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  • 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 February 1st, 2025 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 February 1st, 2025 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 January 31st, 2025 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 January 30th, 2025 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 January 30th, 2025 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 January 29th, 2025 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 January 29th, 2025 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 January 28th, 2025 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 January 28th, 2025 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 January 28th, 2025 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 January 27th, 2025 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 January 26th, 2025 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 January 25th, 2025 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 January 25th, 2025 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 January 24th, 2025 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 January 24th, 2025 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 January 21st, 2025 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 January 20th, 2025 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 January 20th, 2025 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 January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Slice of German chocolate cake on white plate

    Here's How To Make A Luscious German Chocolate Cake Shot

    Yes, you can have your cake and sip it, too. Pour out the rich, decadent flavors of German chocolate cake with a shot that goes down like dessert.

    By Carly Garber January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • sake being poured at restaurant table

    What To Know Before Ordering Sake In Japan

    If you're planning on ordering sake in Japan, there are a few essential etiquette tips and customs you need to follow as part of the drinking culture.

    By Nikita Ephanov January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Homemade spiced rum with star anise, oranges, and cinnamon

    The Best Spices To Use For Spiced Rum

    Making spiced rum at home is an easy and experimentation-friendly process. To give your rum the best flavor, steep your base with these spices.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson January 20th, 2025 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 January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • A frozen daiquiri with a wheel of lime on its glass

    Frozen Cocktails Can Be Traced All The Way Back To Prohibition

    Though frozen cocktails have a long history, they didn't start becoming popular until the early 1900s, especially during the Prohibition era.

    By Tim Forster January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • Two cocktails on a bar

    The '80s Coffee Cocktail That's Making A Most Triumphant Comeback

    Cocktails come in and out of style as the years go by. This includes the modern-day resurgence of one coffee-forward cocktail that was all the rage in the '80s.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • A collection of whisky based drinks

    14 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Crafting Whiskey Cocktails

    Making the perfect whiskey-based cocktail doesn't have to be intimidating. Here are the 14 most common mistakes you can avoid, according to the experts.

    By Emily M Alexander January 19th, 2025 Read More
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