Blog World of Drinks – articles about rum, whisky, wine, and mixed drinks
On the blog World of Drinks, you will find articles that guide you through the world of premium alcohol. Discover guides for selecting whisky, rum, or wine, tasting tips, and recipes for mixed drinks. Stay updated on news, trends, and stories of brands that shape drinking culture.
06. 10. 2026
The GlenAllachie is one of the most prominent names in modern Scotch single malt whisky, and master blender Billy Walker deserves much of the credit. In this article, we take a closer look at the limited The GlenAllachie Single Cask 2013 Selected by Billy Walker for Slovakia – a 13-year-old whisky matured in a Pedro Ximénez cask and created exclusively for the Slovak market.
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Walnut liqueur smells like Christmas, yet it is made in the middle of summer. It is prepared from green walnuts that still have a soft centre and have not yet developed a hard shell. These young walnuts are transformed into a dark, bittersweet liqueur that our great-grandmothers used to keep both for the festive table and in the home medicine cabinet.
The recipe was passed down from generation…
25. 09. 2026
Sex on the Beach is one of the best-known summer cocktails. Its pink colour, distinctive peach and cranberry flavour, and short list of easy-to-find ingredients make it a popular choice. You can mix it at home in just two minutes, even if until now you have only enjoyed it on holiday by the sea. The combination of vodka, peach liqueur and fruit juices makes this drink sweet and easy to drink.…
25. 09. 2026
You can recognise a Pornstar Martini at first glance. Its vivid orange colour, half a passion fruit floating on the foam and a small shot of chilled prosecco served alongside make it unmistakable. That little glass of prosecco is one of the things that has made it one of the most popular mixed drinks of recent years. It is also why one question comes up so often at the bar: what are you supposed…
You can make a Chupito faster than you can say its name. All you need are three ingredients, one shot glass and you have a sweet-and-sour shot with the aroma of fresh lime that is perfect for getting a party going.
The base consists of white rum, lime juice and a cocktail cherry. Behind this simple combination, however, are a few tricks that determine whether the flavour is well balanced or…
Hugo Spritz is a fresher, more floral cousin of Aperol Spritz and can be a more pleasant choice on hot summer days. All you need is chilled prosecco, elderflower syrup, a splash of soda, fresh mint and a slice of lime. No shaker, no complicated techniques, just a few ingredients that complement each other beautifully.
The recipe is right below the introduction: for one glass, use 120 ml of…
Kombucha may look like an ordinary sparkling iced tea in a glass, but inside it, a living fermentation process is taking place. It is made from sweetened tea that ferments for several days to several weeks beneath a firm layer known as SCOBY, while the flavour, acidity and overall composition of the drink gradually change. Over the past few years, it has become one of the most popular drinks…
13. 08. 2026
Long ago, a mixture of whisky and cream was used as a traditional remedy for stomach problems. The mixture, however, only tasted good if it was consumed quickly. So how did an old home remedy become one of the world's most popular liqueurs? Baileys is a relatively young drink, with its history beginning in 1973. By 2007, one billion bottles of the creamy liqueur had been sold. The idea of…
04. 08. 2026
Cognac is one of the best-known wine spirits in the world. Many people enjoy it neat, but younger Cognacs also work exceptionally well in classic mixed drinks. Discover the difference between brandy and Cognac, what the VS, VSOP and XO classifications mean, how to taste Cognac properly and how to prepare the Sidecar and Brandy Alexander cocktails.
What is the difference between brandy and…
01. 08. 2026
Are you looking for simple vodka drinks that you can also prepare at home? We have selected three popular vodka cocktails – Moscow Mule, Cosmopolitan and Sex on the Beach. For each one, you will find the required ingredients, a simple method and product recommendations for mixing your drink.
Vodka has long been one of the most popular spirits in the world. Mixed drinks have played a major role…
01. 08. 2026
La Hechicera (pronounced la-echiséra) is a young rum brand from the Colombian Caribbean. A wilder place, full of diverse habitats and a truly magical atmosphere.
Colombia has become a wellspring of inspiration for it. The country stretches between two majestic oceans and three mountain ranges. It hides a diverse nature with tropical rainforests, misty forests, mountain steppes, deserts, and…
11. 05. 2026
Strong coffee, smooth vodka, and creamy foam on top. Espresso Martini is one of the most popular modern cocktails and you can find it in bars all over the world today. It combines the energy of coffee with the elegance of a cocktail and is the perfect choice after dinner or during a long evening with friends.
This drink is proof that even a relatively young cocktail can become a legend.
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