur we know- Amaretto! If you guessed by the name you know that this is an Italian invention, but it has a much more interesting story than that! Put on your learning caps, take out your learning cups, and cheers to learning!
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