Behind the Backbar at Houston’s The Pastry War
In "Anatomy of a Backbar" we get to know the world's most notable spirits programs in five bottles. This round, The Pastry War, where responsibly produced agave spirits are sourced…
- story: Nicholas Hall
- photo: Julie Soefer
Bartender’s Choice: “Spicy, With Tequila”
In "Bartender's Choice," we challenge some of our favorite bartenders with a drink order, and see what they come up with. First up: Dan Greenbaum, Bobby Heugel and Phil Ward…
- story: Punch Staff
- illustration: Natalie K Nelson
Besties: Houston’s Bartending Golden Boys
Welcome to the 2015 "Besties Guest Bartending Series," a monthly event and column in collaboration with Momofuku featuring two bartenders who've inspired each other's work. Up next week: Houston's dynamic…
- story: Punch Staff
- illustrations: Ilenia Madelaire
Oregano Cobbler
Alba Huerta's Oregano Cobbler pairs herbaceous gin and oregano with the warm, vanilla notes of bianco vermouth.
Damiana Spritz
Bobby Heugel's Texan spritz combines floral, sweet Cocchi Americano and dry champagne with the herbal Mexican liqueur Damiana.
