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Cowboys Loved Guzzling Whiskey In These 5 Famous Old West Saloons

staff@thetakeout.com (Lottë Reford) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Saloons are a staple of Old West culture - a place where cowpokes could relax or get rowdy. Several Old West saloons remain open today; here are five notables.

Costco's Food Court Has Frappes For Half The Cost Of Starbucks — But Are They As Good?

staff@thetakeout.com (Dani Zoeller) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:40:00 +0000

Nothing hits quite like a brain freeze with a caffeine boost. We tried a Starbucks Frappuccino alongside Costco's cold brew mocha to compare taste and texture.

11 Worst Chain Restaurant Signature Cocktails Of All Time

staff@thetakeout.com (James Hornung) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Whether they're sickly-sweet, watered-down, or contain low-quality ingredients, customers are often disappointed by these chain restaurant cocktails.

Review: I'm Drunk In Love With This Margarita Ice Cream Made With Matthew McConaughey's Tequila

staff@thetakeout.com (Michael Palan) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:28:33 +0000

Alright, alright, alright! Is all actually right with Matthew McConaughey's libation swimming in a Tipsy Scoop ice cream and sorbet, or is it all wrong?

Why Your Starbucks Drink Tastes Different Every Time You Order It

staff@thetakeout.com (Joe Hoeffner) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Most coffee and restaurant chains aim for consistency across every location, so why do the drinks at Starbucks seem like they taste different every time?

Dunkin's 2026 Fall Menu Just Leaked And This New Flavor Might Surprise You

staff@thetakeout.com (Cassie Womack) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:18:53 +0000

A surprising flavor is taking center stage in Dunkin's just-leaked fall menu. It may well change the game if it does well and spreads to other chains.

John Wayne's Favorite Whiskey Brand Is From The 1800s, But You Can Still Find It Today

staff@thetakeout.com (Lottë Reford) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Like many Hollywood actors, John Wayne enjoyed a good drink and this brand of whiskey was his favorite. It's been around for centuries, but it's still on hand.

Here Are The Hands-Down Best Dive Bars In Every State

staff@thetakeout.com (Julie Blume Benedict) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:40:00 +0000

Visiting a local watering hole is one of the best ways to get a sense of a place. Some of the best places to grab a drink are out of the way haunts.

When You Drink Coffee Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Body

staff@thetakeout.com (Maria Scinto) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Coffee is a wildly popular drink around the world, but some people get nervous about the effect it's having on the body. Here's what daily consumption does.

The Booze Real Cowboys Used To Throw Back In The Old West

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

A century of Old West-related pop culture suggests that cowboys drank whiskey when not riding or roping. But history notes a very different drink of choice.

Review: Starbucks Overplays Its Hand With The Blended Energy Refreshers Menu

staff@thetakeout.com (Dani Zoeller) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:49:07 +0000

The Blended Energy Refreshers seemed like the perfect complement to summer. So, I rushed to Starbucks to determine if this new line of drinks is worth trying.

Starbucks Employees Are Already Putting The New 'Absolutely Atrocious' Orange Drinks On Blast

staff@thetakeout.com (Kat Olvera) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:35:29 +0000

Starbucks is set to release a new drink lineup this month, but its employees are not having it. This is what they're saying about the citrusy beverages.

The Internet Is Already Calling Erewhon's New $12 'Sacred Water' A 'Crime'

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:23:42 +0000

Erewhon is definitely not known as a destination for budget-minded shoppers. Unsurprisingly, folks on social media are calling out this expensive water.

10 Long Drink Flavors, Ranked Best To Worst

staff@thetakeout.com (Dani Zoeller) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:40:00 +0000

Long Drink has expanded beyond its original citrus recipe with bold flavors. Some are easy repeat purchases, while others are best left sitting in the cooler.

The Japanese Liquor On Costco Shelves You Rarely Find At Other Grocery Stores

staff@thetakeout.com (Moriah House) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Costco's prices are appealing, but it's also beloved for selling rare items. These include a popular brand of Japanese liquor that's hard to find in the U.S.

The Drink Cowboys Drank All Day And Night Long (And The Brand They Relied On)

staff@thetakeout.com (Jessica Riggio) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:00:00 +0000

Cowboys did a lot more than throw back cold ones in small-town saloons. Here's the drink they turned to as they worked from sunup until sundown.

The $2 Food Court Trick That Makes Your Next Ikea Shopping Trip 10x Better

staff@thetakeout.com (Maria Scinto) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Ikea shoppers are probably no strangers to the cheap eats at the Swedish furniture store's bistro, but not everyone knows of this $2 food court trick.

The Reasons Costco Can Keep Its Beer Prices So Low

staff@thetakeout.com (Brian Udall) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Like many items at Costco, beer is both plentiful and reasonably priced. But how does the grocery membership giant keep the cost of its suds so low?

The Major Japanese Brand Behind Costco's Green Tea

staff@thetakeout.com (Willow Roberts) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:20:00 +0000

Costco's Kirkland Signature Green Tea is a classic, but like many of its other Kirkland Signature products there's a big brand name behind the scenes.

This Popular Costco Kirkland Signature Product Is Getting Axed After Just 2 Years On Shelves

staff@thetakeout.com (Maria Scinto) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:39:13 +0000

When a product is popular with customers that's usually a good sign it'll stick around, but that's not the case for this Costco Kirkland Signature product.