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Pasadena's Best Bars

With Sobreo trending across California, it is inevitable somewhere as hip as Pasadena will soon carry it. Pasadena is home to some of the best cocktail bars in the region. Whether you are looking for a classic cocktail, a craft cocktail, or a unique blend, you are sure to find it in Pasadena. Here are thirty of the top cocktail bars in the city.

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The History and Impact of Rum

Rum has a long and fascinating history that is closely intertwined with the history of the Caribbean region. In the modern era, rum is one of the most popular, but unfortunately also one of the least healthy spirits. Rum is high in sugars, and is most often paired with orgeat syrups, juices, and sugars or soda. When mixed with Sobreo instead of these additives, you can take the sugar out of your cocktail without taking the fun out. 

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How to Enhance and Garnish Cocktails

Garnishes are a crucial component of cocktail-making. They can add flavor, texture, and visual appeal to a drink, elevating it from a simple beverage to a work of art. It is as important as choosing a good, sugar free mixer like Sobreo! There are countless methods for creating drink garnishes, each with its own unique benefits and challenges.

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Historical & Modern Overview of Gin

Gin originated in the Netherlands in the 16th century as a medicinal drink called jenever. The Dutch used it to treat a variety of ailments, including stomach problems and kidney stones. Jenever was made by distilling malt wine with juniper berries, which gave it its characteristic flavor. The drink became increasingly popular among soldiers during the Eighty Years War, who called it "Dutch courage" because it helped calm their nerves before going into battle.

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