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Cocktails And Spirits

  • Close-up of barbecue sauce bottles on store shelf

    BBQ Water Is The Unexpected Ingredient Your Savory Cocktails Need

    Savory cocktails are the new best way to enjoy an adventurous drink, and barbecue sauce is the unexpected cocktail ingredient you need to try next.

    By Buffy Naillon 10 months ago Read More
  • displayed glass of Japanese whisky

    Japan's Umami-Packed Spirit Is No Longer A 'Forgotten' Whiskey

    Japan makes many kinds of unique alcoholic drinks, not just sake. One "forgotten" type getting more attention is a whisky packed with umami flavor.

    By Nikita Ephanov 10 months ago Read More
  • Three tequila shots with sea salt and lime wedges on a cutting board

    Why Is Tequila Typically Served With Salt And A Lime?

    Taking a shot of tequila with salt and a lime is a fun process, especially when drinking with friends, but why are tequila shots served this way to begin with?

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley 10 months ago Read More
  • Two glass of gin in front of bottle, lemon slices, juniper berries, and pine needles

    Where You'll Find The Largest Gin Collection In The World

    The largest gin collection in the world is a paradise for lovers of the botanical spirit. It hosts rare, expensive, unique, and otherwise noteworthy varieties.

    By Ashlen Wilder 10 months ago Read More
  • a Pimm's cup cocktail with lime, cucumber, and mint

    The Fruity British Cocktail Made For Ginger Ale Lovers

    If you love any ginger ale–based drink, then you need to try this refreshing, fruity British cocktail that tastes perfect with the soda as its base.

    By Tara Bowen 10 months ago Read More
  • Boxes containing Jack Daniel's bottles

    What Proof Is Jack Daniel's Whiskey?

    Jack Daniel's is among the most recognizable alcohol-related brands, so it's unsurprising there are questions, including some concerning Jack Daniel's' proof.

    By Tony Cooper 10 months ago Read More
  • A Bloody Mary on a table garnished with lime, olive, and pepper

    How Bloody Marys Came To Be A Breakfast Cocktail

    Have you ever wondered why the bloody Mary is a classic brunch cocktail? It might have something to do with its rich ingredient list.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley 10 months ago Read More
  • Two whiskey sours with orange peel garnish

    The Sweet And Savory Addition That Upgrades Your Whiskey Sour

    Take your cocktail game to the next level by giving a classic whiskey sour a warming, sweet-and-salty twist with this ingredient that's a cafe star.

    By Allison Lindsey 10 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 10 months ago Read More
  • Jimmy Buffett in sunglasses performing with guitar and smiling

    The Simple Drink Jimmy Buffett Actually Preferred Over Margaritas

    It's true that there was a time Jimmy Buffett loved margaritas, but as the singer got older, he chose a new (but similar) favorite drink to sip on.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 10 months ago Read More
  • Man picking up vodka in supermarket

    Does A Filter Actually Improve The Taste Of Cheap Vodka?

    Does the water filter hack really help you improve cheap vodka? An expert mixologist weighs in with a little science.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 11 months ago Read More
  • Friends with martinis close-up

    Why You Should Drink Vodka Within One Year Of Opening

    Vodka drinkers take note: It turns out that you only have around a year before the booze's quality declines. Here's what to know, according to an expert.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 11 months ago Read More
  • Amaro on ice

    The Italian Liqueur You Can Get For A Steal At Trader Joe's

    Trader Joe's has an expansive selection of affordable spirits. The retailer's brand of this popular type of digestif is one such product worth buying.

    By Ashlen Wilder 11 months ago Read More
  • Whiskey is poured from a decanter in a dim, moody setting.

    Do You Really Need A Whiskey Decanter?

    Whiskey enthusiasts aren't totally settled on the debate to decant or not to decant, but you might want one if you're a fan of the liquor, or pretty things.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 11 months ago Read More
  • Three shots of aquavit

    The Liquor That Travels Around The World To Age

    Most liquor is aged in wooden barrels stored in warehouses or other permanent structures, but one distillery sends its spirits on a world-traveling cruise.

    By Tony Cooper 11 months ago Read More
  • Chilled canned cocktails and shaker aerial view

    Why You Might Want To Think Twice Before Buying Canned Cocktails With Citrus Juice

    While canned cocktails offer unparalleled convenience, save yourself from a disappointing sip by avoiding options made with fresh citrus juice.

    By Camryn Teder 11 months ago Read More
  • Two glasses of orange juice and champagne with breakfast foods

    How The Mimosa Became The Go-To Brunch Cocktail

    As ubiquitous as short stacks, hash browns, and coffee, the mimosa floats on its bubbly, bottomless reputation as the go-to brunch cocktail. Here's why.

    By Jessica Riggio 11 months ago Read More
  • Margarita garnished with lime

    The Perfect Mix For Sweet Margaritas Is At Costco

    If you love a sweet margarita but don't always want to go to the trouble of making one at home, try this margarita mix from Costco. You'll be glad you did.

    By Tara Bowen 11 months ago Read More
  • Canned cocktails at a store

    Do Canned Cocktails Expire?

    Liquor does not expire, but does the same apply to canned cocktails as well? Read on to find out, and follow these tips to store canned cocktails properly.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • Mint Julep in silver cup

    Why Mint Juleps Are Traditionally Served In Silver Cups

    The Mint Julep is the official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby, which is also the reason behind why the drink is traditionally served in a silver cup.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 11 months ago Read More
  • Glass of ginger ale with ice and fresh ginger in it

    The 4-Ingredient Ginger Ale Cocktail That's A Golf Course Favorite

    Spend a sunny day at a golf course and you're bound to find people sipping on a purplish-red cocktail. Read on to what this punchy ginger ale-based drink is.

    By Julia Mullaney 11 months ago Read More
  • Bobby Flay sitting at a white table

    Bobby Flay's Ingenious Technique For A Flavor-Packed Margarita

    There are several ways to make a margarita, but Bobby Flay has one ingenious technique you should try that makes margaritas more flavor-packed than ever.

    By Raven Brunner 11 months ago Read More
  • Person pouring coffee

    The Best Type Of Tequila For Seriously Good Mexican Coffee

    These days, coffee and liquor is a common combination with many possibilities. Here's the type of tequila you should be using when making Mexican coffee.

    By Tony Cooper 11 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding martini glass

    What It Means To Order A Martini Dry Vs Wet

    You may remember hearing the phrase "dry martini" for the first time and wondering how this could describe a drink. Let's explore this classic cocktail.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 11 months ago Read More
  • A green bottle of soju in front of a plate of food

    What Kind Of Alcohol Is Soju Anyways?

    The best-selling liquor globally, soju is a South Korean spirit traditionally distilled from rice. Here's what to know about its history and drinking etiquette.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley 11 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 11 months ago Read More
  • three lemon shots with rosemary garnish

    How To Make The Classic Lemon Drop Shot

    Love a good lemon drop martini? Turn it into a shot-sized drink for your next party. Here's how to make lemon drop shots using all the same ingredients.

    By Tara Bowen 11 months ago Read More
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