- This White Russian Got a Modern Makeover
At Tavern Next Door, the disco-era drink has transformed into an Old-Fashioned that tastes like a malted milkshake.
- Break These Cocktail Rules
Simple syrup in a Martini?!
- Nothing Says Summer Like a Grilled Martini
Smoky brine and grilled Castelvetranos turn the strong-and-stirred drink into a warm-weather favorite.
- Five Underrated Tropical Classics
From a little-known Daiquiri variation to the Philippines’ answer to a Singapore Sling and more.
- There’s Benefits, And Then There’s These Benefits
Offering everything from recipe “royalties” to spa services, some bars and restaurants are offering more than your average perks.
- The Cocktail Balance Cheat Sheet
Download our Cocktail Balance Cheat Sheet, a simple tool designed to help bartenders build perfectly balanced cocktails by understanding the relationship between spirit, sweetness, acidity, and dilution. DOWNLOAD NOW The post The Cocktail Balance Cheat Sheet appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
- Michael Sanz, Chef-Turned-Bartender Wins Bols Cocktail Battle, West Coast
For Michael Sanz, great cocktails aren't all that different from great food. Both begin with strong fundamentals, thoughtful ingredients, and the desire to create an unforgettable experience. That philosophy earned Sanz the title of 2026 U.S. West Coast Winner of the Bols Cocktail Battle with his cocktail, Fire and Ice. Inspired by his culinary background, [...] The post Michael Sanz, Chef-Turned-Bartender Wins Bols Cocktail Battle, West Coast appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
- Sherry Is the Secret Ingredient Your Cocktail Program Needs
For years, Sherry has quietly earned the respect of bartenders who appreciate its remarkable versatility. Today, that appreciation has become a movement. As guests increasingly seek balanced, flavor-driven cocktails over high-proof pours, Sherry has found itself at the center of one of the industry's most exciting cocktail trends. According to Mario Muñoz González, Global Brand [...] The post Sherry Is the Secret Ingredient Your Cocktail Program Needs appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
- Inside NYC’s Ultimate Rooftop Escape: Daintree LES
If you thought you already knew Daintree from their iconic Midtown location overlooking the Empire State Building, think again. Photos by Alexandro Loayza The team brought their lush, Australian-accented hospitality downtown to Orchard Street—and the Daintree Lower East Side location is officially the neighborhood’s newest, worst-kept secret for an epic night out. Tucked atop 139 [...] The post Inside NYC’s Ultimate Rooftop Escape: Daintree LES appeared first on Chilled Magazine.