We launched Twist&Toast with a simple mission: to help you make better drinks, whether you’re a cocktail novice or have already mastered the art of the perfect pour.
Here you’ll find recipes that are guaranteed to work, written by bartenders who actually mix them every night. But a good recipe is just the beginning. We’ve also included practical guides that explain the why behind each shake, stir, and garnish, along with honest reviews of spirits worth stocking on your shelf. No jargon, no snobbery—just clear, tested advice to help you pour with confidence, whether you’re at the bar or on your balcony.
Beyond the glass, we dig into the stories that give a cocktail its soul: from the farmers growing agave in Jalisco to the distillers reviving forgotten grains in Scotland and even the neighborhood bars breaking new ground in hospitality. We care about sustainability, fair spirit-making, and welcoming anyone who enjoys a good drink shared with good company.
So pull up a stool, crush some ice, and stay a while. We’re glad you’re here. Let’s toast to what’s next.
Meet the team
Steve Kilcullen
Writer
Based in Los Angeles, CA, Steve brings expertise in cocktails and cinema. His love of James Bond and the work of Ian Fleming sparked a passion for cocktails and the culture surrounding them. An armchair bartender and adventurer of the imagination, he has a keen interest in the world of cocktails, spirits and sparkling wines.
Melissa Search
Writer
Based in Long Island, NY, Melissa has over a decade of experience managing and enjoying restaurants in Manhattan and Las Vegas. Now, she’s channelling her love of cuisine and mixology into hosting dinner parties and experimenting with new recipes and flavor combinations.
JAMES RAYNER
Mixology Editor
James is an experienced food and mixology writer and former magazine editor with a background in language and literature. After studies in the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik, he started writing for travel and lifestyle publications, soon developing a specialism for drinking and dining, before climbing the ranks to become deputy editor. In 2021, James published his first food-themed book and now works as senior editorial manager for Waywith, overseeing recipe publication for a number of U.S. food and drink websites.
How we work
Great cocktails shouldn’t be a gamble. At Twist&Toast, every recipe has to be easy to follow, reliably repeatable, and utterly delicious.
- Research first. Our bartenders dig into classic specs, explore new-school riffs, and uncover the science behind each spirit before they touch a shaker.
- Build & tweak. They sketch a recipe, mix, taste, adjust, and if necessary, mix again. If it’s not up to standard, the tweaking starts. Sometimes it’s as small as swapping an orange twist for a lemon. Other times, it’s back to the drawing board.
- Test until perfect. Our in-house crew (and a few trusted bar friends) run the drink through different ice and glassware to make sure the instructions ring true in any home kitchen or busy bar.
- Refine the words. Even the perfect drink falls flat without clear instructions. Editors step in to adjust measurements, flag jargon, and add the essential tips that keep you from second-guessing mid-pour.
But you’re here for more than a spec sheet. Each article features the backstory of the bottle, the cultural context of the cocktail, and tips on technique, all vetted by the same editorial team that polishes our recipes. The goal is simple: making sure you should know why the drink works, not just how to make it.
That’s the Twist&Toast way: research, test, refine, share, and at the end, raise a glass with you. Cheers!
Stay in the mix
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You’ll also find us on social media, serving up daily pours and some behind-the-scenes peeks. Mixing one of our recipes at home? Tag us. We love seeing how you shake things up!
Get in touch
Got a question about a recipe? Thinking about a collab? Just want to swap notes on mezcal? We’re all ears!
Shoot us an email at [email protected], or write to Twist&Toast, 169 Madison Ave #11405, New York, NY 10016-5101
If it’s a cocktail question, be sure to check the comments on the post first. Odds are, someone’s already asked. Still stuck? Leave a comment, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Waywith
Twist&Toast is owned by and operated by Waywith, a media company dedicated, among others, to inspiring home cooks and bartenders. Waywith Limited a UK Limited Company with Companies House number 13104842 and address 86-90 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4NE. You can write to Waywith at Waywith, 169 Madison Ave #11405, New York, NY 10016-5101.