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  • 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 29 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago Read More
  • Candy in a pink cocktail with marshmallows and hard candy in the background

    5 Ways To Use Hard Candy As A Cocktail Garnish

    Cocktails offer a great way to get creative. These hard candy cocktail garnish ideas will add sweet flavor and visual style to your mixed drinks.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 1 month ago Read More
  • homemade ginger bug and chopped ginger beside it

    Do You Need A Ginger Bug Starter To Make Ginger Ale?

    Ginger ale fans know the joy of this sweet, slightly spicy soda. You can make your own at home, but do you need a ginger bug starter to do so?

    By Jaime Jacques 1 month ago Read More
  • A person's hands are seen carryong three milkshakes with straws.

    Why You Should Make 3-Ingredient Boozy Milkshakes Your Cocktail Of The Summer

    If you're in the mood for a summer refreshment that reminds you of your childhood and comes with an adults-only twist, try a simple boozy milkshake.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 month ago Read More
  • Two bottles of Fireball whisky

    Why A Soft Drink Mixer Is The Perfect Match For Fireball's Spice

    If you're planning on using a mixer the next time you opt for Fireball whisky, you should try out a soft drink for the perfect flavor complement.

    By Lauren Bulla 1 month ago Read More
  • A chocolate martini on a wooden table

    This Is Why Your Chocolate Martini Might Be Missing That Punch Of Sweetness

    If your chocolate martini doesn't quite yield the sweet notes you're craving, it could be your technique. Here's where that sweetness likely went.

    By Tony Cooper 1 month ago Read More
  • grappa served with coffee and sweets

    Why You Should End Every Dinner Party With This Boozy Italian Coffee Drink

    This boozy Italian coffee drink is the cherry on top of a delectable dinner party. Here's how to combine the two ingredients for the perfect digestif.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • Vintage image of a woman eating breafast

    This Vintage 2-Ingredient 'Breakfast' Is A Wickedly Boozy Way To Start Your Day

    If you're planning a big brunch or just want to enjoy a boozy breakfast on a day off, this vintage two-ingredient breakfast could start your day off right.

    By Ashlen Wilder 1 month ago Read More
  • red and orange homemade Jello shots

    When Choosing A Vodka For Jell-O Shots, Here's What To Consider

    Jell-O shots are a beloved way to get a party started, but you can't make them with just any booze. Here's what to consider when choosing vodka.

    By Greta Pano 1 month ago Read More
  • A glass drink dispenser on a wooden table outdoors

    Don't Set Up Your Backyard Drink Station Without Considering This First

    But no one will have much fun at your backyard barbecue if they're stuck in the hot summer sun without a cold drink. Enter the patio drink station.

    By Tony Cooper 1 month ago Read More
  • Jell-O shots of different colors

    The Special Ingredient That Makes Jell-O Shots Glow In The Dark

    Impress everyone at your next party with dazzling Jell-O shots that glow in the dark. All you need to make it happen is one simple ingredient.

    By Tony Cooper 2 months ago Read More
  • Glass of bourbon

    Why Bourbon Lovers Should Be Wary Of Special Wood-Finished Barrels

    There are a few things that every bourbon lover should know before reaching for a spirit that's been finished in a wood barrel; here's the low-down.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 2 months ago Read More
  • Shirley Temple drink

    The Best Grenadine Brands For A Deliciously Sweet Shirley Temple

    The Shirley Temple combines ginger ale with cherry-red syrup. For the sweetest sip, we asked an expert which grenadine brands are best for the classic beverage.

    By Jackson Williams 2 months ago Read More
  • Six friends at a cocktail making class with a bartender

    What Happens At A Cocktail Masterclass?

    If you've ever heard of a cocktail masterclass and maybe even considered going to one, you might have wondered what exactly they teach you.

    By Ilene V. Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • Top of gin cocktail with lemon wedge

    The Boozy Drink That Was Actually Invented Because Of A Well-Known Hoax

    Way, way back in the day, there was a fun and harmless hoax that spread from bar to bar. This hoax even lead to the creation of a time-honored cocktail.

    By Jackson Williams 2 months ago Read More
  • pink cocktail with sphere ice

    Here's When You Should Use Sphere Ice In Your Cocktails

    Choosing the right ice for your cocktail is more important than you might realize. Here's what to know about sphere ice, including when to use it.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 2 months ago Read More
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