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More time spent at home means you can master the art of the cocktail. Spirits connoisseurs and those looking to perfect the perfect libation (whether for yourself or for entertaining post-quarantine) look no further than these comprehensive cocktail books, pairing beautiful imagery with creative recipes, secret tricks from top mixologists and how to be the... View Article

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Tatiana Fokina is the CEO of Hedonism Drinks and was the driving force behind the launch of Hedonism Wines in London in 2012. The Mayfair store is now considered a mecca for fine wine and spirits and has won awards for its luxury retail experience. In 2018, Fokina also worked closely with the launch of... View Article

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Olivette Martini Service from Dante NYC Grey Goose vodka Bombay Sapphire gin St-Germain elderflower liqueur Noilly Prat dry vermouth Olives (optional) Another week in isolation means another cocktail recipe to try – except now you don’t technically have to make it. The 100-year-old Dante NYC restaurant and bar remains one of the city’s best cocktail... View Article

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Spending more time at home surely means you’re dipping into your spirits cabinet more than usual. If you need inspiration, Elite Traveler rounds up the best cocktail recipes from our Cocktail of the Week column in one place so you can get to work on crafting and indulging in these creative libations. La Botica Cocktail at... View Article

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Celebrate International Gin & Tonic Day on Thursday, April 9 with a bevy of creative cocktails from your favorite gin brands and bars around the world. Prepare to enjoy a gin and tonic in advance with these creative recipes that add a twist to this classic drink. The best part? You can make them right... View Article

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Luxury wine retailer Hedonism Wines has gone virtual by offering its renowned tasting sessions from the comfort of your own homes. The London store has launched the offering in an effort to keep spirits high while the city remains on lockdown. Hedonism, which is located in Mayfair, is known for stocking some of the most... View Article

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Located on top of the luxury Swissotel, 16ROOF terrace bar is popular with locals and tourists alike. The hotel guests will usually pack the place out at sunset, where they enjoy a quiet meal with the glittering Bosphorus in the background. Once service is over, however, the place becomes fit for a long and hedonistic... View Article

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As the name suggests, 360 Istanbul is a rooftop bar and restaurant offering unrestricted views of the city all the way across the Bosphorus Strait to the Hagia Sophia Mosque and out to the Sea of Marmara. While it is open for lunch and dinner and serves a good mix of modern Turkish mezze, it... View Article

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Situated in the trendy Kadıköy district, Geyik is not the only coffee shop boasting freshly roasted beans from central America. It is, however, one of the only that moonlights as a trendy speakeasy cocktail bar. Like its coffee, Geyik takes its cocktails seriously. As well as mastering classics such as Old Fashioneds, Geyik has an... View Article

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Located near the Galata Tower in lower Beyoğlu, Nardis is Istanbul’s premier jazz club, featuring live jazz six nights a week. All interpretations of jazz are on offer from classic to modern; mainstream to fusion. More avant-garde artists tend to be showcased on Monday nights and there are regular performances by solo artists. Nardis has... View Article

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Bergamot Pisco Sour from Benno Restaurant in New York City 1 part Barsol Pisco Italiano Verde Lime juice Egg white After being opened for less than a year, Benno restaurant in New York City was recently awarded one Michelin star within the Michelin Guide 2020. The restaurant, helmed by chef Jonathan Benno (who has previously... View Article

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In the wake of Covid-19, Bacardi Limited is committing $3 million in financial aid to the restaurant and bar industries as part of their new initiative, #RaiseYourSpirits. Hundreds of thousands of restaurants and bars around the world have shut down due to the global coronavirus pandemic, affecting owners, staff and patrons overnight. Bacardi Limited, the... View Article

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