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You're Doing It All Wrong - How To Make A Proper Daiquiri

staff@chowhound.com (Brianna Gunter) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:10:00 +0000

A classic daiquiri cocktail is a sophisticated, balanced drink with just the right amount of sour tang - but you have to craft it correctly.

10 Cocktail Trends Bartenders Want To Leave Behind In 2026

staff@chowhound.com (Sara Klimek) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:15:00 +0000

From excessive garnishes to Rotovaps, so many cocktail trends are, well, trendy, but these are the ones that bartenders want to leave behind in the past.

Until Jack Daniel's Releases A Bourbon-Rye Whiskey, These 2 Bottles Make An Elite Blend

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:35:00 +0000

Plenty of whiskey brands sell a bourbon-rye blend, but Jack Daniel's has yet to bring one to market. In the meantime, you can make your own using these bottles.

The 3-Ingredient Cocktail That Tastes Like Summer In A Glass

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Summertime cocktails evoke images of refreshingly cold drinks that tend to mimic the sunset with orange and pink hues. This simple cocktail is one of them.

15 Types Of Spritzes, Explained

staff@chowhound.com (Tysen Ling) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:15:00 +0000

Our expert explains the various spritz cocktails, from familiar classics to modern variations, to help you find the perfect refreshing drink for any occasion.

What Gives Guinness Beer That Iconic Black Color?

staff@chowhound.com (Julia Mullaney) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:55:00 +0000

Guinness is among the most recognizable beers in the world. Part of this is because of its famously dark color, which comes from this process.

What To Know Before Putting Booze In The Freezer

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:35:00 +0000

Stashing booze in the freezer is a great way to quickly chill a beer or keep vodka cold, but there are risks you should be aware of before you do so.

Why Bartenders Hate This Common Request

staff@chowhound.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:35:00 +0000

Creating a cocktail requires combining multiple ingredients with the appropriate ratios and serving it with the proper garnishes, so don't make this request.

Give Costco's Ready-To-Serve Cocktails A Summer Makeover: Here's How

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:35:00 +0000

Costco Kirkland Signature offers customers ready-to-drink alcoholic mixes, like margaritas, mimosas, or sangria, which can be made into frozen cocktails.

You Only Need 3 Things To Make This Dangerously Easy Jack Daniel's Float

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:05:00 +0000

This alcoholic float requires only three ingredients that blend liquor, sharp acidity, and sweetness, creating a dangerously easy and delicious treat.

What Is 'Dirty Ice' And When Should You Order It At The Bar?

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:05:00 +0000

Dirty ice is normally something that should send you running full tilt out of a bar, but sometimes, it's something you should intentionally seek out.

Give Your Classic Old Fashioned A Taste Of The Tropics With One Ingredient Swap

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:05:00 +0000

The old fashioned is one of the most foundational classic cocktails, but you can easily give it a tropical twist by making a simple substitution.

How To Dye Your Beer That Iconic St. Patrick's Day Green

staff@chowhound.com (Lauren Bulla) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:05:00 +0000

There's more to dyeing beer green for St. Patrick's Day than you think. But if you have these secrets, it's easier than finding gold at the end of the rainbow.

Ditch The Irish Coffee And Welcome The Grog Cocktail Into Your Next Boozy Brunch

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:25:00 +0000

If you're looking for a boozy brunch drink with an interesting history that packs in loads of punchy coffee flavor, you should get to know coffee grog.

Ditch The Basic Coke: Pair Jack Daniel's With This Instead

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:05:00 +0000

If you want to give your regular Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola a noticeable flavor upgrade, there's one change you should make to the classic mixed drink.

To Make A Whiskey Sour Like Martha Stewart, You'll Need This Game-Changing Ingredient

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:35:00 +0000

When Martha Stewart makes a whiskey sour, the lifestyle entrepreneur doesn't stick to the standard recipe. Here's how she upgrades the classic cocktail.

Do You Need A Specific License To Become A Bartender?

staff@chowhound.com (Craig Mattson) — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 02:25:00 +0000

Bartenders do more than just serve drinks; they need to keep an eye on legal tender and valid IDs, too. So do they need a license to work behind the bar?

Are Espresso Martinis Stronger Than Other Cocktails? Why It Might Feel That Way

staff@chowhound.com (Julia Mullaney) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:55:00 +0000

An espresso martini sounds like a perfect match, what with the punch of espresso pairing up with the kick of alcohol. But together they form a strong drink.

14 Bloody Mary Mixes Ranked Worst To Best

staff@chowhound.com (Sarah Dealy) — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:15:00 +0000

Whether you're a bold spice lover or classic cocktail fan, these taste-tested Bloody Mary mixes are the best for flavor, heat, balance, and brunch appeal.

8 Old Fashioned Cocktail Mixes, Ranked

staff@chowhound.com (Emily M Alexander) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:15:00 +0000

If you're looking for a tasty old fashioned but lack the time or the talent of a mixologist, you can't go wrong with our top picks for mixers.