How to order a Martini like you know what you’re doing
What's the difference between a dry and wet Martini anyway? You don't have to be James Bond to order this classic cocktail with style. Here's how it's done.
Cognac vs Whiskey: The main differences between them
Let's breakdown cognac and whiskey, two staple spirits of the drinks culture canon. Here's how the two really differ.
Should you wait to drink alcohol after working out? Your questions answered
Rewarding yourself with a cold one after exercising seems harmless, but should you wait to drink alcohol after a workout? Let's find out.
This is how to make a Bloody Bull – a better, beefier Bloody Mary recipe
Looking at the Bloody Bull, the meaty cousin of the Bloody Mary. How the drink came to be and a recipe to boot.
Flying with alcohol: How to pack beer and wine in your luggage
Can you bring alcohol on a plane? Yes, but you need to know how to pack your wine and beer. Here's how.
The best sommelier-approved wine picks for date night
Looking for the perfect wine for a romantic night? Check out these sommelier suggestions
How to make the finest Tom Collins cocktail, according to experts
The Tom Collins is a classic cocktail made of gin, soda water, simple syrup, and citrus. Here's how to make the very best version of it.
Rum 101: An enthusiast’s guide to understanding the different types of rum
Our guide helps you understand the nuances of rum production, so you yourself can discover which types of rum you'll enjoy the most.
Why aged gin is a must-have for your bar cart
Aged gin is incredible stuff. The act of barrel-resting the classic spirit changes its color, complexity, and more.
The 11 best rums for mixing to turn any night into island night
If you want to make the cocktail of your dreams, perhaps a mojito or daiquiri, a high-quality bottle of rum is the key ingredient.
What is Cognac? A quick guide to the classic French spirit
In our entry-level guide to Cognac, you'll find out that the classic French spirit is more than just a smoother and polished version of brandy.
The 101 on Italicus: Breaking down the bergamot liqueur and how to use it
Itallicus is a bergamot liqueur that comes in a gorgeous bottle and can be used in a variety of ways.
How to cook with rosé wine, according to chefs
According to our expert sources, rosé has just as much relevance as a cooking wine as its red and white counterparts.
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The weirdest beer styles you’ve probably never heard of
The weirdest types of beer are a strange lot indeed, incorporating everything from kelp to oysters.
Move over, tequila: Bacanora is the next agave spirit bubbling up in your bar
The agave spirit movement continues. First there was tequila, then mezcal, then Sotol. Now, it's Bacanora's turn.
Here are 8 stellar ingredients worth considering when deciding what to mix with beer
Most craft beers are meant to be enjoyed without any additives, but if you’re stuck with watery macro beers, why not mix it up a little?
How to drink absinthe and live to tell the tale of the Green Fairy
We’re all familiar with the mechanics of drinking, but not everyone is acquainted with the nuances involved in learning how to drink absinthe.
The 5 best kegerators for the perfect pint at home in 2024
Impress your fellow beer-loving comrades with one of the best kegerators of 2023, all guaranteed to keep your beer cold and fresh.
Winter is the best time for dessert wine: Every type worth drinking
Dessert wine isn't as popular as its dinner-time counterpart, but we love them anyway. Here's how to pick a great bottle.
There are several health benefits of wine – we explain them here
ETTORE, an organic winery in California, shows its expertise on the health benefits of wine.
The 8 best top-shelf vodka brands worth savoring – Death’s Door, Barr Hill, and more
Price doesn't always equate to flavor in the spirits world, but these high-end, top-shelf vodka brands are definitely worth it.
The best beverage coolers for chilling your beer, wine, and soda in 2024
A beverage cooler, also known as a beverage center, will make a fine addition to your home bar or man cave. Here's our roundup of the best beverage coolers.
The best hot cocktails to make this winter
When the temperature drops, you can't go wrong with the best hot cocktails to turn your cold-weather blues into cold-weather booze.
Bee’s Knees, French 75, and more: Fall for these 9 iconic Prohibition cocktails from the Roaring ’20s
Honing your home mixology skills this 2024? Take inspiration from these Prohibition cocktails, which serve as a reminder of the ingenuity of the Roaring '20s.
From Seattle to Miami, drink up at the very best bars in all of America
There are many great bars in America we love to patronize. There are the 23 best, from New York to Nashville.
Seltzers, cocktails, and more: The 9 best CBD drinks we tried in 2024
From tasty fruit flavors to drinks that help to de-stress and mellow out, these are our favorite CBD-infused drinks.
These are the best gins to drink straight
We've compiled the best gins to drink straight. These complex botanical spirits can stand on their own.
These fantastic non-alcoholic wines are getting me through Dry January
It's taken a while for the non-alcoholic wine category to carry its own weight, but it does now and with these 18 best options.
Bourbon, rye whiskey, Scotch whisky, and more: These are the best whiskeys under $35
Not all of us want to break open our wallets for a bottle, which is why we created a list of the best inexpensive whiskeys (and whiskies).
The 8 best rum cream liqueurs you need to know about
These rum cream liqueurs vary from from Jamaican classics and Brazilian coconut flavors to your standard horchata-inspired fare.
Listen to the experts: Here’s how to make the perfect Paloma drink
The Paloma is the perfect tequila cocktail. We asked a couple of experts how to perfect the classic drink.
How to make limoncello: Everything you need to know about this Italian delicacy
Crafted from an aged mix of lemons and liquor, limoncello is the bright yellow liqueur that's become synonymous with sunshine on the Italian Riviera.
How to make a proper whiskey sour
The whiskey sour is a classic, and this is how to make one the right way, every time.
The best vodka mixers: Orange and cranberry juice are just the beginning
When it comes to vodka drinks, the Skyy is the limit. (See what we did there?) These are the best vodka mixers for nice, simple cocktails.
The best absinthes for a green drink that will make you paint the town red
There's really no better time than now to hit the dance floor with the green fairy by trying some absinthe.
The 8 best non-alcoholic beer options for Dry January
If you're all in on Dry January, these are your 8 best non-alcoholic beer choices.
These are my favorite non-alcoholic drinks that will get you through Dry January
Dry January may mean abstaining from alcohol, but there are some great non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy.
Here’s how to make a margarita, according to top bartenders
A great margarita is not a given, it's a lesson in balance. Here's how you make the best one, according to two top bartenders.
Dry farm wines: Organic, sugar-free wines you won’t feel guilty about
Are you looking for a more natural wine to imbibe? Dry farm wines might just be right for you.
This unique Manhattan recipe is better than expected, and we have to give our tequila choice all the credit
Want to liven-up your Manhattan recipe? Try tequila (specifically this one).
Why there’s a bump in the bottom of wine bottles
The reasoning behind the wine bottle punt has as many layers as a good class of burgundy, from stability to an old-timey way of cutting bar patrons off.
Mojito, mule, and more: A festive mocktail recipe guide for New Year’s Eve
Fall and winter inspire great cocktails, but it's also a great time to explore mocktails. Mojitos, coquitos, mules, ad more - all right here
Cocktails in 2024: Drink pros say these trends will dominate
Bartenders share insight on the cocktails we'll all be drinking in 2024.
The best sparkling wines, according to sommeliers
Sparkling wine is a vast category of varying styles and options. Here are the best of the bunch, according to sommeliers.
These are the best gin mixers to have in your home bar
The joy of gin is you can use a number of different mixers for simple, delicious drinks. Here are the best gin mixers you should have on hand for cocktails.
The best Champagne cocktail recipes to level up your New Year’s Eve party
We all love a good glass of Champagne. But when you take this delicious bubbly beverage and make a cocktail out of it, something truly magical happens.
End the day right with the 6 best nightcap cocktails
A well-made nightcap cocktail is the preface to a good night's sleep. Here's more on the drinks and be sure to give these nightcap cocktails a try.
Everything you ever wanted to know about peated Scotch whisky
What is peat? Learn all about the secret ingredient to your favorite smoky Scotch whisky.
Why you should fat-wash your whiskey in brown butter
Fat-washing can enrich your whiskey. This is why you should opt for brown butter.