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

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.

Cocktails

09/03/2021 · 3 min read

7 Fun Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Ideas for Kids

Here are 7 fun non-alcoholic cocktail ideas for kids, with colourful, refreshing recipes to enjoy at home, birthdays or family celebrations.

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.

Cocktail preparation as part of the creative art of mixology

Cocktails

16/11/2020 · 6 min read

Mixology: the avant-garde art of crafting cocktails

Mixology is setting new trends in gastronomy and cocktail culture, taking the art of mixing drinks into a more creative and refined territory.

Cocktails

16/11/2020 · 6 min read

Aphrodisiac Cocktails: 7 Recipes to Enjoy

Aphrodisiac cocktails are said to boost desire through certain ingredients. Here are 7 recipes to enjoy, with tradition and flavour in mind.

Jameson Distillery Bow St. image linked to the virtual 360 tour

Whisky

04/11/2020 · 5 min read

Jameson Distillery: history and Jameson 360 virtual tour

Jameson Distillery Bow St. offers a virtual tour through Irish whiskey history, production, Bow St. heritage and a classic Whiskey Sour recipe.

Cocktails

02/11/2020 · 5 min read

Colourful cocktails: 4 exotic recipes to prepare

Colourful cocktails combine fruit, pigments, spirits and creativity in four recipes: Bloody Mary, Cosmopolitan, Blue Hawaii and classic Margarita.

Glass of mead beside honey as the base of the fermented drink

Liqueurs

02/11/2020 · 4 min read

Honey and mead: recipe, history and flavour variety

Honey and mead connect history, fermentation and different flavours, with a basic recipe for making this ancient drink at home.

Liqueurs

30/10/2020 · 4 min read

Liqueurs: three key steps in their production

A guide to how liqueurs are made through distillation, maceration and preparation, with examples such as Apry, Anisette and Sambuca.