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The world of alcoholic beverages is difficult to navigate alone. With so many different cocktail recipes and mixers to choose from, it’s important to approach each drink you create or imbibe with careful consideration. Whether your drink of choice is whiskey, vodka, tequila, rum, or gin, we’ve got you covered with our latest guides, how-to’s, and recipes. We’ve even put together quite a few wine, cider, and beer guides while we were at it.
The science of drinking at high altitudes (plus, expert tips for your mid-flight cocktail)
Your friends may think they're feeling those Jell-O shots more at a high-elevation retreat but they're just operating in an area with a bit less oxygen.
The 7 best vegan wines to add your rack
Vegan wine may sound odd, but most wine isn't actually vegan. Find the best vegan wines here.
This is the drink that replaced Bud Light as the most popular beer in the U.S.
For the first time in about a generation, Bud Light is not the most popular beer in America. That title, for a host of reasons, is now owned by Modelo.
12 whiskies perfect for Dad this Father’s Day
This Father's Day, give Dad what he really wants: whiskey. Here are some great options, from bourbon to Scotch.
The best mango cocktails to bring the tropics to your glass
Mangos and late spring go hand in hand. Here are a handful of great drinks that celebrate the tropical fruit.
The 6 best low-calorie drinks to order at the bar
There are plenty of alcoholic options out there that are far better than hard seltzers or light beers. These are some of our low-calorie drink favorites.
6 LGBTQ winemakers you need to know
Long ignored or left without proper access to the industry, queer winemakers are changing the game and making great juice en route.
Can AI make a better drink? We asked an expert (and the answer might surprise you)
AI is doing a lot behind the scenes. Now, chatbots are entering the cocktail world, offering recipes and new ways to balance mixed drinks.
How to actually cure a hangover, according to doctors
We spoke with Dr. Mahmud Kara, M.D., and Dr. Nicholas, medical editor at Centenary Edge, who gave us their professional opinions on the subject of hangovers.
Canned cocktails bank on childhood nostalgia (and we’re here for it)
All of the nostalgically delicious flavor we love, plus a little extra fun. It's a win-win.
The best wine picks for summer from our favorite sommeliers
Summer means gatherings, dinner parties, and any number of events that could use a good wine. Here are some great sommelier-backed bottles.
These are the best potato vodkas on the market
Potato vodka is the "healthiest" of vodkas, due to its gluten-free and sugar-free make. Here are a few savory, versatile vodkas that are worth a taste.
The 11 best banana liqueur cocktails for a taste of the tropics
Warning: This post contains a bunch of delicious and unique banana liqueur cocktails. You'll go B-A-N-A-N-A-S for these recipes. (Sorry-not-sorry for the puns.)
How to pick the absolute best tequila, just by looking at the label
How to pick the absolute best tequila, just by looking at the label
Tequila, like a lot of liquids, can contain additives. Looking at what that really means and the larger movement towards authentic agave spirits.
Elevate your takeout food with the right wine (they’re all under $22, too!)
Elevate your takeout food with the right wine (they’re all under $22, too!)
Takeout food is a godsend. It can also be made markedly better with the right wine, all without breaking the bank.
The very best airport watering holes, from LAX to JFK
Traveling about the country? These are the best airport bars, from LAX to JFK and busy hubs in between.
Star Wars drinking game rules you can use for all the movies
If you want to elevate your Star Wars watching experience, just grab a drink and follow along. We've put together a drinking game to play while you stream.
A guide to the many gems of Santa Barbara wine country
Now more than ever is the best time to taste the quality and craftsmanship hard at work in Santa Barbara wine country. Here are some ideas for where to go.
7 delicious whiskey mixers that aren’t Coke
While whiskey neat or on the rocks is likely the way distillers would prefer their products be enjoyed, these are the best ways to make a whiskey taste better.
The 19 best frozen drinks for impending heat waves
There's not much more refreshing in this world than the frozen drink, especially as summer hits. Here are 19 to try in 2023.
Make these Sherlock Holmes-themed cocktails for your next party
Looking to up your cocktail game? Make these creative Sherlock Holmes-inspired cocktails and truly wow your guests at the dinner party.
It’s time to learn about bourbon — here’s your guide
Born in the land of the free and the home of the brave, there is no spirit more American than bourbon. Here's a quick but thorough lesson on this whiskey.
Sotol is the super sustainable alternative to tequila that you’re going to love
Following the surge of Mexican spirits coming to the fore, Sotol is ready to have its moment. Given its highly sustainable nature, it may be here to stay.
These are the 7 best gin mixers to have in your home bar
The joy of gin is you can use a number of different mixers for simple, delicious drinks. Here are the best gin mixers you should have on hand for cocktails.
Mitchell & Ness teamed up with Miller Lite on throwback gear to help you look like your dad
Well-made, vintage-inspired clothing from Mitchell & Ness that's comfortable and stylish? Sign us up.
The Chartreuse shortage is real (and here to stay), but we’ve got some great substitutes
We're getting used to supply chain shortages. Here's how to work around the latest, a low stock of green Chartreuse.
Give Mom what she really wants with one of these 10 Mother’s Day cocktails
Once you’ve made her a delicious breakfast and presented her with a gift, there’s only one thing left to do: drink. Make one of these cocktails for Mom.
22 easy cocktail recipes you can make at home
From an Old Fashioned to a Tom Collins, we've curated a list of easy, classic cocktail drink recipes that you can try making from the comfort of your own home.
Here are a dozen great gins worth drinking straight
We've compiled the best gins to drink straight in 2023. These complex botanical spirits can stand on their own.
The coolest wine shops in America have it all
The coolest wine shops do more than sell wine; they offer an immersive, multi-sensory experience. Here are some of the best in America.
End the day right with the 5 best nightcap cocktails
A well-made nightcap cocktail is the preface to a good night's sleep. Here's more on the drinks and be sure to give these best nightcap cocktails a try.
The main takeaways from the cognac vs. whiskey conversation
Let's breakdown cognac and whiskey, two staple spirits of the drinks culture canon. Here's how the two really differ.
Museum finds wines from the 1700s hidden behind Prohibition-era wall
There have been some remarkable wine discoveries over the years. This one involves 18th Century Madeira in New Jersey.
A dozen of the best tequilas for margaritas, according to bartenders
Try the best tequilas for margaritas this 2023 to kick off your casual dinners and happy hours with your colleagues.
8 delicious drink recipes for Cinco de Mayo (that aren’t all margaritas)
Cinco de Mayo is about so much more than generic margaritas. Try these nine festive cocktails and see for yourself.
Study suggests making alcohol more expensive could save lives
Could more expensive liquor save lives (as in, increasing the cost of it)? Here's what buzzy new research has to say on the topic.
The 17 gin cocktail recipes you can’t live without
Be a home bartender this 2023 by trying our 17 essential gin cocktails recipes.
The best gins, according to those in the know (bartenders)
When it comes to gin, there are many options. We asked some of our favorite bartenders what they like best in the category. Here's what they said.
11 of the best sparkling water cocktails to rival hard seltzers
Hard seltzers are all the rage, but sparkling water cocktails are classic and timeless and can offer a better flavor regardless of the weather and the season.
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