Author: DrinkSmith App
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Aperol Beyond the Spritz
Aperol is not a one-trick bottle. The spritz made it famous and turned it into a social object. The drink you order in groups, the one in the orange-labeled can at the airport. That’s fine. But there’s more here. At its core, Aperol is a bittersweet aperitivo: rhubarb, gentian, cinchona, and citrus peel, sitting at…
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The Summer Cocktails Edit
Summer doesn’t need much. Ice, something cold, and a glass wide enough to fit a sprig of something fragrant. But the right drink turns a rooftop into a ritual. The best summer cocktails share a few qualities: brightness over sweetness, texture over booze-forward heat, and ingredients that want to be cold. Here’s what we’re drinking,…
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I Let DrinkSmith Decide My Drinks for a Week. Here’s How It Went.
As someone who enjoys a good cocktail but often finds myself stuck in a “gin and tonic again?” rut, I decided to mix things up—literally. For one full week, I let DrinkSmith pick every cocktail I drank, based solely on what was in my home bar. Using the explore page, I went through the suggestions…
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5 Hidden Features in DrinkSmith You’re Not Using (Yet)
DrinkSmith was designed to be more than just a recipe book—it’s a smart mixology assistant for home bartenders. But even if you’re a regular user, there’s a good chance you haven’t unlocked some of the app’s most powerful tools. In this article, we’re revealing five under-the-radar features that can take your home bartending game to…
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The Real Origins of the Margarita (And Why You’ve Probably Been Making It Wrong)
The Margarita is one of the most iconic cocktails in the world. Whether you’re lounging on a beach, out for happy hour, or mixing drinks at home, chances are you’ve come across this beloved blend of tequila, citrus, and sweetness. But despite its universal presence, the story behind the Margarita is ambiguous and the way…
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Shake Things Up: A Deep Dive into Sour Cocktails (Beyond the Whiskey Sour)
If you’ve ever enjoyed a Whiskey Sour or Margarita —you’ve experienced the magic of a sour cocktail. This classic family of drinks is one of the cornerstones of mixology built on a simple formula: spirit + citrus + sweetener. But there’s so many more sours to explore and add to your rotation! In this post,…