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.

78 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

Bottles of mezcal and tequila compared as Mexican spirits

Liqueurs

16/04/2021 · 6 min read

Mezcal and tequila: differences between Mexican spirits

Mezcal and tequila share Mexican origin and agave, but differ in raw material, regions, cooking, fermentation, flavour and regulation.

Assorted cocktails showing different serving sizes and measures

Liqueurs

16/04/2021 · 4 min read

Cocktail Classification by Volume and Serving Size

Learn how cocktails are classified by volume, and why even small changes in measurements can alter the final balance, flavour and quality of a drink.

Cocktails

15/04/2021 · 3 min read

Cuba Libre Cocktail: A Popular Mix of Cola and Rum

The Cuba Libre cocktail is a popular mix of cola and rum, and a great way to put your home bartending skills into practice.

Beer

12/04/2021 · 5 min read

Beer Malting: Definition, Key Traits and the 3 Stages

A clear guide to the beer malting process, its definition, main characteristics and the three stages that produce malt and stop germination.

Beer

09/04/2021 · 7 min read

Beer production: 10 stages in the brewing process

Beer production moves through malting, milling, mashing, boiling, fermentation, maturation, clarification and final packaging in the brewery.

Wine

07/04/2021 · 12 min read

How to Deliver Excellent Wine Service in Your Restaurant

How can you deliver excellent wine service in your restaurant? These 12 recommendations will help make the guest experience far more enjoyable.

Wine

05/04/2021 · 5 min read

Grape morphology: skin, pulp and seeds in wine

Grape morphology explains how skin, pulp and seeds influence must, fermentation, aromas, colour and the final flavour of wine.

Wine

31/03/2021 · 4 min read

Dry Wine and Sweet Wine: Differences and How They’re Made

What are the differences between dry wine and sweet wine, and how are they made? Learn how sugar, fermentation and tasting cues shape each style.

Luxury champagne bottles among the most expensive in the world

Wine

29/03/2021 · 8 min read

The 10 most expensive champagnes in the world

A list of the 10 most expensive champagnes in the world, with historic bottles, limited editions, legendary brands and collector prices.

Wine

03/03/2021 · 4 min read

Wine and historical facts connected with Cuba

The history of wine in Cuba brings together navigation, religion, colonial restrictions, vines, social consumption and cultural curiosities.

Aroma extraction techniques used in modern cocktail making

Cocktails

02/03/2021 · 3 min read

Aromas in Cocktail Making: 3 Techniques to Extract Them

Aromas in cocktail making: discover three extraction techniques and build a solid foundation in the world of contemporary gastronomy.

Five cocktail ideas showing different preparation methods and techniques

Articles

08/12/2020 · 12 min read

Cocktails and Preparation Techniques: 5 Ideas to Try

Explore five cocktail preparation techniques, from flavour pairing to the role of ice dilution and the balance needed for harmonious mixed drinks.