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  • Shandy with a lemon garnish beside halved and whole lemons

    Turn Your Beer Into A Ginger Ale Shandy For A Refreshing Twist

    Level up both your plain beer and your classic shandy recipe by making an aromatic ginger ale shandy. It's a perfect, simple, and refreshing sipper.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 12 months ago Read More
  • A bottle of beer on a pier with a lemon slice next to sunglasses and a hat

    What It Means If Your Beer Is 'Lightstruck'

    "Lightstruck" beer has a more common name you've probably heard. Find out exactly what it means and the science behind this phenomenon.

    By Camryn Teder 12 months ago Read More
  • Variety of beer cans

    Canned Beer Gets Way Bigger Than Just A Tallboy. What Are The Largest Sizes?

    You may have noticed that beer cans seem to be getting bigger, especially at breweries. So how big can they get and what are they called?

    By Jonathan Kesh 12 months ago Read More
  • Seven different types of beer are displayed in a line.

    11 Unique Beers From Around The World To Add To Your Bucket List

    With such a wide variety of beers to choose from, we tapped two experts for some recommendations for their favorite brews from around the globe.

    By Felicia Lee 12 months ago Read More
  • Bottles of Tokaji wine.

    The Only Grape Varieties You Can Use To Make Tokaji Wine

    It takes six very special types of grapes to produce the sweet notes of Hungary's signature Tokaji wine, a delicacy often served with desserts.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 12 months ago Read More
  • Four friends toasting with red wine

    How Much Sugar Is In A Single Glass Of Red Wine?

    Fruity alcoholic drinks are a common culprit for those watching their sugar intake. But is red wine different from other fruit-forward libations?

    By Layne Randolph 12 months ago Read More
  • Three glass German beer boots filled with beer

    How The Tradition Of Drinking Beer Out Of A Boot Started

    The challenge of drinking beer out of a huge glass boot is often associated with Oktoberfest in Germany, but the tradition started long before that.

    By Jessica Riggio 12 months ago Read More
  • A wine glass with spilled wine

    Is Dealcoholized Wine Completely Alcohol-Free?

    The growing market for alcohol-free versions of alcoholic drinks has brought new terms, including "dealcoholized." But is dealcoholized wine alcohol-free?

    By Layne Randolph 12 months ago Read More
  • Holding bottle of wine

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Using Cooking Wine

    Often viewed as a convenient product for the pantry, cooking wine has some sharp drawbacks the home cook should know about.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 12 months ago Read More
  • Sparkling wine in flutes by a fire

    Can You Use A SodaStream To Make Sparkling Wine?

    If you want sparkling wine but only have still wine and a SodaStream on hand, you might wonder if you can use that SodaStream to make some sparkling wine.

    By S. Ferrari 12 months ago Read More
  • beer in a koozie on the beach

    Beer Koozies Are More Than Just A Gimmicky Accessory

    You've probably slapped a beer koozie on your cold brew at some point, but even though they do look nice, they're more than just a gimmicky accessory.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 12 months ago Read More
  • Beer steins with intricate designs

    The Origins Of The Iconic Beer Stein

    Often seen as a cute, kitschy piece of German barware, the beer stein's signature look once served a very practical purpose.

    By Jackson Williams 12 months ago Read More
  • Yuengling box of beer

    Yuengling Beer Is Now Available In Chicago After An Almost 200-Year Wait

    Yuengling beer is advertised as the oldest beer in America, but it's had limited availability, Now, it's available in Chicago after an almost 200-year wait.

    By Jackson Williams 12 months ago Read More
  • Person picking up a slice of pepperoni pizza next to two glasses of red wine on a checkered background

    Domino's And Yellow Tail Come Together For An Unexpected Collaboration

    Two global powerhouses in pizza and wine have announced a delicious collaboration that brings the food and drink together. Here's what to know.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 12 months ago Read More
  • Lineup of craft beers

    What Gives Sour Beers Their Punchy Flavor?

    Have you ever wondered where the distinct sour flavor of certain craft beers comes from? You may find the source of that punchy taste to be unexpected.

    By S. Ferrari January 28th, 2025 Read More
  • A series of winter beers in front of snow

    12 Best Beers To Enjoy During The Winter

    Some beers are simply best enjoyed when the temperatures dip. Here are 12 of the best beers that can help you stay warm through even the coldest winter.

    By Katie Melynn January 28th, 2025 Read More
  • Lamb stew with glass of beer

    The Type Of Ale That Pairs With Lamb Dishes Like A Dream

    If you love lamb, it only makes sense to level up those earthy flavors with a beer that doesn't disappoint. Here's why this brew's your best bet.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife January 28th, 2025 Read More
  • bottle next to glass of beer

    What Does IBU Mean For Beer?

    If you want to analyze the bitterness of your favorite beer, you need to familiarize yourself with the term IBU.

    By Greta Pano January 28th, 2025 Read More
  • A glass of stout beer next to slices of chocolate cake on a table

    Add Stout Beer To Your Chocolate Cakes For A Moist And Flavorful Bite

    Make your next chocolate cake even more decadent by including a stout in your batter. Here's how to add the beer, and why it works so well with chocolate.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • Steak and ale pie with crust cut open on blue plate

    What's The Best Beer For Steak And Ale Pies?

    The flavor of your steak and ale pie will rely a lot on the kind of ale you choose, so make sure you know the best beer to buy before you start baking.

    By Ginny Johnson January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • A bottle of Champagne sprays bubbles

    What Does Extra Dry Champagne Actually Mean?

    There are many different terms that can adorn your Champagne bottle, none of which are easy to understand. So, what exactly does the claim extra dry mean?

    By Layne Randolph January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • A sake and sushi pairing are arranged on a table.

    Why Only Pairing Sake With Japanese Food Is A Big Mistake

    Sake in the U.S. is served in Japanese restaurants but typically not in other places. We asked one expert how this fermented drink gets misunderstood.

    By Jackson Williams January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • A lager surrounded by a pretzel, tacos, sushi, and tiramisu

    14 Lager Beer And Food Pairings That You Need To Try

    A lager's versatility is what makes it such a great complement to so many dishes, from sushi and tacos to chocolate and Peking duck.

    By Stephanie Mee January 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Serving dish is filled with mac and cheese with a checkered cloth and uncooked noodles in background.

    The Right Way To Add Beer To Your Mac And Cheese

    Whoever thought to add beer to mac and cheese deserves high praise. We tapped an expert to help explain the right way to prepare beer mac and cheese.

    By Buffy Naillon January 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Mug of foamy light beer on bar counter

    How To Tell If A Beer Bar Is Worth Your Time

    Here are the things you should look for in a beer bar, regardless whether you want to try a different place to drink, are new in town, or on vacation.

    By Jackson Williams January 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Two people drink beer from bottles outdoors

    What's That Stuff At The Bottom Of Your Beer Bottle And Is It Safe To Drink?

    Feeling bottom-of-the-beer-bottle-curious about that hazy stuff? Here's exactly what it is, why it's there, and how you should feel about it from now on.

    By Nikita Ephanov January 24th, 2025 Read More
  • glass of beer with ice

    Sometimes It's Actually Okay To Drink Beer On The Rocks

    The idea of pouring a brewski over ice might disturb many beer drinkers, but there are a couple of situations in which drinking your beverage this way is cool.

    By Nikita Ephanov January 24th, 2025 Read More
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