Bourbon and rye are popular staples in most bars, and there is a good chance your bartender has experience mixing up a variety of cocktails with each. These two spirits are similar and are both extremely popular in North America. However, they do have differences and generally shouldn’t be used interchangeably. Here is what you... Read more » The post Understanding the Differences Between Bourbon and Rye appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

Negronis are classic cocktails that have survived changing tastes and fads in order to remain one of the most recognized drinks in history. It’s a good beverage to order when you want something unfussy and sophisticated and want to focus on taste instead of trends. If you hire a bartender for your party, putting a... Read more » The post The Story Behind the Negroni appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

Fall is the perfect season for cocktails. Warming liquors and fall flavors work well together and tend to suit the mood of seasonal gatherings. If you are hosting a party this fall, impress your guests with by asking your bartender to serve up some of these seasonally-inspired cocktails. Pumpkin Martinis People are split on the... Read more » The post Welcome Fall with These Cool-Weather Cocktails appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

If you love sipping a glass of your favorite white, red, or rose, then wine cocktails could be the right choice for you when you want something a little different. Wine can make a surprising and tasty base for cocktails when you’re in the mood for serving up a departure from the standard liquor-based fare.... Read more » The post Turning Your Favorite Wine into a Tasty Cocktail appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

For major events, like weddings or 50th anniversary parties, hiring a bartender seems like a no-brainer. However, when many people throw smaller events, they skip the bartender in favor of a messy counter full of bottles that their guests mix up, or they spend the entire party serving up drinks themselves, missing all of the... Read more » The post Why You Should Hire a Professional Bartender for Your Next Party appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

If there is one standard cocktail that every bartender knows how to mix, it is the Old Fashioned. An Old Fashioned is a whiskey cocktail classic, but it actually has its origin as a gin-based drink. Its name is likely inspired by people asking for their cocktail to be mixed “the old-fashioned way.” Find out... Read more » The post Take a Sip of History with an Old Fashioned appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

When you’re counting calories, cocktails and other alcoholic beverages don’t have to be off the menu. The key is selecting the right drinks to meet your goals. If you’re hosting a party and want the bar to be stocked for calorie-conscious guests, talk to your beverage catering company about making sure they have everything to... Read more » The post Watching Your Calories? Try These Delicious, Low-Carb Beverages appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

Do you want to put a twist on your next gathering? If so, then ask your bartender to serve up a menu of classic American drinks. These cocktails have stood the test of time because they’re delicious and easy to drink, and you can’t go wrong when putting them on their party list. Here is... Read more » The post The Gin Rickey, Pisco Punch, & More: Classic American Drinks to Try appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

For summertime celebrations, few drinks are as refreshing and inviting as a mojito. Mojitos are such a part of summer that they even have their own holiday: National Mojito Day on July 11. Don’t let this occasion go by unrecognized. Here is a look at the history of the mojito and some drinks to try... Read more » The post Refreshing Beverages to Try on National Mojito Day appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more

Having a few drinks is as much a part of the Fourth of July as cookouts and fireworks. If you’re throwing a celebration this year, you don’t have to limit yourself to the usual cooler full of beer. Hire a bartender to set the vibe for your party and celebrate the holiday in style with... Read more » The post Celebrate the Fourth of July with These Patriotic Drinks appeared first on Professional Bartenders Unlimited ..read more