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Michael Dietsch

Cocktail Contributor

Michael Dietsch is a barfly, booze hound, book hoarder, jazz fiend, and technographer. He lives with his wife, kids, and cats in the D.C. suburbs. When he's not out on the town, he's usually at home doing laundry and writing.

Dietsch has written two books: Shrubs: An Old Fashioned Drink for Modern Times, and Whiskey: A Spirited Story with 75 Classic and Original Cocktails.

He'll save your life if you ask nicely enough.

Cocktails

25 Classic Cocktail Recipes Everyone Should Know

The old standbys that every self-respecting cocktail aficionado should be able to make.

Michael Dietsch
Christmas

Cocktails 101: How to Shake a Cocktail

Are you shaking yours right?

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

The Best Gin for a Martini

We drank ALL THE MARTINIS to determine the best gin for the job

Michael Dietsch
Cocktails

How to Use Honey in Cocktails

It's time to look beyond sugar. How to use honey in cocktails

Michael Dietsch
Dairy-Free

Gold Rush Cocktail

Bourbon, lemon, and honey combine for a cocktail that's perfect in all seasons.

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

The Best Gin to Buy on a Budget

The best gins that'll run you less than an Andrew Jackson

Michael Dietsch

How to Drink Your Way Through the Holiday Season

December Essentials: Xmas morning brunch drinks + how to make punch without a recipe

Michael Dietsch

Tips for Thanksgiving Cocktail Planning

Drink ideas for Turkeython. Start planning now!

Michael Dietsch
Cocktails

Pumpkin Shrub

Michael Dietsch
Christmas

How to Plan the Ultimate Cocktail Party With Our Booze-o-Matic Drink Calculator

Throw a heck of a bash without blowing all your cash.

Michael Dietsch
Father's Day

Old Fashioned Cocktails (for a Crowd)

The perfect large-batch cocktail classic.

Michael Dietsch
Christmas

How to Make Cocktails at Home: The Serious Eats Guide to Essential Cocktail Techniques

Tips, essential pointers, and the wisdom of a few stellar bartenders, all in one guide.

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

The Best Tequila for a Margarita

Michael Dietsch

New Standout Bitters to Add to Your Home Bar

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

The 10 Best Budget Rums

Michael Dietsch

The Best Rum for a Daiquiri

Michael Dietsch
Books

So You Want to Write a Cocktail Book...

Michael Dietsch
Recipe Collections

Easy Home Bar: 5 Fun 2-Ingredient Drinks

Michael Dietsch
Dairy-Free

Godfather Cocktail

Scotch and amaretto combine in this 1970s favorite.

Michael Dietsch
Cocktails

Imperial Royale

A tasty elderflower shandy that says, "stop taking your drink so seriously."

Michael Dietsch
Whiskey

Moto Guzzi Cocktail

A heady mix of bitter-sweet Punt e Mes vermouth and bold, boozy Booker's bourbon.

Michael Dietsch
Liqueur and Fortified Wines

Ferrari Cocktail

A bracingly bitter two-ingredient shot for hardcore amaro lovers.

Michael Dietsch
Apple

Señor Brown Cocktail

Smoky mezcal and bright apple soda make a surprisingly complex duo.

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

The 7 Best Budget Tequilas

Good, cheap tequila for what ails you.

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

Cocktail Tools: What to Buy After You Have the Basics

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

Celebrate Spring With an Egg in Your Cocktail

Michael Dietsch
Brandy and Cognac

Millionaire Cocktail

Rich and mildly creamy, with mellow whiskey flavors, sweet fruitiness, and just a hint of anise.

Michael Dietsch
Behind the Scenes

Behind the Scenes: Making Olmeca Altos Tequila in Jalisco, Mexico

Michael Dietsch
Cocktails & Spirits

Tiki 101: A Beginner's Guide

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

The Best Budget Irish Whiskeys

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

How to Stop Worrying and Learn to Love Bitter Drinks

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

The Best Gin for Negronis

Michael Dietsch
Cocktails & Spirits

5 More Great Cocktail Blogs You Should Read

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

True Essentials for Your Home Bar: Bottles, Bitters, and Tools

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

The 6 Best Budget Ryes

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

Drinking Traditions From Around the World

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

How Booze is Made: The Basics of Column Distillation

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

The 10 Best Budget Bourbons

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

7 Cocktail Resolutions for 2014

Michael Dietsch
Buying Guides

Stock Up for the Holidays With These Go-To Spirits

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

10 Bartending Terms You Might Not Know

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

Tips for Planning a Holiday Cocktail Party

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

Cocktail Planning for Thanksgiving

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

5 Essential Fernet Branca Cocktails

Michael Dietsch
Whiskey

Fanciulli Cocktail

Michael Dietsch
Cocktails & Spirits

Highlights from WhiskyFest NYC 2013

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

3 Great New(ish) Cocktail Bitters

Michael Dietsch
Cocktail 101

10 Bourbon Terms You Should Know

Michael Dietsch
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