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    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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago 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 4 months ago Read More
  • Two glasses of Champagne

    Champagne Vs Prosecco: What's The Difference?

    Champagne and Prosecco are two sparkling wines that may seem similar at first, but happen to be quite different. Here's what sets them apart.

    By Ashlen Wilder 5 months ago Read More
  • Several glasses of bock beer

    The Unique History Of Bock Beer

    Though a popular brand of bock beer can be found in Texas, the winding history of bock beer can be traced back to Germany.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 months ago Read More
  • The Absolute Best Sour Beers For Cider Drinkers

    If you're a cider lover, you might find that sour beers are a great drink of choice. These sours in particular have the same tart, fruity flavors as cider.

    By Katie Melynn 5 months ago Read More
  • A green beer next to a pair of Shamrock glasses.

    The History Behind Why We Drink Green Beer On St. Patrick's Day

    Though you may take your green beverage for granted on St. Patrick's Day, there's a specific reason American's drink green beer on the Irish holiday.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • Market shelf with Spy wine coolers

    The Rise, Fall, And Re-Emergence Of The Wine Cooler

    Wine coolers are classic bottled cocktails made popular in the 1970s, but if you thought these fruity, sweet drinks were long gone, think again.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • Two glasses of beer with salt on rim and lemon wheels

    What Is Beer Salt And How Do You Use It?

    Have you ever considered seasoning your beer? Try adding a sprinkle of beer salt to your next pint! The flavorful seasoning can give your beer a whole new kick.

    By Carly Garber 5 months ago Read More
  • Bottles of Costco's Kirkland Signature liquor bottles

    Every Alcohol Option From Costco's Kirkland Signature

    Costco offers so many deals on its Kirkland Signature products, including alcohol. Take a look at the vast selection of alcohol that Costco has to offer.

    By Stephanie Mee 5 months ago Read More
  • Glasses of sangria with blood orange slices

    Sangria Vs Mulled Wine: Is There A Difference?

    Though sangria and mulled wine have some similarities, there are a few differences you need to know about before you try your hand at mixing either.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • Man shopping for alcohol at Target

    Those Mix-A-Six Beer Packs Seem Great, But Think Again

    Selecting beers for your own custom six-pack sounds like a fun way to sample different brews, but it might not be the best choice as far as freshness goes.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 months ago Read More
  • Two glasses of white wine, olives, and bread

    What To Consider When Shopping For Sweet White Wine

    Whether you're looking for dry and fruity, or actual cherry pie in a bottle, here's how to land a white wine that perfectly suits your sweet tooth.

    By Layne Randolph 5 months ago Read More
  • Ciders in three different glasses

    The 10 Best Hard Ciders For Every Palate

    There are ciders for every palate, whether you like them sweet, hoppy, or dry. Here are the 10 you'll want to consider next time you're feeling apple-inspired.

    By Ksenia Prints 5 months ago Read More
  • Grapevines growing Cannonau

    Why Sardinian Cannonau Is Nicknamed Longevity Wine

    If you've ever had the luck of trying Sardinian Cannonau wine, you may have heard it called "Longevity Wine." Here's why it has this moniker.

    By Layne Randolph 5 months ago Read More
  • Stacks of packs of Coors Light beer

    Coors Light Is Making A Major Change Immediately After The Super Bowl

    Super Bowl season is upon us, and Coors Light is introducing new packaging in light of the big game. Here's what you need to know.

    By Jackson Williams 5 months ago Read More
  • Crowler-sized beer can

    What Makes A Crowler Different From A Growler When It Comes To Beer?

    If you've ever wondered what set a beer growler from a crowler, we have the boozy answer to help set you straight.

    By Jonathan Kesh 5 months ago Read More
  • glasses of champagne being toasted

    3 Ways To Use Flat Champagne

    If the bubbly you bought for New Year's is still in your fridge, odds are it's probably flat by now. But don't fret. Here are three ways to use it up.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 months ago Read More
  • Pouring wine from a decanter into a stem glass

    What Is The Point Of Aerating Wine?

    No one wants to pop a bottle and wait hours for it to breathe. But you can speed aeration along with a few good tools, and some solid gold reasons to do it.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • Stubby Coors bottles

    What It Means To Order A 'Stubby' Beer At The Bar

    Can, bottle, draft ... stubby? Learn about this unique style of beer serving and how it found its place in American contemporary drinking culture.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 months ago Read More
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