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Classic Cocktails

Moscow Mule

Who doesn't know it? Moscow Mule is one of the most popular cocktails in the world. In Switzerland, it took off again a few years ago and went through the roof. A lot has happened in the last few years. Different twists of the Moscow Mule like with homemade ingredients.

The likelihood of spending an evening behind the bar without making a Moscow Mule is about the same as the likelihood of Xherdan Shaqiri playing in a football match over ... Read more...

Raw materials, fermentation, distillation and filtration

How character is created in vodka

Vodka producers have various possibilities to influence the aroma of their vodka. In addition to the choice of raw material, distillation and filtration, fermentation is likely to play a more important role in the future.

During production, there are many parameters that are important for the quality of a vodka. The raw materials are certainly significant, especially since today they are also far beyond the ... Read more...

Caffeine for your drinks

Coffee liqueurs

Ever since Jeff Bridges as "The Dude" in the legendary film "The Big Lebowski" drank one White Russian after the other, the drink made of vodka, coffee liqueur and either milk or cream has become an indispensable part of any bowling hall.

Coffee can do more than "just" coffee. As a liqueur, it bridges the gap between the world of spirits and the world of coffee. With Cold Brew, during which several hours of ... Read more...

Hot Cocktails

Hot cocktail recipes for cold days

The crowds at the Christmas markets will be smaller in the Corona winter of 2020/21. Bars will have more opportunities than ever this winter to meet the need for closeness and warmth. But mulled wine alone is not enough.

With the Corona protection measures still in place, it is important - where possible - to get the most out of the outdoor seating area. With insulating seating surfaces and protection against draughts, ... Read more ...

Counter tip

Simplicity: Simply ingenious

Two- or three-ingredient drinks without frills are the trend. Simplicity is about giving the individual ingredients more space, but there are also economic reasons for simpler drinks.

Last year, I went to the USA for the first time in my life. I travelled to New York with a simple goal: to explore the bar culture and to get a taste of it in some ... Read more...

Committed to the American style

Swiss whiskey made from rye, maize and co.

While Swiss whisky distilleries initially focused on single malts, many a cask store is now maturing whiskies that are oriented towards the American style. Some producers already have a "bourbon" or a "rye" on offer, while others are expecting the first bottlings in the next few months.

The production of whisk(e)y takes time. A lot of time. Big investments and risks are associated with each filled barrel - even more so if you don't have hundreds of years of experience with ... Read more ...

Swissness

Genepi and the herbs of the Valais

Genepi is a special drink that can be found in the liquor cabinet of many people's homes not only in Valais, but also in the French and western Italian Alps.

The Rhone glacier is retreating - and has been for over 10,000 years. During the Ice Age, the arms of this frozen giant stretched from the Upper Goms to the present-day city of Lyon ... Read more...

101 best bars in Switzerland - Swiss Barguide
New edition 2020/21

Swiss Barguide - the 101 best bars in Switzerland

The 101 best bars in Switzerland are represented in the Swiss Barguide 2020/21. The handy booklet provides a brief overview of the Swiss bar landscape and can be ordered free of charge from the BAR NEWS Shop.

The 101 best bars in Switzerland are clearly arranged by region in the handy Swiss Barguide. The most important information such as opening hours, specialities, etc. is listed for each bar and restaurant. An indispensable ... Read more ...

The spirit of the French Antilles

Rhum Agricole

In the world of spirits, there are some incontrovertible certainties: Cognac comes from the region of the same name, Scotch Whisky is made in Scotland, Tequila from the Blue Agave in certain areas of Mexico. But what about Rhum Agricole? An approach.

Rhum Agricole is similar to its parent category, rum. But there are some notable differences, and it's not just the spelling of the word. Rhum Agricole must be made from sugar cane juice, in the ... Read more...

Fruit fly
Counter tip

What helps against annoying fruit flies?

Summer is approaching, the temperatures are rising and the first surprises are appearing. Fruits and fruit that you could store in the fruit basket behind the counter in winter without any problems now quickly start to become overripe.

For fruit flies, this is the best time of the year, the gourmets' paradise has opened. How can you master the situation and get rid of the pests - or prevent them from ... Read more...

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