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8 Sun Cruiser Flavors, Ranked

staff@foodrepublic.com (Becki Ledford) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Sun Cruiser has become a big name in canned cocktails, but how do its iced teas and lemonades stack up? We tried and ranked the brand's flavors.

The Company Behind Costco Kirkland Signature Rutherford Cabernet Wine

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Often found for under $20, Costco's Kirkland Signature Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon is a great-value expression. But what company is behind the bottle?

Who Makes Costco Kirkland Signature Côtes Du Rhône Wine?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Costco's Kirkland Signature makes a wide variety of products, and this includes a line of top-quality wines. However, who is the producer of its Côtes Du Rhône?

The Hands Down Best Type Of Steak To Pair With Scotch

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Scotch is powerful stuff; it coats your mouth indulgently, is pleasantly dry, and has a strong flavor all its own, so what steak should you pair with it?

Review: Starbucks' New Peanuts Drinks Will Have You Saying 'Good Grief!'

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:32:42 +0000

Starbucks' new Snoopy Glass Cold Cup has gone viral, and the chain has released two new Peanuts-themed Frappuccinos along with it. Are they any good?

11 Best Yeti Water Bottle Dupes Under $10

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

From sleek designs to convenient carrying handles, you can find plenty of insulated water bottles under $10 that pack the same punch as high-end Yeti models.

The Best Truly Hard Seltzer Flavor Smells Like Freshly Peeled Fruit

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Truly makes a type of hard seltzer that is second in popularity only to White Claw. We ranked this as its best flavor, and yes, it tastes like fresh fruit.

5 Simple Cocktails To Make With Costco's Kirkland Signature Canadian Whisky

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Costco's Kirkland Signature Canadian Whisky is a standard that is often compared to Crown Royal, and it makes a mean cocktail. Here are five of the best.

8 Common Costco Bakery Complaints From Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0000

The bakery section in Costco is sometimes a hit, and sometimes it is sadly a miss. These are some of the common complaints customers have about it.

The Cutwater Flavor That Outshines All Others By Miles

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Any fan of canned cocktails needs to try the brand Cutwater, which has a plethora of offerings and flavors. Even so, the best one outshines the others by miles.

Whiskey Vs Bourbon: Which One Makes A Better Old Fashioned Cocktail?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Whiskey and bourbon may be cousins, but the two liquors taste quite different. Which one makes the better old fashioned cocktail and why? Here's the answer.

The Best Starbucks Refresher Beats Out Tried-And-True Classics

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Starbucks made waves when it introduced Refreshers in 2012, and in the decade-plus since, it continues making waves with new flavors, some better than the OGs.

The Starbucks Refresher You Should Skip Unless You Like An Artificial Aftertaste

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Rather than being refreshing (as promised), Food Republic's taste tester found that this Starbucks drink leaves an artificial aftertaste on the tongue.

Why Keurig's Coffee Pod Inventor Regrets His Creation

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Keurig has no shortage of admirers, but one person who isn't among them is John Sylvan, the man who actually invented the K-Cup - and regrets it.

The Company Behind Costco Kirkland Signature Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc Wine

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0000

The company behind Costco's Kirkland Signature Marlborough Sauvignon blanc wine is a popular and internationally successful brand from New Zealand.

14 Common Mistakes You're Making When Pairing Food And Wine

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cheyenne Elwell) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Pairing food and wine is more complicated than you think. We spoke to several experts to get their insight and must-know pairing tips.

Make Southern Italy's Unique Iced Coffee With This Special Ingredient

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Southern Italy's cuisine is markedly different from the rest of the country, largely thanks to Arab colonization. Replicate its iced coffee with this syrup.

The Bourbon Red Flag To Watch Out For When Buying Your Next Bottle

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Despite its prestige, not all spirits are created equal. To ensure you're getting your money's worth, we recommend avoiding this bourbon red flag.

The Chicken Dish You Should Be Making With Leftover Apple Cider

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Apple cider works exceptionally well with chicken, adding sweetness and acidity that balance savory flavors while cutting through the meat's natural richness.

I Tried And Ranked 10 Cutwater Flavors

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0000

Cutwater's range of canned creations is perfect for a quick libation. We tested out 10 drinks and were utterly shocked at how complex the best one was.