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  • Assorted cocktails

    2 Cocktail And Dessert Pairings You Need To Try

    Pairing your after-dinner cocktail with the right dessert is an art form, and these two particular drinks and sweets go together seamlessly.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed 10 months ago Read More
  • Kir with crème de cassis

    What Is Crème De Cassis And Do You Use It In Mixed Drinks?

    Food Republic asked Molly Horn, Chief Mixologist and Spirits Educator at Total Wine & More, to share some tips about how to use crème de cassis in mixed drinks.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt 10 months ago Read More
  • toasting whiskey in glasses with ice

    Several Whiskeys (And Whiskies), Explained By Distillers And Mixologists

    Let's head straight into the whiskey barrel and learn about the spirit from some pros in the biz. Grab your rocks glass -- class is in session!

    By Lauren Bair 10 months ago Read More
  • Kir Royale cocktails with lemon zest

    Why You Should Try Adding Crème De Cassis To Sparkling Wine

    Try mixing crème de cassis -- a versatile black currant liqueur -- with sparkling wine to make a simple, yet impressive 2-ingredient cocktail.

    By Crystal Antonace 10 months ago Read More
  • Selection of alcohol-based drinks in different glasses

    3 Underrated Liqueurs You Should Keep On Your Bar Cart At All Times

    Most bar cards have the typical vodka, whiskey, tequila selections but what about less popular bottles? Our expert shares three underrated liqueurs to stock.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt 10 months ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri

    Guy Fieri's 3-Ingredient Fall Cocktail Is The Perfect Cozy Drink

    To take advantage of the crisp weather, dive into Guy Fieri's perfect autumn cocktail that needs only three simple, but delicious, ingredients.

    By Betsy Parks 11 months ago Read More
  • apple cider mimosas on a wooden table

    Let Apple Cider Mimosas Be The Star Of Your Fall Brunches

    Orange juice might not remind you of fall, so try swapping it out for apple cider to make mimosas that are absolutely perfect for an autumn brunch.

    By Danielle Esposito 11 months ago Read More
  • irish coffee in glass mug

    What Sets The Mexican Coffee Cocktail Apart From Its Irish Counterpart?

    A warm mug of Irish coffee is an unbelievable treat. But have you ever tried a Mexican coffee cocktail? Here's what sets the two apart and how to make them.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 11 months ago Read More
  • mimosa cocktails and Champagne bucket

    The Champagne To Guest Ratio You Need For Your Next Mimosa Brunch

    Mimosas are the perfect brunch cocktail - light, refreshing, and easy to drink. But how much Champagne should you allocate per guest for your next brunch?

    By Crystal Antonace 11 months ago Read More
  • tequila shots with lime and salt

    All Tequilas Need To Follow One Crucial Ratio For Authentication

    Despite the versatility of tequila as a spirit, all tequilas are alike in one very specific aspect: a special ratio determined by the Mexican government.

    By Allison Dienstman 11 months ago Read More
  • hand grenade cocktail

    Where To Find New Orleans' Powerful 'Hand Grenade' Cocktail

    What's green, mean, and packs a seriously boozy punch? It's the hand grenade cocktail. An explosive libation that is popular with revelers in New Orleans.

    By Allison Dienstman 11 months ago Read More
  • ingedients for an espresso martini

    The 3 Ingredient Beer Cocktail For Espresso Martini Lovers

    Beer drinkers might love this twist on an espresso martini more than the original, with a light fizz and complex coffee and chocolate notes for a crisp sipper.

    By Allison Dienstman 11 months ago Read More
  • person making cocktail in glass

    How Your Kitchen Scale Can Help You Craft Perfect Drinks

    You don't need to be a bartender to mix perfectly consistent and balanced drinks for your guests every time, as a scale will already get you halfway there.

    By Lili Kim 11 months ago Read More
  • Vodka cranberry cocktail with garnishes

    The Vodka Cranberry Cocktail That Was Invented By Ocean Spray

    Ocean Spray is now known for its many fruit juices, but decades ago, it got into the cocktail game. This famous, simple cocktail is the legacy it left behind.

    By Jack Rose 11 months ago Read More
  • old overholt cocktail with cherry

    What Is The Old Overholt Cocktail?

    Whiskey cocktails are popular, but the same can't be said of the Old Overholt cocktail. It's a strange fate, considering the whiskey it was made to highlight.

    By Allison Dienstman 11 months ago Read More
  • Saturn cocktail in Nick and Nora glass

    Saturn Cocktail: The 1960s Tiki Drink That Uses An Unexpected Spirit

    Not all tiki cocktails feature the spirit you would expect, rum. Instead, drinks like the Saturn use an herbaceous alternative that pairs well with the tropics.

    By Allison Dienstman 11 months ago Read More
  • flambéing food in flaming pan

    The Best Liquor To Use When Flambeing Food

    Food Republic consulted Cédric Vongerichten, executive chef and owner of Wayan in New York, to get some advice on the best liquor to use when flambeing food.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt 11 months ago Read More
  • Flaming baked Alaska set alight

    The Best Liquor To Use When You Light Up Baked Alaska

    Making a baked Alaska is a labor of love, so you want to get each detail right -- especially nailing the perfect liquor to flambe the whole thing.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt 11 months ago Read More
  • scotch whisky cocktail

    The Key Spirit You Need To Mix A Bobby Burns Cocktail

    Cocktail enthusiasts probably have a bottle of this essential spirit stashed in their cabinets, ready for mixing up this classic and straightforward drink.

    By Allison Dienstman 11 months ago Read More
  • Bottles and glasses of different spirits

    The Best Spirits To Booze Up Your Baking

    Which alcohol should you use to booze up your baking? Food Republic reached out to Cédric Vongerichten to get an expert's take on the question.

    By Khyati Dand 11 months ago Read More
  • Hilton hotel in downtown Atlanta

    The Tropical Hidden Gem Restaurant You Can Find Inside A Georgia Hotel

    Atlanta is thousands of miles away from the South Pacific, but visitors to the downtown Hilton can still get a taste of the tropics from a storied tiki bar.

    By Jack Rose 11 months ago Read More
  • French martini with raspberry garnish

    What Is A French Martini And How Does It Differ From A Classic One?

    The martini is an as elegant as it is simple, which has prompted plenty of variant. The French martini certainly looks unlike its predecessor, though.

    By Lili Kim 11 months ago Read More
  • boxes of london dry gin

    Who Makes Costco's Kirkland Signature London Dry Gin?

    The rumor mill is filled with theories of who makes the Kirkland Signature spirits at Costco, and we finally know who makes the London Dry Gin.

    By Maria A. Montalvo 11 months ago Read More
  • mimosa cocktails and Champagne bucket

    What Is The Proper Champagne To Juice Ratio For A Mimosa?

    To get some guidance on the proper ratio for mimosas, Food Republic spoke to Ronnie Ruffalo, co-owner and Director of Food and Beverage at Disco Pancake.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed 11 months ago Read More
  • Hands holding mimosas at brunch

    You Might Be Pouring A Mimosa In The Wrong Order

    Mimosas are a classic brunch cocktail with just two ingredients, but even those simple ingredients should be poured in the right order for the best bubbly sip.

    By Erin Metz 11 months ago Read More
  • Colorful ice creams and waffle cones

    Give Homemade Ice Cream The Best Texture With One Boozy Addition

    Whether or not you have an ice cream maker, you can achieve silky smooth ice cream with one simple (adult) addition: a bit of your favorite booze.

    By Adam Raphael 11 months ago Read More
  • Assorted cocktails on cutting board

    These Old-School Drinks Should Get Another Round, According To A Bartender

    While lots of modern cocktails are delicious, sometimes the classics hit different. These are some old-school drinks that should really make a comeback.

    By Emily M Alexander 11 months ago Read More
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