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  • Franklin Delano Roosevelt with pup in car

    How FDR Championed The Dirty Martini

    Plenty of drinkers have a favorite go-to cocktail, but President Franklin Delano Roosevelt was particularly loud and proud about his love for the dirty martini.

    By Buffy Naillon July 4th, 2024 Read More
  • toasting with cocktails over brunch

    The Expert-Approved Cocktail Pairings To Try With Brunch Eggs

    If brunch was a movie, cocktails and egg dishes would play leading roles. As with any set of co-stars, it's important that they work well together.

    By Elias Nash July 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Three beer mugs in sunshine

    5 Mixers You Need To Make Cheap Beer Taste Better

    No matter what problem you're having with your cheap beer, there are ways you can make it taste better. Here are some essential mixers you should have on hand.

    By Matthew Lee July 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring glass of whiskey

    What Rotgut Means For Whiskey And Why It Should Send You Running

    While rotgut whiskey sounds bad, it's even worse than you think, as this particular form of alcohol has left many victims in its wake.

    By Andrew Amelinckx July 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring a draft beer

    The Beer Glass Test To Suss Out Restaurant Cleanliness

    Did you know that aside from affecting your beer taste-wise, your beer glass can tell a story of how clean (or dirty) a particular restaurant's glassware is?

    By Tony Cooper July 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Can of Dr. Pepper on green background

    The Dr. Pepper And Pickles Drink Might Just Be Odd Enough To Work

    People are mixing Dr. Pepper and pickles across social media, but why might this strange combination actually work?

    By Emmy Schneider-Green July 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A group toasting with wine glasses

    9 Unique Winery Experiences In Napa And Sonoma Valley

    Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley, home to some of the best wineries in the world, have no shortage of unique experiences. Here are some of the best ones to try.

    By Fiona Chandra July 1st, 2024 Read More
  • People toasting with cocktails

    The First Ever Cocktail Used An Unexpected Mixer

    In the 17th century, it was hard for sailors to get the mixers we know and love today, so here's the surprising mixer they used for the first ever cocktail.

    By Matthew Lee June 30th, 2024 Read More
  • coffee cup on beans

    Harvest Date Vs Roast Date: Which Matters Most For Buying Coffee?

    Coffee lovers like to debate whether harvest date or roast date is more important when shopping, but it's clear which means more for the freshness of the beans.

    By Buffy Naillon June 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Tray of dirty martini and olives

    9 Best Gins For Your Dirty Martini, According To The Pros

    If you're getting ready to throw together a dirty martini - or even just order one - there are a few spirits that are better for the job than others.

    By Fiona Chandra June 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Glasses with tequila and lime

    The 14 Best Mixers For Your Tequila, Ranked

    If you want to branch out from your usual margarita, we've come up with a solid list of your best options for mixers for tequila that you're sure to enjoy.

    By Sarah Vallie June 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring champagne with breakfast

    The Best Wines To Sip With Brunch According To The Pros

    To find your perfect wine pairing for brunch, take a cue from these industry pros who know a thing or two about choosing the best beverage.

    By Alli Neal June 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Hot chocolate and cocoa beans

    The Absolute Best Instant Hot Chocolate Mix That Money Can Buy

    Are you a fan of store-bought hot chocolate mixes? Look no further than this decadent brand, the best that money can buy.

    By Tony Cooper June 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Paper plane cocktail

    The Best Bourbon For A Juicy, Bright Paper Plane Cocktail

    The paper plane cocktail only has four ingredients, but you'll need a bold bourbon to stand out. Here's how to pick the best bourbon for this strong drink.

    By Tony Cooper June 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of chicken noodle soup

    The Boozy Ingredient You Need To Level Up Comforting Chicken Soup

    To upgrade your chicken noodle soup, there's an unexpected ingredient that can improve the taste, and you might already have it in your liquor cabinet.

    By Jonathan Kesh June 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring red wine into glass

    When In Rome, Add A Pinch Of Salt To Elevate Your Glass Of Red Wine

    If you've never added a pinch of salt to your glass of wine, maybe it's time you start doing so. But don't take our word for it - just ask Ancient Rome.

    By Camryn Teder June 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Pu-erh tea in glass cup

    You Can't Have A Perfect Cup Of Decaf Tea Without Dumping It Out First

    You can't have a perfect cup of decaf tea without dumping it out first

    By Matthew Lee June 25th, 2024 Read More
  • haunted Biltmore House in North Carolina

    The World's Most Haunted Wineries

    If you enjoy a little haunted history while you imbibe, why not visit one of the world's most haunted wineries? You might just meet a spirit while you sip.

    By Sera Parris June 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Kalimotxo with lemon in glasses

    The Best 2-Ingredient Cocktail To Make From Boxed Red Wine

    Not a fan of boxed red wine? Don't knock it until you've tried it in this delicious simple cocktail which is believed to date back a century.

    By Tony Cooper June 24th, 2024 Read More
  • A tray of bloody mary pickle shots

    Turn Your Pickles Into Bloody Mary Shot Glasses And Thank Us Later

    Instead of drinking your bloody mary from a big glass, you can cleverly turn whole pickles into shot glasses for the classic drink in just a few simple steps.

    By Kathryn Steane June 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Hot water trickling tea bag

    Scientists Figured Out How To Prevent Film From Forming On Your Tea

    If you're a tea drinker, you've no doubt encountered an icky film on top of your favorite beverage. Luckily, there are ways to rid your tea of that nasty film.

    By Matthew Lee June 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Roasted coffee beans close up

    Why It's A Mistake To Store Coffee Beans In The Bag They Came In

    Keeping your coffee beans in the bag you bought them in is a mistake that can zap their freshness before you've even had the chance to enjoy a cup.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • different cocktails

    The Favorite Cocktails Of 9 Celebrity Chefs

    We've got a superb lineup of cocktails straight from the celebrity chefs who enjoy them. From Ina Garten to David Chang, let's see if there are any surprises.

    By Patricia Grisafi June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Bartender placing thyme in glass

    Why Do Mixologists Slap Herbs?

    Have you ever seen a mixologist smack an herb before putting it in a drink? It's not just for show -- there's an important reason for this technique.

    By Camryn Teder June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Colorful glasses of juice next to their ingredients

    The Only Ingredient You Need To Fix Overly Sweet Fruit Juice

    Natural or not, sometimes the saccharine flavor of fruit juice can overwhelm the taste buds. Fortunately, there's an easy fix that requires just one ingredient.

    By Ann Meyer June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Negroni cocktail citrus and spoon

    Your Negroni Will Taste So Much Better With Coffee Ice Cubes

    If you're a fan of a negroni, with its blend of gin, Campari and sweet vermouth, you'll want to freeze up some coffee ice cubes for your next cocktail hour.

    By Matthew Lee June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Old-fashioned with ingredients

    How To Make The Best Old-Fashioned You've Ever Had

    An Old-Fashioned cocktail might be simple, but can be a little intimidating to make at home - unless you follow these helpful steps and bits of advice.

    By Helena Nichols June 22nd, 2024 Read More
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