Author

Dunia Torres González

Editor

Since 2009, she has conducted research into the world of spirits, covering everything from emerging cocktail trends to developments from both major and independent producers.

83 published article(s)

Biography

Professor of Literature, Linguistics and Anthropology. Copy Editor at Granma Internacional weekly newspaper (2015–present). Journalist for publications such as Cubahora and La Jiribilla, as well as the newspapers Ahora and Ofertas. Graduated in Literature from the University of Oriente in 2006.

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Bark and traditional chuchuhuasi liqueur from the Peruvian Amazon

Liqueurs

01/09/2021 · 3 min read

Chuchuhuasi: exotic aphrodisiac liqueur from the jungle

Chuchuhuasi is a Peruvian Amazon liqueur made with bark macerated in aguardiente and honey, surrounded by popular tradition.

Historic Bols Genever bottles and Amsterdam distillery references

Gin

30/08/2021 · 5 min read

Bols Genever, history of an Amsterdam distillery

Bols Genever traces nearly 450 years of history, from Het Lootsje and Lucas Bols to jenever, clay bottles and worldwide expansion from Amsterdam.

Henri IV Cognac Grande Champagne bottle with luxury design

Liqueurs

25/08/2021 · 3 min read

Henri IV Cognac Grande: extreme luxury and value debate

Henri IV Dudognon Heritage Cognac Grande Champagne combines century-old cognac with a gold, platinum and diamond bottle that raises questions about value.

Giant golden bottle of Armand de Brignac Midas premium champagne

Wine

17/08/2021 · 2 min read

Armand de Brignac Midas: bigger and more expensive

Armand de Brignac Midas is a giant premium champagne bottle inspired by King Midas, weighing 45 kg and holding the equivalent of 40 bottles.

Penfolds Block 42 Kalimna Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 ampoule in luxury stand

Wine

17/08/2021 · 5 min read

Penfolds Block 42, the 100,000 pound ampoule

Penfolds Block 42 Kalimna Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 appeared in 12 glass ampoules, priced at 100,000 pounds with global opening service included.

Old bottle of 1940s J. Wray & Nephew 17 Year Old Jamaican rum

Rum

16/08/2021 · 3 min read

1940s J. Wray & Nephew 17 Year Old: legendary Jamaican rum

1940s J. Wray & Nephew 17 Year Old is one of the world’s most sought-after rums, tied to the Mai Tai and Jamaican rum history.

Homemade bitters ingredients for three simple cocktail recipes

Cocktails

16/08/2021 · 5 min read

All About Bitters, Plus 3 Easy Recipes to Make at Home

Bitters are concentrated liquid flavorings made with botanicals, spices, roots, leaves and flower buds macerated in alcohol.

Frangelico Liqueur bottle inspired by Piedmont and Italian hazelnuts

Liqueurs

11/08/2021 · 4 min read

Frangelico Liqueur Blends Flavour and Smoothness

Frangelico Liqueur is one of Italy’s great nut-based liqueurs, offering a refreshing, flavourful experience with hazelnut, vanilla and a silky texture.

Bottle of Amaretto Disaronno with its classic square design

Liqueurs

10/08/2021 · 3 min read

Amaretto Disaronno: Italy’s best-selling liqueur worldwide

Amaretto Disaronno is an Italian bitter almond liqueur, known for its square bottle, origin in Saronno and role in classic cocktails.

Homemade alcohol distillation setup and artisan spirits production

Articles

06/08/2021 · 7 min read

Home Alcohol Making and Distillation Explained

Asclepius Merlai introduces the basic ideas behind home alcohol distillation through his Manual of Urban Distillation.

Bottle of Fernet Branca linked to Argentine consumption with cola

Liqueurs

02/08/2021 · 5 min read

Fernet Branca in Argentina: 75% of world consumption

Argentina accounts for more than 75% of global Fernet Branca consumption, turning the Italian bitter into a ritual with Coca-Cola and ice in bars.

Glass of Spanish sangria with fruit, a classic summer drink

Cocktails

30/07/2021 · 7 min read

Sangria: One of Spain’s Most Popular Drinks

Sangria is commonly served in bars, restaurants, beach bars and festivals across Spain, making it the Spanish drink with the strongest international appeal.