Welcome to Jigger & Zest (jiggerandzest.com). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, articles, reviews, guides, and any other content or services we provide (collectively, the "Site"). By visiting or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
1. Who We Are
Jigger & Zest is an independent publication dedicated to reviewing and discussing bar tools, cocktail accessories, glassware, and related products. Our content is intended to help enthusiasts and professionals make informed purchasing decisions.
2. Acceptable Use
By using this Site, you agree that you will not:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the Site.
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site, including through the introduction of viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
- Scrape, copy, republish, or redistribute substantial portions of our content without prior written permission.
- Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity, in connection with your use of the Site.
- Post or transmit any material that is defamatory, obscene, abusive, or otherwise objectionable through any comment or interactive feature we may offer.
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to the Site if we believe, in our sole discretion, that you have violated these Terms.
3. Reviews, Opinions, and No-Warranty Disclaimer
The reviews, ratings, comparisons, guides, and opinions published on Jigger & Zest reflect the personal views and experiences of our writers and editorial team at the time of publication. Product testing, where conducted, is based on the specific units, batches, or samples available to us and may not be representative of every unit a manufacturer produces.
All content on this Site is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not guarantee that:
- Our reviews or recommendations will suit your particular needs, preferences, or intended use.
- Product information, pricing, specifications, or availability mentioned in our content is accurate, complete, or current, as these details are subject to change by manufacturers and retailers without notice.
- Any product recommended or reviewed will perform in a specific manner, meet any particular standard, or be free from defects.
Opinions expressed on this Site are not professional, legal, safety, or purchasing advice. You should always review manufacturer instructions and safety information before using any bar tool, cocktail accessory, glassware, or related product, particularly items involving flame, sharp blades, glass, or alcohol.
4. Affiliate Relationship Disclosure
This site participates in the AliExpress affiliate programme. We earn a small commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.
We may also participate in other affiliate marketing programmes from time to time. Any such relationships will be disclosed in accordance with applicable advertising and consumer protection guidelines. Our editorial team maintains independence in forming opinions, ratings, and recommendations regardless of whether an affiliate relationship exists with a given retailer or brand.
5. Third-Party Links and Content
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, retailers, or services that are not owned or controlled by Jigger & Zest. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, terms of service, or practices of any third-party websites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of those sites.
6. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and the compilation thereof, is the property of Jigger & Zest and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. You may share links to our content and quote brief excerpts with proper attribution, but you may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without our prior written consent.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Jigger & Zest, its owners, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with:
- Your access to, use of, or inability to use the Site.
- Any reliance placed on reviews, ratings, opinions, or other content published on the Site.
- Any purchase decisions made based on information found on the Site, including purchases made through affiliate links.
- Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of any content posted, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the Site.
- Product defects, injuries, or damages resulting from the use of any product reviewed, mentioned, or recommended on the Site.
Your use of the Site and any decisions you make based on its content are at your own risk. We strongly encourage you to conduct your own research and exercise independent judgment before making any purchase.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Jigger & Zest and its owners, employees, and contributors from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
9. Governing Terms and Updates
We may revise these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the functionality of the Site. The updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts having authority over such matters.
10. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please reach out to us through the contact details provided on our Site. We are happy to clarify any aspect of our policies.