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  • An Irish coffee topped with whipped cream sits on a wooden table next to a copper shot glass

    How Strong Your Brew Has To Be For The Ultimate Irish Coffee

    While it might seem that any coffee can be turned Irish with a quick shot and stir, the best Irish coffee actually requires a specific type of brew.

    By Erin Metz 9 months ago Read More
  • Pink Salmoncito cocktail in ice filled glass sits on a table

    Salmoncito: The Mexico City Cocktail Perfect For Grapefruit Lovers

    If you love a good paloma and appreciate a gin and tonic, it's time to meet a drink that brings the best of both with a splash of negroni: the salmoncito.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed 9 months ago Read More
  • Brownish-colored cocktail in rocks glass with an orange peel twist

    The Simple Swap That Turns An Old Fashioned Into A Fancy Free Cocktail

    A fancy free cocktail is what you call an improved cocktail -- which means that its base, in this case, an old fashioned, as maraschino liqueur added.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson 9 months ago Read More
  • Two frozen cocktails with sugared rims sitting on star platter

    The Festive Drink That New Orleans Serves Frozen

    If you're in New Orleans around the holidays you may want to search out this festive frozen drink that is a new take on a spirited favorite.

    By Carole Mac 9 months ago Read More
  • Friends toasting their glasses of beer together

    How To Play Japan's Famous Ping Pong Pang Drinking Game

    The drinking game Ping Pong Pang, famous in Japan, is so simple that anyone (over the age of 21) can play. Just make sure you have at least four players.

    By Megan Forrester 10 months ago Read More
  • A light peach colored highball cocktail in a tall glass with a straw and half passion fruit garnish

    The Ingredient Swap To Give Your Highball Cocktail A Tropical Twist

    Highballs may only have two ingredients, but you still have room to get creative, and using this tropical ingredient instantly makes your drinks more dyanmic.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson 10 months ago Read More
  • Yellow cocktail in martini glass with citrus peel spiral and cinnamon-sugar rim

    The Boozy Swap That Turns A Sidecar Into A Cable Car Cocktail

    The Cable Car, a twist on the classic sidecar cocktail, makes a big impact simply by swapping out the brandy for another type of intense booze.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson 10 months ago Read More
  • Clear glasses of bourbon over ice

    Bourbon May Be An American Spirit, But Its Name Comes From France

    As far as spirits go, nothing is more American than bourbon whiskey, but if it's so darn Yankee doodle, why is it named after a French royal dynasty?

    By Alba Caraceni 10 months ago Read More
  • Glass with ice and cocktail making equipment

    How To Spice Up Your Ice Cubes For Better Cocktails

    Elevate your cocktails by transforming plain, flavorless ice cubes into vibrant bursts of spice and flavor, adding both heat and complexity to every sip.

    By Lili Kim 10 months ago Read More
  • Portrait of President Warren G. Harding

    The 29th President Who Served Whiskey At The White House During Prohibition

    The 29th President of the United States was notorious for his love of whiskey - never mind that he was the first president during Prohibition.

    By Katie Moore 10 months ago Read More
  • A bottle of Kirkland Signature Añejo and Kirkland Signature Blanco Tequila in a shopping cart at Costco

    What Brand Is Behind Costco's Kirkland Tequila?

    It's well-known that Costco outsources the production of its Kirkland wines and spirits, and the producers' names are often shrouded in mystery.

    By Andy Hume 10 months ago Read More
  • Bartender muddling overflowing vodka soda with lime

    The Vodka Press Is A 3-Ingredient Cocktail For Fizzy Drink Lovers

    Not all cocktails need to be elaborate creations. Sometimes, something simple like a vodka press can be exactly what you need. Here's how to mix one.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 10 months ago Read More
  • Red cocktail in martini glass with lime curl garnish

    What Is A Metropolitan Cocktail And How Does It Differ From A Cosmopolitan?

    A cosmopolitan is a classic cocktail that every aficionado knows, but fewer people might know about the similarly named metropolitan. Here's the difference.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson 10 months ago Read More
  • Cases of Kirkland Rum

    The Notable Brand Behind Costco's Kirkland Signature Spiced Rum

    You may already know that Costco outsources all of its products, and liquor is no exception. So who makes Costco's Kirkland Signature spiced rum?

    By Sadie Stringer 10 months ago Read More
  • A bottle of Jägermeister laying flat on a wooden table

    What Type Of Alcohol Is Jägermeister, Anyway?

    Jägermeister is one of those drinks with a reputation that precedes it. But while you might know it as a party staple, do you know what kind of alcohol it is?

    By Jordyn Stone 10 months ago Read More
  • collection of various bottles of Japanese whisky

    Connoisseurs Distill The Ultimate Guide To Japanese Whisky

    If you're into whiskey, but you've never really delved into Japanese (whisky) here's an opportunity to learn all about it from some pros.

    By Emily M Alexander 10 months ago Read More
  • Fall sangria in glass pitcher

    How To Give Sangria A Wintry Twist For Your Thanksgiving Party

    Sangria, notorious as a perfect summer spritzer, can be made festive with a few tweaks perfect for the holiday season and your Thanksgiving bash.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed 10 months ago Read More
  • Friends laughing and enjoying cocktails at a bar

    The World's Oldest Cocktails Might Surprise You

    You might be surprised when certain cocktails were invented. Here's a list of some of the world's oldest (and most popular) cocktails.

    By Lauren Bair 10 months ago Read More
  • Four people toast with shots of soju

    How To Play Korea's Trendy APT Drinking Game

    The new Rosé and Bruno Mars song, "APT.," is flooding social media, and people are asking just what is that drinking game the two are playing?

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed 10 months ago Read More
  • bottles of Tito's Vodka in a row

    Here's How Many Times Tito's Is Distilled And Why It Matters

    Tito's distills its vodka quite a few more times than its competitors. What does the distillation process do, and why do the extra run-throughs matter?

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 10 months ago Read More
  • Pink squirrel cocktail with mint garnish

    The Pink Squirrel Is A Creamy, Retro Cocktail With 3 Easy Ingredients

    Lovers of creamy milkshake-like cocktails will delight in the Pink Squirrel, a simple concoction that uses a very special ingredient for color and flavor.

    By Jordyn Stone 10 months ago Read More
  • Old fashioned cocktail on a bar

    Manhattan Vs Old Fashioned: What Sets These Classic Drinks Apart?

    An old fashioned, widely regarded as the first cocktail, is quite similar to a Manhattan, but the two drinks differ in some very noticeable way.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt 10 months ago Read More
  • Easy's Cocktail Lounge

    A Speakeasy Bartender Slings Us 6 Cocktails To Order And 6 To Avoid

    When you visit a speakeasy it's a good idea to know the kinds of cocktails bartenders would rather not make. It's sorta like the proverb: When in Rome ...

    By Emily M Alexander 10 months ago Read More
  • tequila shots with lime

    What's The Difference Between Añejo And Extra Añejo Tequila?

    Tequila has a range of flavors and aromas that improve with age, and añejo and extra añejo tequilas take the longest to mature. So, what's the difference?

    By Allison Dienstman 10 months ago Read More
  • bottle of chatreuse and drink

    What Is Pont And How Is It Different From Chartreuse?

    Pont and Chartreuse are easy to mix up, as they both have green hues and botanical flavors. However, their ingredients and history are quite different.

    By Allison Dienstman 10 months ago Read More
  • Remember the Maine cocktail

    Remember The Maine: A Bold Rye Whiskey Cocktail Named After A Battleship

    With rye whiskey and sweet vermouth as the backbone, Remember the Maine, a cocktail named after a battleship, is somewhat similar to a Manhattan cocktail.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson 10 months ago Read More
  • Meatloaf sliced on plate with potato wedges

    The Boozy Ingredient That Seriously Elevates Classic Meatloaf

    Meatloaf is a staple in many households, the perfect easy, no-fuss dinner, but you can jazz it up and instantly elevate it with a splash of this spirit.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt 10 months ago Read More
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