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Often used to rim a glass for cocktails or made into a solution to add to the liguid itself in order to balance the flavors. Table salt or common salt is a mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl), a chemical compound belonging to the larger class of salts; salt in its natural form as a crystalline mineral is known as rock salt or halite.

A sweet, banana flavored liqueur usually around 17-25% ABV.

A drink made from or flavored with vanilla (beans). Common brands include Bols, Galliano, Kahula, DeKyuper. You can make it yourself! Slice 2 whole vanilla beans lengthwise in half. Combine beans with 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup simple syrup and 1 3/4 cup brandy in a sealable glass container. Swirl until the sugar dissolves. Let steep for 2 weeks (and up to 4 weeks, depending on your desired vanilla strength), stirring frequently. Remove the vanilla and enjoy!

Also known as bianco vermouth, blanc vermouth or Italian white vermouth, this is a type of sweet vermouth that is colorless (clear) with vanilla forward flavoring.

A grape distilled base amaro made from various herbs, such as myrrh, rhubarb, chamomile, cardamom, aloe and saffron. Typically 45% ABV.

A high proof, usually 151, (>57.5 ABV) unaged rum. Most producers are based in Jamaica, such as Wray & Nephew (W&N). This rum is usually reserved for mixed drinks and is a key ingredient in many classic cocktails.

An orange colored citrus fruit. Many types of orange make an appearance in cocktails. The peel and juice are equally valuable to diverse cocktails.