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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Latest published articles

Cocktails

30/07/2021 · 4 min read

Manhattan Cocktail: a Classic Canvas for Bartenders

The Manhattan Cocktail is a classic New York drink made with whisky and vermouth, known for its simple recipes, elegant character and unmistakable flavour.

Wine

28/07/2021 · 7 min read

Emiliano Sosa: “A winegrower’s life is full of challenges”

Emiliano Sosa, a winemaking technician from Junín, shares his passion for wine and reflects on the need to bring tradition and modernity together in the sector.

Bottle of Chinchón Seco Especial, Madrid anise spirit at 74 degrees

Liqueurs

23/07/2021 · 4 min read

Chinchón Seco Especial: 74 degree anise spirit

Chinchón Seco Especial is a high-strength Madrid anise spirit, linked to Chinchón tradition, distillation methods and protected varieties officially.

Beer

22/07/2021 · 2 min read

Snake Venom, a Beer with a Special Formulation

Snake Venom uses a special formulation in which all ingredients are frozen using the Eisbock method, making the beer even denser and more intense.

Liqueurs

21/07/2021 · 3 min read

Soju Chum Churum: a fashionable Korean brand

Soju Chum Churum is a popular Korean soju brand, a clear low-strength drink with a strong place in Korean social and dining culture.

Whisky

16/07/2021 · 3 min read

McDowell’s No.1, the Indian whisky among top sellers

McDowell’s No.1 blends imported Scotch, selected Indian malts and premium grain spirits in a smooth Indian whisky launched in 1968.

Bottle of Red Star Er Guo Tuo, a distinctive Chinese baijiu spirit

Liqueurs

15/07/2021 · 3 min read

Red Star Er Guo Tuo: One of the World’s Most Exotic Spirits

Red Star Er Guo Tuo, often known as Chinese vodka, is a sorghum-based baijiu distilled three times and one of the world’s most popular spirits.

Beer

09/07/2021 · 4 min read

Refajo, Colombia’s bittersweet refreshing cocktail

Refajo mixes pale lager, Colombiana soda and sometimes aguardiente in a cold Colombian drink that is bittersweet and refreshing.

Pulque served as a traditional Mexican agave drink known as the drink of the gods

Liqueurs

09/07/2021 · 4 min read

Pulque and an Industry Finding Its Way Back

Pulque is an emblematic Mexican drink with deep popular roots. Though once framed as a symbol of poverty, it is also known as the drink of the gods.

Glass of creamy rompope served as a traditional drink

Cocktails

08/07/2021 · 5 min read

Rompope: Latin American version of eggnog

Rompope is a creamy drink made with egg, milk, sugar and spirit, with convent roots and popular variants in Mexico and Latin America.

Michelada served as a spicy Mexican beer cocktail with lime and salt

Cocktails

07/07/2021 · 5 min read

Michelada: A Refreshing Drink for Sunny Days

Michelada is made for those who enjoy bold flavors: a Mexican beer-based drink with a spicy kick that is very easy to prepare.

Bottle of Amargo Obrero, Argentina’s traditional herbal aperitif

Liqueurs

06/07/2021 · 4 min read

Amargo Obrero, Argentina’s traditional working-class aperitif

Amargo Obrero is known for its herbal, almost liqueur-like flavour: a traditional aperitif from Rosario with deep roots in Argentina’s working-class culture.