What is Pastis?
Travel Distilled explains what the French drink pastis is, where it comes from, how it’s made, and its cultural significance.
Spirits 101
Spirits 101 is the page where you learn about all spirits, like what is whiskey, or what’s the difference between tequila and mezcal.
What Is Calvados?
Travel Distilled explains what Calvados is, with notes on its history, production process and use in cooking.
Madeiran Rum
Travel Distilled presents a beginner’s guide to Madeiran rum by Madeiran rum expert Harold Vieira, co-founder of Harold and Hansa, specialists in Madeiran Rum.
What is the Tequila Regulatory Council?
Travel Distilled explains what the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT) is, and how understanding what this body does can help you understand tequila labels.
What is Tepache?
Travel Distilled samples Tepache Sazon, a brand of the Mexican drink made from fermented pineapples or other fruit and occasionally with a dash of mezcal added.
What Tools Are Needed for a Home Bar?
The tools that are needed for a home bar are mostly inexpensive and include a cocktail shaker, measuring jiggers, bar spoons, a citrus press, and a notebook.
What Is a Negroni Sbagliato?
What is the Negroni Sbagliato, the Italian cocktail that has become a viral sensation after a celebrity Tik-Tok mention?
History of the Sidecar Cocktail
Travel Distilled discovers the history of the Sidecar cocktail, which was invented during Prohibition in the USA, or more likely in Paris or London.
What is Egg Nog?
Travel Distilled asks the question: what is egg nog (or eggnog), which has become one of the USA’s favorite holiday drinks.
What is Mezcal?
Travel Distilled answers the question ‘What is Mezcal?’ with a look at where in Mexico it’s made, how it’s made, and whether it’s aged in barrels.