Spirits Explained

Get to know the world of spirits with the people who know them best. We've partnered with experts who know the ins and outs of each category and the styles that exist within them, to create easy-to-understand guides that will take you from beginner to pro.

Beginner Guides

By Felipe Schrieberg

Whisky

Whisky Guide
By Emma Stokes

Gin

Gin Guide
By Jake O'Brien Murphy

Rum

Rum Guide
By Jake O'Brien Murphy

Vodka

Vodka Guide
By Jake O'Brien Murphy

Tequila

Tequila Guide
By Jake O'Brien Murphy

Mezcal

Mezcal Guide
By Inka Larissa

No & Low

No & Low Guide

Put Your Spirits to Work

Discover which glass will go best with your favourite tipple, what equipment you need to make it and which cocktail to try next!

By Drinks Distilled

Drinkware

Drinkware Guide
By Drinks Distilled

Barware

Barware Guide
By Drinks Distilled

Cocktails

Cocktail Recipes
By Drinks Distilled

Decanters

Decanter Guide
By Drinks Distilled

Calcuating Low ABV

Low ABV Calculation Guide
By Drinks Distilled

Home Bar Sustainability

Sustainable Home Bar Guide
By Drinks Distilled

How to Use Ice With Spirits and Cocktails

Ice Guide
By Drinks Distilled

Pre-Batching

Cocktail Pre-Batching Guide
By Drinks Distilled

Cocktail Party Checklist

Cocktail Party Guide

Gifting Guides

We're here to help you find the perfect treat for the drinks lovers in your life.

By Drinks Distilled

For Mums

Gifts for Mums Guide
By Drinks Distilled

For Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day Gift Guide
By Drinks Distilled

For Autumn/ Winter

Gifts for Autumn & Winter Guide
By Drinks Distilled

For Dads

Gifts for Dads Guide
By Drinks Distilled

For Spring/ Summer

Gifts for Spring & Summer Guide
By Drinks Distilled

For Christmas

Christmas Gift Guide

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