Blendtique Wine Company: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
Have you ever wanted to create your own custom blend of wine? That was the idea behind Blendtique, but did the Sharks end up biting on a deal?
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The Expert-Approved Wine To Sip Alongside Fried Sushi Rolls
Nicki McTague, the president of Infinite Monkey Theorem, suggests pairing fried sushi rolls with bright and acidic wines, like Rieslings and Semillons.
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The Cinematic Origins Of The Nick & Nora Cocktail Glass
While the Nick & Nora glass might be ubiquitous today, it went out of fashion for about 50 years -- only to be revived by one bar in the 1980s.
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An Expert Explains Why Sushi Rolls With Cream Cheese Are The Only Ones That Pair With Red Wine
A long held belief in the world of wine is that reds simply do not go with fish - but if you love sushi with cream cheese, that rule doesn't necessarily apply.
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What Exactly Is A High-Rye Bourbon?
High-rye bourbon blends combine the best of both worlds to create something fresh and inspiring, yet they are also a nod to older whiskey production styles.
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Read The Room Before Ordering Margaritas At A Mexican Restaurant
If the restaurant you're at doesn't have a bar, its margaritas are likely made with a mix, which means your drink will generally be sweeter and less boozy.
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Apparently, Some Beers Are Best Served Warm
Not much can beat an ice cold beer, but did you know that some beers actually taste best when they are served closer to room temp? Here's why.
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The Best Way To Decant Wine Without A Decanter
If you don't have a wine decanter, all hope is not lost. Really any old glass vessel will do the trick and an aerator is a great tool as well.
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What Is Lillet Blanc And How Do You Mix It In Cocktails?
You may have heard of the drinks that feature Lillet Blanc, like the notorious French Blonde, but do you know what goes into it? Well, it's technically secret.
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The Life Hack You Never Knew You Needed For Opening A New Coffee Creamer
If you hate peeling off the stubborn foil seal on your bottle of coffee creamer, try checking the lid to see if it can act as an easy-open device.
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The World's Most Expensive Tequila Is Encased In Diamonds
One bottle of Ley Tequila .925 Diamante, which is stunningly crafted and adorned with over 4,000 white diamonds, is now valued at $3.5 million.
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How Long Does Coffee Creamer Last In The Fridge?
A big jug of coffee creamer can be a blessing in your morning Joe, but often, a little goes a long way. So how long do you have to use up the whole lot?
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Order A Shaken Espresso From Starbucks For A Cheaper, Stronger Latte Alternative
Do you wish your latte had more pep in its step? Maybe it's time to switch things up and try the stronger (and cheaper) shaken espresso at Starbucks.
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The Alcohol That Puts The Twist In Twisted Tea
For spiked drinks like Twisted Tea and Mike's Hard Lemonade, if you were ever curious as to what type of alcohol is used, it's actually a bit like beer.
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The Boozy Difference Between Caipirinha And Caipiroska Cocktails
When making a caipirinha, a Brazilian sugar-cane liquor known as cachaça is paired with sugar and lime. The caipiroska, on the other hand, uses vodka.
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The Only Type Of Wine You Should Pair With Sushi, According To An Expert
Food Republic spoke to a wine expert to find out which type of wine best complements sushi, while not overwhelming the delicate raw fish and rice.
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You Should Test Your Punch Bowl For Leaks Before Batching Cocktails
Have you bought a new (or at least, new to you) punch bowl recently? Before you batch a drink, you need to make sure that it's watertight and won't spill.
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Despite Their Similar Shape, Highball And Collins Glasses Are Not The Same
Collins glasses are designed to hold drinks with more than two components; highball glasses are intended for mixed drinks made from a single spirit and a mixer.
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The Desperate Wartime Origins Of The Kir Royale Cocktail
The Kir Royale was created by a French Catholic priest named Felix Kir, who was a key figure in the French resistance against the Nazis during World War II.
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Add Canned Condensed Milk To Red Wine For A Sweet And Creamy Twist
Drizzling a bit of condensed milk into your glass of red wine might sound unusual, but the flavors actually complement each other beautifully.
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How The Real Dom Pérignon Stopped Champagne From Exploding
Before Dom Pérignon, champagne would often explode as temperatures rose. Thanks to his know-how, he configured the bottles to prevent them from popping.
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What Type Of Alcohol Is Hennessy?
Hennessy is sometimes confused for a different type of liquor than it really is, and the unique and exacting way it's actually made deserves appreciation.
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Giada De Laurentiis' Favorite Smoothie To Replace Morning Coffee
If you're looking for a refreshing way to get your coffee boost in the morning, take a page of Giada De Laurentiis' book and add your java to a fresh smoothie.
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How To Clean A Juicer For The Best Tasting Results
Cleaning a juicer might seem like a pain, but it actually couldn't be easier to deep clean and maintain these machines for delicious drinks every time.
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What A 7 And 7 Cocktail Really Is
The 7 and 7 highball is a simple combination of Seagram's 7 Crown blended whiskey and 7UP. The refreshing soda quells the burn of the whiskey.
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When To Use Añejo Vs Reposado Tequila For The Best Cocktails
There are several different kinds of tequila, but which is best for a cocktail? Añejo and reposado both work well but in very different ways.
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Should You Shake Or Stir A Manhattan Cocktail? We Asked Celeb Mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim - Exclusive
Food Republic spoke with expert mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim to glean his insights on which method produces a superior Manhattan cocktail. His advice? Stir it.
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