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  • Cold beer cans close-up

    Yes, There Is A Proper Way To Store Canned Beer

    Whether you're buying a four-pack of tall boys from a craft brewery or a case of your favorite budget brew, you'll want to store your canned beer the right way.

    By Jackson Williams 12 months ago Read More
  • pomodoro pasta in a white bowl

    It Couldn't Be Easier To Pair Pasta And Wine With Pomodoro Sauce

    Finding the right wine to pair with a pasta pomodoro couldn't be easier. It's versatility lends itself to a wide variety of popular wines.

    By Raven Brunner 12 months ago Read More
  • Beer pitcher with beer glasses

    How Many Beers Are Typically In A Pitcher?

    When you're ordering a pitcher for the table at the bar, you'll need to be able to guess how many people it can serve. Here's how the numbers stack up.

    By Jonathan Kesh 12 months ago Read More
  • brandy in snifter and red apples

    Is Applejack The Same As Apple Brandy?

    You've probably heard of applejack and apple brandy, but do these terms refer to the same alcoholic drink? Here's everything you need to know.

    By Greta Pano 12 months ago Read More
  • butterbeer in mugs

    The Common Soda You Need To Make A Magical Butterbeer Copycat

    While variations may skip the whipped cream and caramel garnish or add alcohol, Harry Potter's butterbeer always contains this soda.

    By Jessica Riggio 12 months ago Read More
  • Bartender pouring a martini

    Here's The Actual Difference Between Vodka And Gin

    Vodka and gin have similar foundations, but in their final state, the two liquors are so different that they often aren't used in the same drinks and cocktails.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 12 months ago Read More
  • Budweiser bottle with glass

    The Discontinued Beer You Forgot Budweiser Once Made

    Bud Dry was introduced in the late 1980s and lasted for two decades. Here's what you need to know about this long-forgotten domestic beer from Anheuser-Busch.

    By Greta Pano 12 months ago Read More
  • pouring glasses of sparkling wine

    What Makes Spumante Wine Different From Champagne?

    Prepared differently than Champagne, but light, sweet, and easily accessible, spumante is an excellent, affordable alternative wine. Here's how to serve it.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 12 months ago Read More
  • bartender pouring cocktail through strainer

    Don't Have A Cocktail Strainer? Reach For This Tea Accessory

    If you want to make perfect cocktails but don't have a designated cocktail strainer, don't give up hope - you may have a substitute in your kitchen already.

    By Kim Ranjbar 12 months ago Read More
  • two classic Mai Tai drinks

    You Can Sip On The Original Mai Tai At One Iconic Georgia Restaurant

    The original mai tai was created at the dawn of the tiki movement. Its Georgia home still thrives and you need to go visit the restaurant from where it hails.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 12 months ago Read More
  • Two vodka martinis with olives

    Why The Vodka Martini Was Briefly Called The Kangaroo Kicker

    Before the vodka martini was the must-have drink for James Bond fans around the world -- and the bar staple it is today -- it went through a quirky phase.

    By Jolee Sullivan 12 months ago Read More
  • displayed glass of Scotch

    What Does Peat Mean When It Comes To Whiskey?

    If you've ever smelled or tasted peated whiskey, you surely noted it's distinct flavor. Often used in scotch, here's what peat means when it comes to whiskey.

    By Nikita Ephanov 12 months ago Read More
  • shots of tequila

    What Proof Is Tequila Typically?

    It's true that alcohol proofs can vary widely depending on the product, but there's a general range that most tequilas fall within. Here's what that means.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 12 months ago Read More
  • Two glasses of white wine on a barrel.

    Wait, Not All Wine Is Vegan?

    The winemaking process is complicated and multi-leveled. One step renders many wines unfriendly to vegans, and we discuss how that happens.

    By Tim Forster 12 months ago Read More
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    The Sugar Standard That All Tequilas Must Follow

    There's a long history of how tequilas are certified as pure versus bottom-barrel, and a lot of it has to do with the specific kind of sugar used in the liquor.

    By Nikita Ephanov 12 months ago Read More
  • Mick Jagger performing 1970s

    The Tequila Cocktail Favored By Mick Jagger

    It takes a huge level of stardom to make a little-known cocktail popular. But that’s what happened in 1972 when Mick Jagger first tasted this tequila drink.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 12 months ago Read More
  • Beer at Oktoberfest

    What Type Of Brew Is An Oktoberfest Beer?

    If you celebrate Oktoberfest in America, chances are you're not drinking authentic Oktoberfestbiers. There are two types of beer historically served in Munich.

    By Faefyx Collington 12 months ago Read More
  • Close up of aluminum kegs

    How Many Beers Are In A Standard Keg?

    If you're throwing a big party, you might be better off getting a keg instead of individual beers. But you'll need to know how many kegs to get for your guests.

    By Greta Pano 12 months ago Read More
  • Dirty martini with olive skewer

    Elevate Your Dirty Martini With Sauerkraut This Oktoberfest

    Oktoberfest isn't just about beer. If you're a martini fan, try spicing up your drink of choice with an Oktoberfest-appropriate twist: sauerkraut.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 12 months ago Read More
  • cans of Four Loko

    The Reason Original Four Lokos Were Banned

    The heyday of the original Four Loko was brief, but why exactly did the FDA step in and ban the popular drink?

    By Andrew Amelinckx 12 months ago Read More
  • Stout glass, kegs, and tap

    What Is Stout Beer And How Should You Drink It?

    Stouts might seem like an acquired taste, but their creamy, smooth, bold flavor is worth a try. We've got all you need to know about this delectable dark beer.

    By Lyla Porter 12 months ago Read More
  • Hands cheer beers

    Yes, You Can Freeze Beer But Do It Correctly

    From the fridge to the pantry, there's a time and place to store beer in just about any location. For example, have you ever thought about freezing beer?

    By Camryn Teder 12 months ago Read More
  • Dr Pepper museum and truck

    Dr Pepper Enthusiasts Can Bask In One Special Texas Museum

    Dr Pepper fans, rejoice: There's a museum just for you. Head down to Waco, Texas for a Dr Pepper themed experience and adventure through history.

    By Raven Brunner 12 months ago Read More
  • two martinis with olives

    How To Order A Martini Like You Know What You're Doing

    With all the terms and variations on this drink, ordering a martini may seem daunting. Here's how to ask for one like you know what you're doing.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 12 months ago Read More
  • hand pouring champagne into glass

    Why Champagne Is Ruining Your Spritz (And What To Use Instead)

    Sabato Sagaria, beverage director of Marc Forgione's Respect Hospitality Group, tells us what to use instead of Champagne for the best Aperol spritz.

    By Allie Ward 12 months ago Read More
  • Pouring wine into glasses

    How Many Glasses Of Wine Are In A Bottle?

    Each bottle of wine contains a certain number of standard-pour glasses. So we decided to lay out the details of how this works with the various bottle sizes.

    By Buffy Naillon 12 months ago Read More
  • drinkers enjoying spritz cocktail

    The Perfect Spritz To Sip As The Weather Gets Colder

    A spritz might be your go-to drink in the summer, but there's no reason to skip it as the weather cools. Here's expert advice for serving it in any season.

    By Nikita Ephanov 12 months ago Read More
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