How Do Bartenders Select Their Spirits?
Amidst today's ever-expanding spirits landscape, how do bartenders go about selecting that one perfect brand for each drink?
- story: Robert Simonson
- photo: Daniel Krieger
Amidst today's ever-expanding spirits landscape, how do bartenders go about selecting that one perfect brand for each drink?
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