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The world of alcoholic beverages is difficult to navigate alone. With so many different cocktail recipes and mixers to choose from, it’s important to approach each drink you create or imbibe with careful consideration. Whether your drink of choice is whiskey, vodka, tequila, rum, or gin, we’ve got you covered with our latest guides, how-to’s, and recipes. We’ve even put together quite a few wine, cider, and beer guides while we were at it.

Tequila

Mezcal vs. tequila: What’s the difference?

Before we dive in too deep, you should remember one key phrase. All tequila is mezcal, but not all mezcal is tequila.
Dark and Stormy cocktail

How to make a Dark and Stormy, the rum-centric sibling of the Moscow Mule

orange wine

What is orange wine? This trendy wine has a long history

A bartender stirs a cocktail in a mixing glass.

How to make a classic Manhattan (and several variations)

Wolves Whiskey

Wolves Whiskey, Undefeated’s new collab has an American Single Malt not to be missed

Lagavulin 16 on the rocks

Lagavulin 16: what you really need to know about this smoky, Islay Scotch

Mountain Dew wine

This is how one man turned Mountain Dew into wine

Cocktail

Our favorite bourbon cocktails for summer (it’s not just a cold-weather drink)

Lagavulin offerman

Nick Offerman, Lagavulin debut 11-year-old Scotch whisky finished in rum casks

Summer cocktails

These unique summer cocktails each offer a refreshing twist you’ll love

Whiskey

Basil Hayden brought back a popular limited edition bourbon — where you can get it

Homemade pisco sour cocktail with lime and bitters

Here’s our perfect Pisco Sour recipe

Grapefruit sprtiz cocktail

The best spritz cocktail recipes to drink this spring

If you love a good spritz, then you must try these cocktail recipes that use spirits like gin, whiskey, and vermouth for new takes on the classic drink.
Person holding an open wine bottle toward the camera

How to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew

Here's how to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew and save the day. All you need is a pair of shoes, a bike pump, a blunt object, or port tongs.
Wilderton Aperitivo and citrus.

The best new non-alcoholic drinks for a happy hour without the hangover

It's the most exciting time for NA drinks ever. Here's what to enjoy, hangover not included.
Fresh spring sparkling water

The best sparkling water cocktails to rival hard seltzers

Hard seltzers are all the rage, but sparkling water cocktails are classic and timeless and can offer a better flavor regardless of the weather and the season.
Rachel Barrie

Women distillers you should know who make spirits all over the world

Around the world, these ladies are producing some of the most exciting spirits out there. Get to know the women making a mark in the distilling industry.
Mimosa

How to make the most magnificent mimosa

An afterthought in the world of craft cocktails, the mimosa can be something special, if you know what you're doing.
Man preparing quick cocktails at home

Your home bar needs these quick and easy simple syrup recipes

Whether you have a sweet tooth or need to balance out an earthy cocktail, simple syrup is a key part of any bar. Check out these simple syrup recipes.
Moscow mule cocktail with lime and mint in a copper mug

The classic vodka cocktails you need to know how to make

There are a number of classic vodka cocktails that are a little more complex but still easy to make, like a Moscow Mule or a White Russian.
Aviation

How to make the Aviation cocktail, a drink almost lost to history

But there's one drink in particular that disappeared for decades and almost didn't come back at all. We're talking about the Aviation.
White wine close-up

What exactly is a dry white wine?

There are two wine descriptive words that are quite easy to understand and very important when considering the taste of any particular wine: sweet and dry. 
Beer

The best Belgian beers you can find everywhere

We’re turning our attention to one of the most popular beer destinations not just in Europe, but in the world. We’re talking about Belgium.
Whiskey in a glass on a table

Rye whiskey vs bourbon: The differences explained

When it comes to whiskey, there aren’t any as American as bourbon and rye whiskey. They’re like apple pie and the designated hitter.
An Old Fashioned cocktail on a counter

How to make an Old Fashioned cocktail the right way

As simple as an Old Fashioned cocktail is, it can still be made improperly. Here's how to perfect the age-old bourbon classic.
bowl of Indian shrimp black background

A Michelin-recognized restaurant’s guide to pairing drinks with Indian cuisine

We interview Chola, a Michelin recognized Indian restaurant in New York to learn about pairing beer, wine, and cocktails with Indian cuisine.
Classic margarita cocktail with salty rim on wooden table with limes and drink utensils

These are the 7 classic tequila cocktail recipes you need to know

From a margarita to a Paloma, here are seven of the best tequila cocktail recipes you need to know and should make, including a few twists on the classics.
Bartender making a whiskey highball

23 easy cocktail recipes you can make at home

From an Old Fashioned to a Tom Collins, we've curated a list of easy, classic cocktail recipes that you can make from the comfort of your own home.
Outdoorsman's Hot Toddy

6 easy camping cocktails to shake your post-hike thirst

The secret to making great camping cocktails while you're far from home is keeping it simple and delicious. Here are the best cocktails you can try.
Diablo Don Papa cocktail

9 delicious drink recipes for Cinco de Mayo (that aren’t all margaritas)

Cinco de Mayo is about so much more than generic margaritas. Try these festive cocktails and see for yourself.
Vineyard

Yes, you can live on a vineyard — check out these dream homes for sale

These vineyard homes are all currently on the market, just waiting for someone's fantasy to become a reality.
Midleton Whiskey

Midleton releases its oldest whiskey to date — here’s how much it costs

Referred to as Chapter Five, this single-pot still whiskey isn’t the type of expression you’ll grab at your local liquor store.
Two whiskey glasses

Copperworks releases 3 new whiskeys, and they’re outstanding

We were very interested to hear that the distillery was releasing not one, not two, but three new single malt whiskeys.
grasshopper cocktail

Secrets revealed: Easy ways to elevate your cocktail game from a pro mixologist

Want to make better cocktails? Heed to this wisdom from a top bartender.
Tequila shot with salt

The best añejo tequilas to prepare for Cinco de Mayo

As we’ve grown, we’ve realized we prefer something with a little more complexity. That’s why this year we’re going to sip añejo tequila.
A mojito cocktail sitting on the bar

How to make a mojito: The ultimate cocktail recipe

A step-by-step guide for how to make the perfect mojito. Make sure to save this cocktail recipe for later.
Gim gimlet in coupe glasses

How to make the best vodka gimlet for a twist on a classic

Instead of gin, use neutral-flavored, never show-stealing vodka instead.
White wine

Everything you ever wanted to know about Pinot Grigio, the perfect sipping wine

If ever there was a perfect sipping wine, Pinot Grigio would have to be it.
Last Word cocktail

How to make The Last Word cocktail, a gin classic from another era

The Last Word is a classic gin cocktail that's come back to life as of late. Here's how to make one like a pro.
Gose beer

Gose-style beers are perfect for spring, and these are our favorites

This tart, salty, thirst-quencher is usually between 4-5% ABV. This results in a crushable, salty, crisp beer.
Negroni

Cocktail classics: the Negroni and its millions of variations

If you're a long-time negroni drinker and you're looking to try something new then we've got suggestions on some of the many variations you can try.
Vodka martini with olives in a martini glass

How to craft a heavenly vodka martini: Shaken or stirred

The vodka martini is perhaps the most classic of classic cocktails. Find out its origins as well as how to make a home bar-worthy vodka martini here.
White wine glass tip

Far older than you think: A beginner’s guide to Mexican wine

You might not think of Mexico as a wine-producing country, but they've been doing it since the 16th century. Here's what to know.
Cocktails

We know the most popular cocktails — Try these underrated drinks instead

Why not give the slightly less beloved (but equally delicious) cocktails a chance?
A vineyard in the Russian River Valley between Guerneville and Healdsburg, California.

These are the wine regions in jeopardy due to climate change, study says

Climate change affects all. The wine industry will look very different by the end of this century, according to a new study.
Dirty Martini

This is how to make the perfect dirty martini

If salt and brine are what you’re after though, you’d probably prefer the Dirty Martini.
A trio of whiskies

Ranked: 5 popular Scotch whisky bottles (all under $50)

Finding the best budget-friendly Scotch whisky expressions is all about your taste.
Closeup of croissant lobster

How to brunch like the French with lobster croissant and champagne

Learn how to brunch like the French with lobster croissant, cocktails, and frog legs. Maison Close, a New York-based French restaurants, teaches us how.
Brandy in the sunlight

Cognac vs. brandy: What’s the difference?

What's the difference between brandy and cognac? Turns out, it's all about region, grapes, and process. Here's the breakdown.
Alcoholic cocktail with pieces of fruit and berries in a bowl

Get creative: How to use hibiscus in your cocktails this spring

Hibiscus is a great ingredient to use in cocktails. Here are a handful of spring-forward recipes.

Advice and insights

Recipes