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Recipe Tags

Tags help you organize, search, and filter your recipe collection in meaningful ways.

Understanding Tags​

Tags are keywords or categories that you can apply to recipes. They help you:

  • Group similar recipes
  • Find recipes that match specific criteria
  • Organize your collection logically
  • Create smart filters and views

Tag Categories​

Bartendie provides several standard tag categories:

Base Spirit Tags​

Categorize recipes by their primary alcohol:

  • Whiskey/Bourbon
  • Gin
  • Vodka
  • Rum
  • Tequila/Mezcal
  • Brandy/Cognac
  • Liqueur
  • Wine-based
  • Beer-based
  • Non-alcoholic

Style Tags​

Classify cocktails by their traditional style:

  • Sour
  • Old Fashioned
  • Martini
  • Highball
  • Fizz
  • Flip
  • Spritz
  • Julep
  • Daiquiri
  • Manhattan

Flavor Profile Tags​

Describe the dominant taste characteristics:

  • Sweet
  • Sour
  • Bitter
  • Spicy
  • Fruity
  • Herbal
  • Smoky
  • Refreshing
  • Strong
  • Balanced

Occasion Tags​

Categorize drinks by when they're typically served:

  • Brunch
  • Happy Hour
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Special Occasion
  • Casual
  • Formal
  • Holiday

Seasonal Tags​

Group recipes by the time of year they're best enjoyed:

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter
  • Year-round

Adding Tags to Recipes​

Tags can be added when creating or editing a recipe:

  1. Open a recipe in edit mode
  2. Scroll to the "Tags" section
  3. Tap "Manage Tags"
  4. Select existing tags or create new ones
  5. Tap "Save" to apply tags

Creating Custom Tags​

To add your own tag categories and tags:

  1. From the Recipes screen, tap "Tags"
  2. Tap "Add Category" to create a new group
  3. Enter a category name
  4. Tap "Add Tag" within the category
  5. Enter tag details

Using Tags for Filtering​

Tags are powerful tools for finding specific recipes:

  1. From the Recipes screen, tap "Filter"
  2. Select tags from any category
  3. Combine multiple tags with AND/OR logic
  4. Save useful combinations as "Smart Filters"

Tag Management​

To organize your tagging system:

  1. From the main menu, go to "Settings"
  2. Select "Tag Management"
  3. From here you can:
    • Rename tags or categories
    • Merge similar tags
    • Delete unused tags
    • Set tag colors
    • Create hierarchical relationships

Smart Collections Using Tags​

Create dynamic recipe collections based on tags:

  1. From the Recipes screen, tap "Collections"
  2. Tap "Create Smart Collection"
  3. Define tag-based rules
  4. Name your collection
  5. Save to create a dynamic, auto-updating list

Sharing Tagged Recipes​

Share recipes with their tags intact:

  1. Select recipes with specific tags
  2. Tap "Share"
  3. Choose to include tags in the export
  4. Select your sharing method

Tips for Effective Tagging​

  • Be consistent with your tagging system
  • Don't over-tag - focus on the most relevant characteristics
  • Create custom tags for your unique organizational needs
  • Tag recipes immediately when adding them to your collection
  • Review and refine your tagging system periodically
  • Use color coding for visual organization
  • Consider using prefix conventions for related tags (e.g., Spirit:Gin, Spirit:Vodka)