Sailor Guevara

Sailor Guevara

Sailor Guevara is a spirits specialist, hospitality veteran, published author, podcast host, and award-winning mixologist who’s been involved with the spirits industry for 30-plus years. She won the Icon of Whiskey Award in 2020, bestowed on the individual who most capably advances understanding and appreciation for the craft of whiskey-making.


How to Bring Fire and Smoke to Bolder Summer Cocktails

An open flame offers a bridge to richer, heartier cocktails—even in the heat of summer. Elevate your summertime gatherings with these drinks that find kinship in the foods coming off your grill or smoker.

How to Design and Make Your Own Great Amaro

With an infinite array of combinations, you can make a distinctive amaro-style liqueur with your own flavor thumbprint, at home or behind the bar. These tips and recipes will get you started.

Bring It All Together with Homemade Bitters

Bitters are an essential item in the bartender’s toolkit—whether home or pro—and nothing sets a great cocktail apart like a handmade, bespoke version.

Four Trailblazing Women Who Shaped Drinking Culture

For Women’s History Month, we mix up some cocktails in honor of those who pushed for a seat at the table and a place behind the bar.

From Wine to Wonder: The Art of Homemade Vermouth

Making vermouth at home allows for endless exploration and limitless flavor opportunities.

Crafting Comfort: Elevating the Hot Toddy Experience

This classic cocktail is perfect for warding off the winter woes, or for just warming up.

Holiday Cocktails To Keep Your Spirits Bright

Whether whimsical or warming, festive cocktails can be a great addition to winter celebrations.

Batched Cocktails for Holiday Get-Togethers

It’s holiday party season, but do you really want to be stuck behind that bar? Few things are as festive as a large bottle or pitcher of your chosen cocktail, ready to pour. Here are tips and recipes for preparing that cheer and making it memorable.

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Timeless Cocktail Builds, with a Twist

With an eye toward modern craft spirits, top bartenders share their favorite riffs on two classic drinks: the swizzle and the negroni.

These Spooky Cocktails Are Thrillers

Fall drinks that deliver to your guests delight (or fright) can be so much more than Halloween gimmickry and red food coloring. Here’s how to elevate them while making use of great craft spirits.