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Klaris Mini Review (2026): Performance, Price, and How It Compares to the Original

Klaris Mini Review (2026): Performance, Price, and How It Compares to the Original

To give a proper review of the Klaris Mini, I think it’s helpful to see how it stacks up to the Original Klaris, but also to understand that it isn’t designed to replace the Original or make it obsolete. Rather, it’s an additional option that includes some refinements and is aimed at a different user. For many, the question will be about whether they should buy the Original Klaris or the Mini…

Ultimate Cocktail Book List – 65 Books to Complete Your Library

Ultimate Cocktail Book List – 65 Books to Complete Your Library

Whether you’re an experienced cocktail enthusiast of a beginner, this list of cocktial books is sure to help take your mixology to the next level!

Review: Klaris Clear Ice Maker

Review: Klaris Clear Ice Maker

A New Option for Craft Cocktail Ice I first became aware of the Klaris Clear Ice Maker when it was pre-launch in 2022. I don’t recall if it was an ad or a Google search that led me to Klaris, but I signed up to…

The Ultimate Tonic Syrup Review (19 Syrups Reviewed)

The Ultimate Tonic Syrup Review (19 Syrups Reviewed)

I had a $320.15 gin and tonic last week – technically speaking. For home cocktail enthusiasts looking to improve their standard gin and tonics, these tonic syrups provide a simple solution that also allows a level of customization. I reviewed a total of 19 tonic…

Announcement: Updated Clear Ice Mold Review

Announcement: Updated Clear Ice Mold Review

My review of clear ice molds is consistently one of the most-visited pages on the site, so I do my best to keep it frequently updated with new products. That said, I’ve added 4 new cocktail ice molds to the review. I’m most excited about…

Book Review (+Recipes) – Bubbly: A Collection of Champagne and Sparkling Cocktails

Book Review (+Recipes) – Bubbly: A Collection of Champagne and Sparkling Cocktails

I’m not sure if it’s the local scene in Tulsa or a larger trend, but champagnes and sparkling wines seem to have risen in popularity over the past years. Perhaps some credit can be given to the Chambong, but I think there are a few…

Bitter Truth’s Bogart Bitters (Review)

Bitter Truth’s Bogart Bitters (Review)

Modern accounts of cocktail history are peppered with stories of rare and forgotten ingredients and unbelievable origin stories. It’s safe to say that many of those stories are either inaccurate or fabricated. However, occasionally a story resurfaces that has some validity. I recently found myself…