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  • 3 bottles of Pappy Van Winkle

    What Is Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon And Why Is It So Expensive?

    Many have seen pictures of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon bottles but few have experienced it due to the price tag. So, what is it and why is it so expensive?

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • Cheers with two craft cocktails

    The Most Polite Way To Send A Drink Back, According To An Expert

    There's no reason to suffer through a beverage that isn't to your liking. If you want to send a drink back, just remember to be polite, direct, and patient.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Clarified cocktail in rocks glass with large ice cube

    Clarifying Is The Best Way To Preserve Citrus Cocktails

    Some of the most delicious cocktails include citrus, yet citrus oxidizes relatively quickly, giving them a short shelf-life. Fortunately, clarifying can help.

    By Catherine Rickman Read More
  • peeled horseradish root

    Infuse Your Vodka With Horseradish To Give Cocktails A Spicy Bite

    Any cocktail can get a spicier bite when you add a splash (or more) or some homemade, horseradish-infused vodka. Here's how to create it at home.

    By Kristina Vanni Read More
  • glasses of peach iced tea

    Enliven Your Stone Fruit Cocktails With Oolong Tea

    Stone fruits and cocktails go hand in hand, but throw sophisticated yet subtle oolong tea into the mix, and you'll really have a beverage to remember.

    By Bobby Huen Read More
  • friends tasting tequila and mezcal

    How To Taste The Flavor Differences Between Mezcal And Tequila

    All tequilas are types of mezcal, but not all mezcals are tequila. To really taste the differences, you need to know the flavor profiles behind each.

    By Chris Sands Read More
  • glass of whiskey with glass of water

    How Much Water You Should Add To Whiskey For The Best Tastings

    Contrary to what many gatekeepers say, you really should be adding some water to your whiskey. The question is simply how much do you add before losing flavor?

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • grilled lemon in pasta

    Up Your Margarita Game With Smoky Grilled Lemons

    There's no better way to celebrate than with a margarita - that is, until you try a margarita that's been infused with caramelized grilled lemons.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • Celery beverage in wine glass

    Celery Is The Unique Flavor Pairing For Smoky Mezcal Cocktails

    When you think delicious cocktail, celery soda may not spring to mind, but don't knock it until you try it - especially when paired with your favorite mezcal.

    By Andrew Housman Read More
  • Bottle of Drambuie with candle and chalices

    The Reason You Can't Substitute Drambuie Scotch

    To achieve its signature flavor profile, Drambuie incorporates a secret - and closely guarded - blend of herbs, spices, and oils known to only three people.

    By Bobby Huen Read More
  • Glass of iced tea with lemon

    Molson Coors' New Peace Hard Tea Has Officially Hit Store Shelves

    They're here! After teasing the launch, Molson Coors' new Peace Hard Teas have officially hit store shelves in the Southeast where they come in three flavors.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • Straining martini into glass

    Mid-Proof Spirits Are A Gateway To The Perfect Mellow Buzz

    Ideal for strictly social drinkers, mid-proof booze provides just as many sips with a potential reduction in hangover symptoms.

    By Catherine Rickman Read More
  • Bartender shaking a cocktail

    Lemon Drop Shots Are Better Shaken

    For anyone who loves the bite of lemon drop shots but sometimes wants them a bit smoother, more mellow, then you need to try this refreshing shot shaken.

    By Bobby Huen Read More
  • pouring espresso martini out of cocktail shaker

    Try The Dry Shake Technique For Foamy Home Bar Cocktails

    There's no need to leave home to enjoy your favorite cocktails - you just need to know the right steps to make the perfect drinks, like the dry shake method.

    By Carly Weaver Read More
  • Carajillo cocktail

    Carajillo Cocktails Are A Lighter Take On The Espresso Martini

    When the mood strikes for an espresso martini, but you don't want quite as much alcohol, then you need to turn to the Mexican carajillo family of cocktails.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Bobby Flay smiling close up

    The Sweet Sangria Bobby Flay Gifted To Ina Garten

    Ina Garten became fast friends with Bobby Flay when visiting his NYC restaurant Mesa Grill over the years and it's here he once gifted her with a sweet sangria.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Whiskey neat in glass

    What Does It Actually Mean To Take Whiskey Neat?

    Whiskey is an American tradition, but the way you order it can completely change your experience. Before you try whiskey neat, you need to know what it means.

    By Andrew Housman Read More
  • Hands holding various glasses of mimosa

    The Bottomless Cocktail Etiquette To Remember At Brunch

    Bottomless brunch cocktails can be a lot of fun. Nevertheless, there are rules. Ensure everyone has a good time by avoiding these etiquette mistakes.

    By Tim Forster Read More
  • Shots of vodka in front of fiery looking background

    What Vodka Is Actually Made From And Why It Gets Set On Fire

    One way to ensure that vodka has reached the appropriate alcohol content is by testing its flammability; in other words, distillers literally light it on fire.

    By Andrew Housman Read More
  • Espresso martini

    How To Make A Low Or Non-Alcoholic Espresso Martini

    Food Republic consulted Fernando Sousa, the bar manager at Diageo North America, for his advice on how to make tasty low or non-alcoholic espresso martinis.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Marcus Samuelsson smiling at NYC Public Library event

    Marcus Samuelsson's Caipirinha Cocktail Packs A Swedish Twist

    Marcus Samuelsson is renowned for his cuisine, but he makes a mean drink, too. His take on the caipirinha is sure to be a hit at your next big function.

    By Jennifer Mathews Read More
  • Red cocktail on bar

    The Cocktail Ordering Etiquette To Help You Get A Better Drink

    Knowing the difference between well liquor and call drinks will help you get your cocktail your way the next time you're enjoying at night out at the bar.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • hands toasting mixed drinks

    12 Beer Cocktails For The Best Of Both Boozy Worlds

    So you're a beer lover -- and that's awesome! But did you know there are lots of amazing cocktails you can make with beer? Yup! Beergarita anyone?

    By Emily M Alexander Read More
  • Bottle of alcohol exploding contents

    Bottle Wars Are The Latest Weird Flex For Megarich Clubgoers

    Clubgoers are flaunting their wealth by participating in a new trend called "bottle wars," in which people pour expensive liquor onto the floor.

    By Jennifer Mathews Read More
  • beer Spritz with Aperol

    Beer Should The Star Of Your Next Spritz Cocktail

    No champagne? No problem! Instead of using bubbly in your next cocktail, swap it out for a light beer to make summery drinks you and your friends will love.

    By Bobby Huen Read More
  • NY Bagel Sour cocktail

    The Whiskey Cocktail That Tastes Like A Bacon Egg & Cheese Bagel

    The drink captivating Tiktok is a cocktail called the NY Bodega Sour, which tastes like a BEC - also known as a bacon, egg, and cheese - from your local bodega.

    By Catherine Rickman Read More
  • Aperol Spritz close up

    To Make An Aperol Spritz, All You Need Is The Label

    Nothing says summer the way an Aperol Spritz does. Fruity and oh-so fizzy, it's the ideal drink. Best of all, to make it perfectly, just check the label.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
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