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  • Shot glasses of whiskey and pickle juice with pickles become a pickleback shot

    The Best Beer To Pair With A Pickleback Shot

    The pickleback comes as separate whiskey and pickle brine shots, but you can keep the party going with the perfect beer. So which brew works best?

    By Lauren Bair 2 months ago Read More
  • A glass of sidecar cocktail, oranges, and a cocktail shaker and stirrer

    Homemade Triple Sec Is The Perfect Summer Project For Overachievers

    You can mix your cocktail, or you can mix all the mixers for your cocktail, too. Leave no booze untouched with a DIY orange liqueur you can use in everything.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt 2 months ago Read More
  • Two standard margaritas with limes in them on a counter

    The Iconic Tequila Brand Chili's Uses In Its House Margaritas

    Chili's is popular for its tasty house margaritas and you don't get that reputation without using good spirits. What tequila brand does Chili's use, anyway?

    By Dylan Murray 2 months ago Read More
  • Cocktail in a highball glass with grapefruit and rosemary garnish

    When To Use A Highball Glass For Your Favorite Cocktails

    Behind a properly stocked bar you'll find all sorts of cocktail glasses, not the least of which is the highball glass. Here's when you should be using it.

    By Allison Beussink 2 months ago Read More
  • People holding glasses of margarita cocktails

    Give Your Cinco De Mayo Margaritas A Fizzy Upgrade With This Mexican Staple

    Lots of people choose to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a margarita. Upgrade yours with a fizzy twist courtesy of one popular Mexican ingredient.

    By Jacob Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • Whiskey being poured into glass from a bottle

    Want Your Bottom Shelf Whiskey To Taste Better? Try These 13 Mixers

    Bottom-shelf whiskey isn't always the smoothest booze on the market, but it can easily be taken to the next level with one of these mixers.

    By Elizabeth Arnold 2 months ago Read More
  • Cocktail glasses with orange peel on a blue tabletop

    Cheap Bourbon That's Actually Worth Buying

    On the hunt for a good bourbon? Think twice before dismissing the bottom shelf, where you can find several bottles that offer plenty of bang for their buck.

    By DB Kelly 2 months ago Read More
  • A collection of products sold by The Church Brew Works.

    The Storied Pennsylvania Brewery That Went From Church Pews To Pouring Brews

    This hip brewery in Pittsburgh restored the towering columns, elegant stained glass windows, and wooden pews of a historic church to bring people together.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand pouring glass of wine into one of three glasses at a table.

    Is It Cheaper To Order Wine By The Glass Or Bottle At A Restaurant?

    If you're looking to enjoy a glass or two of wine with dinner, is it cheaper to go for a wine by the glass or should you opt for purchasing a whole bottle?

    By Allison Beussink 2 months ago Read More
  • Brown liquor being poured into a clear whiskey glass

    The Sweet Treat That Pairs Perfectly With Drinking Bourbon

    Pairing bourbon with food is a classy move, but why not bring dessert into the mix? This popular sweet treat pairs perfectly with bourbon's flavor profile.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Several rows of bourbon barrels.

    Will The Bourbon Barrel-Aged Fad Ever Flicker Out?

    We asked an expert for his opinion on the fad of making products in a barrel that was used for aging bourbon to absorb its flavor.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Whiskey flight alongside pecan halves

    How To Infuse Your Bourbon With Pecan Flavor (And Vice Versa)

    We turned to expert Chris Blatner to find out how to properly pair pecans with bourbon for snacks or in baking, and the results were delicious.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed 2 months ago Read More
  • a flight of whiskey being poured

    Bourbon And Whiskey: What's The Big Difference Anyway?

    All whiskeys share some characteristics, but there are a few specific rules that separate the bourbon from the rest of the bottles you find at the store.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • A person pouring a pint in a pub.

    Keg Vs Cask Beer: What's The Actual Difference?

    Deciding between beer that's been stored in a keg or a cask is a huge choice, because they are very different. Here's what makes them so distinct.

    By Jacob Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • A pint of beer in the sun

    If You Enjoy Beer Outside This Summer, You Might Just Become A Mosquito Magnet

    Drinking a cold beer outside on a warm, summer's day is one of the pleasures of life. However, this boozy habit could turn you into a mosquito magnet.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • Wine spritzers in tall glasses with fruit and garnishes on the edge of each glass, all on a texturized concrete table.

    What Is A Spritzer, And How Is It Different From Seltzer?

    When warmer weather comes out, many of us reach for lighter drinks like a spritzer. But what is a spritzer, and is it really any different from a seltzer?

    By Shaun Melady 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand grabbing a bottle of sparkling wine from a store shelf.

    Stock Up On Your Favorite Wines And Whiskeys Before They Start To Break The Bank

    With the threat of tariffs looming overhead, now might be a good time to stock up on your favorite wines and whiskeys. Here's what you need to know.

    By Allison Beussink 2 months ago Read More
  • A bartender making a mixed drink.

    Requesting A Drink Be Made Strong At A Bar Is Pointless. Here's Why

    There are several things you should avoid saying to your bartender. Asking them to make your drink "strong" is definitely one of them.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Bottles of beer salt sitting on the shelves at a store.

    What Exactly Is Beer Salt And How Is It Different From The Normal Stuff?

    Beer salt doesn't exactly have the most intuitive name. Can you put salt in beer? Here's exactly what beer salt is and how it differs from table salt.

    By Jacob Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding a bottle of Stock Chocolate liqueur.

    How You Should Be Properly Storing Chocolate Liqueurs

    Unlike most popular alcoholic spirits, chocolate liqueurs require a little know-how if you want to maintain their quality. Here's how to properly store them.

    By Allison Beussink 2 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain smiles in a gray suit at a press event

    Anthony Bourdain's Hangover Cure Was Iconic (Even If It Might Not Work)

    Put down the Pedialyte and walk away from the Alka-Seltzer. Give Anthony Bourdain's four-part hangover cure a shot next time you're feeling under the weather.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • Two pints of beer sitting on a bar.

    The Georgia Dive Bar That Has One Former President's Face On Napkins All Over The Walls

    Dive bars are quirky places, but few have a vibe that can rival this Georgia bar thanks to the huge amount of napkin art that is stuck to its walls.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Charles Shaw wine bottles on display at Trader Joe's

    Here's Why Trader Joe's Wine Is So Cheap

    Forever in your Two Buck Chuck era? Here's how cheap and delicious Trader Joe's wine became the hottest thing on the shelves thanks to a certain boxed wine guy.

    By Allison Beussink 2 months ago Read More
  • Two tall glasses of beer on a table with food

    Why Beer Was Once Not Classified As An Alcoholic Beverage In Russia

    For some time, beer wasn't legally considered an alcoholic beverage in Russia. But why was this the case, and what changed?

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Dishes and glasses of wine sitting on a table.

    Why Food Tastes Better When You've Had A Little Booze

    We all know that food tastes better after you've had a few drinks, but why is that? The answer is not as straightforward as you might expect.

    By Mariana Zapata 2 months ago Read More
  • A bartender making cocktails.

    Here's What 'Call Drink' Really Means In Bartending

    Many bars offer 'call' and 'well' versions of the same drink. Knowing the difference between the two is the key to getting the most out of your experience.

    By Dennis Lee 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up on the labels of two bottles of Sam Adams Boston Lager.

    Was Sam Adams Beer Started By The Founding Father From Boston?

    With a brand name of Samuel Adams and a historic label, some consumers have wondered if the beer dates all the way back to before the American Revolution.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
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