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  • two people holding campari cocktails, cheersing

    How A Pinch Of Salt Softens Cocktails With Campari's Bitter Edge

    Campari is great, but the bitter edge of the Italian liqueur can be a bit much for some. Soften Campari cocktails out using this little salt trick.

    By Dennis Lee 4 months ago Read More
  • Racks of old Champagne bottles

    Why The Baltic Sea Is A Graveyard For Champagne Bottles

    You might not think that Champagne and the Baltic Sea are related, but you can actually find a bunch of this sparkling wine at the bottom of the ocean there.

    By Kristen Pizzo 4 months ago Read More
  • Two orange summery cocktails in wine glasses on a tray

    Keep Guests Happy This Summer With A Simple Cocktail Technique

    Summer is a time for parties, but if you're not sure what to do with all of your guests there's a simple way of making them happy which is surprisingly simple.

    By Dylan Murray 4 months ago Read More
  • Skewered blue cheese olives suspended above a martini

    The Mistake To Avoid When Adding Blue Cheese-Stuffed Olives To Your Martini

    A blue cheese-stuffed olive can be the perfect finish to a martini, especially a dirty one, but don't make this cocktail garnishing mistake!

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • two yuzu in a basket

    Don't Throw Out Yuzu Peels – Make An Italian-Inspired Liquor Instead

    Yuzu is an underappreciated fruit popular in Asia. Why not try a little fusion and make a yuzu version of this classic Italian liqueur at home?

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • A collection of colorful Jell-O shots

    The Late Musical Satirist Who (Maybe) Invented The Jell-O Shot

    A musical satirist with an extensive repertoire of lived experience passed away on Saturday. One quirky accomplishment was the invention of Jell-O shots.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • Pouring vodka into shot glasses

    The Country That Exports The Most Vodka In The World

    Vodka has a strong cultural association with Russia, but it's not the largest exporter of this spirit. Here's the country that actually puts out the most vodka.

    By Moriah House 5 months ago Read More
  • two martini cocktails in martini glasses

    You Could Be Ruining Your Martinis With This One Fatal Mistake

    Classic cocktails like the martini are hard to mess up, right? Wrong. You're probably mixing up a bad martini at home if you're making this common mistake.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 5 months ago Read More
  • A bartender shakes two drinks at once

    Fat-Washing Is The Bartender's Trick To Add Mouthfeel To Your Homemade Cocktails

    Bartenders have a number of tricks up their sleeves which allow them to create wonderful concoctions. Fat-washing is an intermediate skill all should know.

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • A customer browses the wine section at Costco

    The Luxury Wine Costco Sells For A Steal

    You could be poppin' luxury bottles for hot dog-n-soda money. Snag a case of the fine wine Costco sells at a discount, and sip your way to the high life.

    By Ellery Weil 5 months ago Read More
  • Woman refusing to drink a beer that disgusts her

    Old-School Beers We Don't See People Drink Anymore

    These beers have been around for decades, in some cases, over a century. For various reasons, however, these brews lost their appeal with mainstream beer fans.

    By Billy Francis 5 months ago Read More
  • Musician Bruce Springsteen performing on stage.

    Bruce Springsteen Won't Drink This American-Born Beer On Tour

    Tour riders give us a peek into the inner workings of their favorite musicians. What does Bruce Springsteein's concert rider tell us? He's not a Budweiser fan.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • A man opening a bottle of wine

    What Should You Be Paying For Corkage Fees At A Restaurant, And Why Do They Have Them Anyway?

    Most restaurants that offer a wine menu will charge you a corkage fee if you want to bring your own. How much should you expect to pay and why?

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • group of people toasting beer at a restaurant

    Is It Rude To Order Another Round From A Food Runner At A Restaurant?

    Some sit-down restaurants will hire food runners to bring things to your table as opposed to your server. Is it rude to ask these runners for more drinks?

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • A pitcher and glasses filled with electric lemonade.

    This Boozy Blue Lemonade Is So Refreshing You'll Want To Sip It All Summer

    This lemonade is bright blue, but the hue doesn't come from blueberries. Find out how to make this refreshing cocktail and you'll be the star of every BBQ.

    By Paige Hughes 5 months ago Read More
  • A glass of whiskey with clear ice cubes

    Why Slow-Frozen Ice Cubes Make The Best Drinks

    Ice may seem like a straightforward cocktail ingredient, but slow-frozen ice cubes make the best drinks. Here's why the ice you're using behind the bar matters.

    By Willow Roberts 5 months ago Read More
  • A Manhattan cocktail in a glass with a cherry on the side

    If Manhattans Are Too Sweet For You, You Should Be Ordering Them 'Perfect'

    The classic Manhattan drink recipe has other versions, from smoky to dark and rich, but if you prefer the original but not its sweetness, this tip is for you.

    By Dylan Murray 5 months ago Read More
  • A family clinking glasses at a Mexican restaurant

    Why Tequila Can Only Legally Be Made In Mexico

    In case you weren't aware, tequila only comes from Mexico. This isn't because other countries don't like tequila, there's actually a specific reason.

    By Kristine Belonio 5 months ago Read More
  • A woman grabs room temperature bottle of beer

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Buying Unrefrigerated Beer

    You might not think twice about going into a store and grabbing a case of beer right off the shelf, but here's why that should give you pause.

    By Ben Hillin 5 months ago Read More
  • Hands pouring a drink through a strainer from a cocktail shaker

    How Much Ice Should You Be Putting In Your Cocktail Shaker?

    When a cocktail calls for ice, how much is too much ? And what about cube size — is bigger better? Our expert has answers for all your cocktail questions.

    By Cassie Womack 5 months ago Read More
  • Cans of boozy lemonades by the pool outside

    13 Boozy Bottled And Canned Lemonade Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

    Boozy lemonade is perfect for warm summer evenings, but which brand is the best to drink? We tried and tested 13 different varieties to find out.

    By Dani Zoeller 5 months ago Read More
  • Bartender serving beer over bar

    What Is A "Shift Drink" And What Are The Pros And Cons Of This Industry Perk?

    If you've never worked in the service industry, you might not know what a shift drink is. Allow this chef and restaurant owner to explain this employee benefit.

    By Rolland Judd 5 months ago Read More
  • Whiskey in a Glencairn glass with bottles in the background

    Cut Back The Bitterness In Whiskey With A Single Pantry Staple

    If you don't like the bitterness of whiskey, these drinks experts have a solution. It involves one pantry staple, and works in bars as well as at home.

    By Mariana Zapata 5 months ago Read More
  • Holding a pina colada in front of a crowded pool

    Does Adding Ice Last For A Frozen Cocktail Make It Stay Cold Longer?

    Frozen cocktails are a summer staple, but they aren't as fun once they've melted. Does adding ice last before blending really keep it cold longer?

    By Jonathan Kesh 5 months ago Read More
  • A bartender slices a citrus peel for a cocktail

    For Impressive Cocktails, Always Express This Side Of Your Citrus Peel

    You could plop a citrus peel in your drink, or you could express your citrus peel for an impressive cocktail that's full of flavor and popping with aromatics.

    By Alba Caraceni 6 months ago Read More
  • Bartender double strains a cocktail into a glass at a bar.

    When You Should Be Double-Straining Your Cocktails

    Double-straining a cocktail involves using a fine-mesh strainer to remove particles that might be left after the initial strain. Which drinks need it?

    By Allison Beussink 6 months ago Read More
  • Group of people smelling and tasting wine in a vineyard

    What Exactly Does Mousy Mean When Describing Wine?

    There are many terms wine people throw around that seem like another language if you're not in the know. Here's what mousy wine actually is.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 6 months ago Read More
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