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Mixology And Techniques

  • Pouring vodka into a glass

    The Worst Mixer For Vodka Cocktails Can Leave You Feeling Like A Jittery Mess

    Vodka lends itself to a wide variety of mixers, some of which are better than others. Here's one mixer to leave out of your vodka if you don't want the jitters.

    By Tony Cooper 1 hour ago Read More
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    What It Means To Order A 'Back' With Bourbon On The Rocks

    A nice bourbon on the rocks is a great drink to sip after a long day, but it can be upgraded with the addition of a "back." Here's what you should know.

    By Lauren Bulla 15 hours ago Read More
  • Watermelon drink with lemons in a watermelon bowl

    How To Make A Watermelon Drink Bowl To Enjoy Pretty Summer Cocktails

    Turn a watermelon into a batch of refreshing cocktails and a pic-worthy serving bowl, perfect for summer cookouts, backyard BBQs, and afternoons spent poolside.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 2 days ago Read More
  • Orange cocktail in martini glass

    The Best Liquor Ratio To Use If You're Trying Out A Bourbon Martini

    Swapping the gin or vodka with bourbon for a sweeter, smokier, and richer take on a martini? See the expert recommended liquor ratio to craft the best tipple.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 2 days ago Read More
  • Various cocktails and a jar of pickles

    Start Adding Pickle Juice To These 8 Drinks

    Pickle juice is a surprisingly versatile ingredient for mixologists to use, and these drinks can benefit from its distinctively sharp flavor.

    By Katie Melynn 4 days ago Read More
  • a glass of ice with a lemony drink inside with a straw, in the background is a plate with a lemon on it

    How To Infuse Citrus Flavor In Drinks Without The Steep Time

    Normally, if you want an infused drink, you have to wait a few hours for the flavors to meld. Here's how to infuse citrus into drinks without the wait.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 days ago Read More
  • Four beers in fancy glasses arranged in a row.

    Mix An IPA And Rum For A Delicious Cocktail With A Surprisingly Citrusy Sip

    Beer-based cocktails don't get much attention, but they might capture your curiosity if you try this surprisingly citrusy cocktail that mixes rum with an IPA.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 5 days ago Read More
  • A bunch of rhubarb and a bowl of strawberries set on a round outdoor table with a glass and pitcher of pink cordial

    Transform Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Into A Cocktail With A Tasty Simple Syrup

    Strawberries and rhubarb are great for dessert, but you can easily turn them into a sweet red syrup to use in your favorite summer cocktails.

    By Christopher Hastings 5 days ago Read More
  • Line up of various cocktails on a black background

    12 Refreshing Ginger-Ale Cocktails That Only Require A Few Ingredients

    Ginger ale might have been included in cocktails you've had, and for good reason. Read on to learn how this additive can help spice up your cocktails.

    By Emily M Alexander 6 days ago Read More
  • Two spicy margaritas next to red and green chile peppers and limes

    Infuse Tequila With This Unexpected Ingredient To Give Your Margaritas An Extra Kick

    Margaritas are one of those classic cocktails that we always go back to. Make your next marg extra special and infuse your tequila with this unique ingredient.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago Read More
  • shrimp tacos

    What's The Best Boozy Beverage To Enjoy With Seafood Tacos?

    Seafood tacos are always a treat, but they truly come into their own when paired with the right boozy beverage. Here's the very best to pair with them.

    By Jessica Riggio 7 days ago Read More
  • Frozen orange cocktail

    The Classic 3-Ingredient Summer Cocktail That's So Easy To Transform Into A Frozen Treat

    When it's too hot to go outside, you can make frozen cocktails at home. With just a few ingredients, you can make this popular citrus cocktail into a slushy.

    By Jackson Williams 7 days ago Read More
  • Glass of whiskey with a large rectangular piece of ice

    What Exactly Is A 'Blended' Whiskey?

    The world of whiskey is filled to the brim with confusing terms you need to learn, including "blended" whiskey. Here's what you should know.

    By Robert Bruce 8 days ago Read More
  • A bartender garnishing several cocktails

    Why Asking For An Extra-Strong Cocktail At The Bar Is A Total Insult

    If you prefer an extra-strong cocktail, you should reconsider asking for one at a bar. Before you insult the bartender, find out how to ask for a strong drink.

    By Tony Cooper 9 days ago Read More
  • Red Sichuan peppercorns on a spoon

    5 Cocktails That Pair Perfectly With Szechuan Peppercorns

    Beloved in many savory dishes, Szechuan peppercorns offer a truly unique flavor that also works surprisingly well in cocktails. Here are five to try.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 11 days ago Read More
  • A steaming cup of coffee placed on a white saucer, with scattered coffee beans around it

    Coffee And Wine Come Together For The Perfect Bold Brunch Drink

    If there's one constant struggle during brunch, it's deciding what to drink. Mimosas are the go-to, but they get boring. Next time, try a coffee-and-wine combo.

    By Macy Sandel 14 days ago Read More
  • pictured peanut butter infused whiskey

    Fat-Washed Bourbon Is Your Ticket To Peanut Butter Flavor In Your Favorite Whiskey Cocktails

    Whiskey cocktails are an impressively varied bunch, but some of the best involve a little peanut butter flavor. To achieve that, try fat-washing your bourbon.

    By Nikita Ephanov 15 days ago Read More
  • Mugolio being poured from a bottle

    Add This Surprising Ingredient To Your Next Cocktail For A Unique Twist

    Next time you want a cocktail, look to this surprising ingredient that will add fresh, forest-floor notes to your old-fashioned, Sazerac, or martini.

    By Ilene V. Smith 16 days ago Read More
  • Generic whiskey bottles with person mixing drink in background

    12 Easy Tips To Upgrade The Taste Of Cheap Bourbon

    We asked expert Chris Walster of The Cask Connoisseur to share some of his best tips for making a bottle of cheap bourbon more drinkable.

    By Emily M Alexander 17 days ago Read More
  • A martini in a frosted glass with a lemon twist on a neutral grey backdrop.

    If Martinis Are Your Drink Of Choice You Need To Be Making Them The Dukes Way

    Fond of a dry martini? Give this revered London bar's decades-old mixology technique a try for an elevated spin on the classic cocktail.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 18 days ago Read More
  • bartender pouring bourbon into a glass

    What It Means If You Order A 'Bourbon And Branch' At The Bar

    Many great bourbon cocktails have been made throughout history, but few have the bonafides of a bourbon and branch. Here's what the drink actually is.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 19 days ago Read More
  • Gimlet in a Nick and Nora glass surrounded by ice

    How Gimlet Drinks Should Be Served Every Single Time

    Made with gin, lime juice, and simple syrup, the gimlet is a classic cocktail. For tradition's sake, we asked an expert how it should always be served.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 19 days ago Read More
  • prepared Lone Ranger cocktail

    Tequila Isn't Working Alone In The 4-Ingredient Lone Ranger Cocktail

    The Lone Ranger cocktail is a refreshing, (sometimes) pink-hued sling that stars tequila. One other alcoholic component helps out in this four-ingredient drink.

    By Nikita Ephanov 21 days ago Read More
  • A pitcher of lemonade on a wooden table; whole and halved lemons are also in the frame.

    The Only Type Of Lemonade To Mix With Bourbon For The Best Taste Possible

    Bourbon lemonade is a fairly minimalist mixed drink. So, for the best tasting bourbon lemonade possible, this is the only type of lemonade that will do.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 21 days ago Read More
  • Stanley Tucci smiling

    Stanley Tucci Opts For This Brand Of Tequila When Making His 3-Ingredient Tequila-Tini Cocktail

    Actor Stanley Tucci moonlights as an amateur bartender on his social media, and he revealed his favorite tequila for his tequila-tini recipe.

    By Allie Fasanella 21 days ago Read More
  • A lovely Miami Vice cocktail on a bar tops a frozen piña colada with a frozen strawberry daiquiri.

    Mash Up These Tropical Cocktails To Make The Iconic Miami Vice Drink

    Perfect to sip on while you're poolside or on the beach, you can't go wrong with a Miami Vice. Here's how to combine two cocktails into one iconic frozen drink.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 22 days ago Read More
  • three cocktails with smoke behind them

    11 Best Smoked Cocktails You Can Make At Home

    Not just for mixologists, smoked cocktails are a great way to upgrade any cocktail classic. We interview an expert for all the tips and tricks.

    By Ksenia Prints 24 days ago Read More
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