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Cocktails And Spirits

  • Person sipping a glass of iced cola

    The Bar Cart Staple That Transforms Your Soda

    The aromatic secret to a more sophisticated tasting soda is probably already hiding within your cocktail mixers.

    By Allison Lindsey December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Mai tai on the rocks with mint

    The Best Type Of Rum For A Classic Mai Tai, According To A Pro

    The art of making cocktails can be intimidating, which is why we tapped an expert for some advice on crafting the perfect mai tai. Here's what he had to say.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Old fashioned cocktail on a bar

    2 Expert-Approved Tricks For Improving Your Old Fashioned Without Breaking The Bank

    The old fashioned is a classic cocktail, but that doesn't mean it always has to stay the same. Here are two expert tricks for elevating this beloved drink.

    By Tara Bowen December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Shrub poured from a bottle into a glass

    The Difference Between Making Cold And Hot Process Cocktail Shrubs

    With so many possible ingredients, the details of cocktail shrub assembly vary. Here are some ways to delineate the creation through the hot and cold processes.

    By Nikita Ephanov December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Frozen fruit ice cubes for cocktails

    How To Make Gorgeous Cocktail Garnishes With Ice

    If you want to take your cocktail garnishes to the next level, you don't need any fancy equipment. Just bust out your ice cube tray.

    By Layne Randolph December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Several artfully-arranged butter compositions, including bricks and pats.

    Vodka Butter Is An Unexpected Mashup Your Guests Will Love

    Fit for fancy appetizers, consider whipping up this boozy compound butter for your next party. It's luxurious, easy to make, and pairs well with briny foods.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Seven bottles of various mezcals

    14 Mezcals You Should Add To Your Liquor Cabinet

    Earthy, smoky mezcal can be created with distinct flavor profiles. These are the best variations on the market for first-time sippers and fanatics alike.

    By Stephanie Mee November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • An old fashioned cocktail

    Expert Tips For Crafting A Better Old Fashioned

    As far as classic cocktails go, it's hard to beat an old fashioned. We asked an expert how to fine-tune the staple to mix up the best drink possible.

    By Ginny Johnson November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Martini garnished with blue cheese-stuffed olives on a stick

    How Blue Cheese-Stuffed Olives Ended Up In Your Martini

    Prefer your martini with a snack? Find out who boldly dropped blue cheese-stuffed olives into a cocktail glass to gin up this tasty garnish.

    By Jessica Riggio November 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Tito's bottles for sale

    How Many Times Does Tito's Distill Its Vodka?

    Tito's vodka has a smoothness that other bottom shelf vodkas can't quite match, and it's because this version has been distilled a few extra times. Here's why.

    By Nikita Ephanov November 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Former President Ulysses S. Grant

    Nevada's Oldest Bar Was Beloved By Ulysses S. Grant

    Nestled in the mountains south of Reno, Nevada, is the Silver State's oldest bar. Ulysses S. Grant was one of many of the historic saloon's famous patrons.

    By Sarah Lintakoon November 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Cachaça on a wooden board next to sugar cane stalks

    What's The Difference Between Cachaça And Rum?

    Rum and cachaça are both sugarcane-based liquors made in South America, but they're distinct in several ways. Here's what to know about these two spirits.

    By Tony Cooper November 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Bourbon cranberry cocktail

    Add Leftover Cranberry Sauce To Bourbon For The Ultimate Post-Thanksgiving Cocktail

    Instead of using your leftover cranberry sauce for turkey sandwiches, mix the condiment with bourbon for some incredible cocktails after Thanksgiving.

    By Ginny Johnson November 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Red drink in punch bowl with citrus slices and glasses

    How Many Gallons Of Punch Should You Make For A Party?

    Mix up a punch bowl that goes as hard as your guests. Here's the easy math on how much punch you need to make for your next party.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz November 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Two margaritas garnished with lime wedges

    For A Tastier Margarita, Fire Up The Grill

    The next time you're mixing up a margarita, toss your fruits on the grill. Here's why this simple trick will take your cocktails to the next level.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley November 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Three cocktails in front of a variety of bars in New York

    The Best Cocktail Bars To Visit When In New York City

    New York City has an absolute plethora of cocktail bars to choose from, so these are some of the best ones to narrow down your search a little bit.

    By Allyson Morgan November 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Tom Hanks smirking slightly

    Tom Hanks' Signature Drink Is An Unexpected Concoction

    Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks is fond of an unusual cocktail that combines a classic sparkling wine with a popular soda. Don't knock it 'til you try it.

    By Sara Donnellan November 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • A blue lagoon cocktail on a black background.

    What Flavor Is Blue Curaçao Liqueur?

    You'd be forgiven for assuming the vibrantly shaded blue curaçao liqueur is blueberry or blue raspberry flavored, but the sweetened spirit is neither.

    By Tim Forster November 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Assorted cocktails including a Manhattan and old-fashioned

    What Are Bitters And How Do You Use Them In Cocktails?

    These herbal extracts are tiny in amount but mighty in flavor, and they can change a drink from basic to beautifully complex.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley November 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Roy Rogers drinks with fresh cherries

    What Is A Roy Rogers Drink And Is It The Same As A Rob Roy?

    Apart from their American origins and similar garnishes, their shared reference to "Roy" is the only thing Rob Roys and Roy Rogers have in common.

    By Ginny Johnson November 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Dirty martini with olives

    The Best Appetizers To Pair With A Dirty Martini

    The bold flavors of this drink pair exceptionally well with these menu items. Here's why these appetizers taste so good when you're drinking a dirty martini.

    By Ginny Johnson November 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Glasses and jars of pickle juice and amber liquor

    The Best Cocktail To Make With Leftover Pickle Juice

    Don't pour leftover pickle juice down the sink after polishing off a jar of gherkins. Repurpose the tangy, salty brine by adding it to this classic cocktail.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley November 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Dirty martini

    The Expert-Approved Dishes You Should Order With A Dirty Martini

    Whether you're fond of dirty martinis or want to try one, it's worth pairing the drink with the right food. We asked an expert for two dishes that fit the bill.

    By Tony Cooper November 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Bartender pouring red cocktail into martini glass

    The Difference Between A Metropolitan And Cosmopolitan Cocktail

    There's a big difference between a metropolitan cocktail and a cosmopolitan. Here's how to crack the code and order your favorite drink.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • A bottle of Tingala gold on a bar

    What Gives Tingala Liquor That Tingling Sensation?

    You might have heard of the trendy spirit Tingala, which offers a characteristic, mouth-tingling sensation. Where does that effect come from, though?

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Cases of Kirkland London Dry Gin at Costco

    What Brand Makes Costco's Kirkland Signature London Dry Gin?

    Costco doesn't always name the producers behind its popular Kirkland Signature products, but Kirkland Signature London Dry Gin is a different story.

    By Greta Pano November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Two people toast Aperol spritz cocktail glasses

    How To Transform Your Aperol Spritz Into A Fall-Worthy Drink With One Ingredient

    This easy twist on an Aperol spritz turns your go-to summer cocktail into a sweater weather sipper. Here's how to mix things up in one simple step.

    By Shriya Swaminathan November 18th, 2024 Read More
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