When To Think Twice Before Ordering A Highball Cocktail
A highball is a classic drink with a short list of ingredients and easy prep, but there are some situations where you may want to think twice before ordering.
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The Nostalgic Fruit Juice That's Unexpectedly Hydrating
It turns out that the apple juice box in your lunch as a kid wasn't just a tasty treat, but doubled as a great way to hydrate you after recess.
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The Best Reason To Freeze Watermelon Is Booze-Optional Slushies
Have a good amount of leftover watermelon? No problem! You can freeze it to make refreshing watermelon slushies, which can be transformed into boozy cocktails.
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Why Adding Salt To Water Can Help To Boost Hydration
While it may not seem intuitive to add salt to drinking water, it's actually a great way to get a boost of hydration if you tend to lose fluids or sweat a lot.
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Alton Brown's Signature Cocktail For Bitter Lovers
Alton Brown knows his way around a kitchen - but he is equally adept as a bartender and mixologist. His signature cocktail proves how delicious his prowess is.
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Hot Water Is The Key To Crystal Clear Ice Cubes
If not you've ever wondered how to make those beautiful crystal clear ice cubes you enjoy in cocktails at the bar, there's one big key for how to do it at home.
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The Lemon Granita Tea That Will Help You Survive A Boiling Day In Rome
Taking a trip to Rome in summer and struggling with the heat? You're not alone. Fortunately, a lemon granita tea can help you get through even the worst heat.
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Giada De Laurentiis Puts An Italian Twist On A Classic Old Fashioned
In a recent TikTok video, celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis adds her signature flare to prepare an Italian Old Fashioned using bourbon (an American whiskey).
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How To Use A Cocktail Jigger Like A Professional
Commonly called the jigger, the tool is designed to quickly measure the many ingredients that make up a cocktail. Here's how to use it like a professional.
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New Study Finds Hazardous Chemicals In US Tap Water
Drinking water is one of the best ways to stay hydrated, but if you prefer tap water, you may want to know about a new study that's found hazardous chemicals.
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A&W Soda Lied To You About Aged Vanilla. Now You May Be Able To Cash In.
If you love A&W root beer, you might be entitled to compensation as part of a class-action lawsuit alleging the manufacturer lied about using real vanilla.
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Napoleon's Prized French Wines Are Still Breaking Banks Today
Napoleon's wine rankings were introduced in 1855 and still stand today. And you know they're expensive when they make it on an episode of Succession.
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The Trouble With Plastic Water Bottles In The Summertime
Drinking water is always a good idea in the summertime to stay hydrated, but you might want to be careful with plastic bottled water when it gets hot out.
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Get To Know Your Cold Coffee Types: Iced, Cold Brew, And Nitro
Reinventing longstanding tradition is a hallmark of coffee devotees. Three types of coffee are leading the iced revolution: Iced, cold brew, and nitro.
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It's Our Fault Restaurant Cocktails Are So Expensive
If you've been noticing that the price of drinks have skyrocketed in recent years, it's not just you. There's a big reason why and it's kind of our own fault.
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Water Does Have A Taste, And That Taste Is Earth
Some may describe water as tasteless, but anyone who has had bad tap water will tell you otherwise. It all comes down to sourcing and processing.
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The Reason Screw Top Wine Bottles Are More Reliable Than Cork
Screwtops on wine are relatively new considering how long people have been drinking wine. Even so, screw top wine bottles are actually more reliable than cork.
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The Tropical Fruit Rinds You Can And Should Use As Cocktail Glasses
Whether it's hot and summery or you simply wish it were, fruit and cocktails go together hand in hand. Here's how to make the most out of the whole fruit!
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The Standard Pour For Single Mixer Cocktails Is More Than You Think
Have you noticed that your drinks at home taste different than when you go out? It comes down to ratio. Here's the standard pour for a single mixer cocktail.
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The Best Reason To Use Simple Syrup In Your Next Martini
Have you found that your martinis at home just don't have the same punch or viscosity as what you get at the bar? You might need simple syrup for extra oomph.
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Alton Brown Holds The Secret To Toasty Hot Chocolate
Want to take your hot cocoa to the next level? Then you need to do this one step that Alton Brown says is the secret to an extra toasty cup of hot chocolate.
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The Hydration Myth You Shouldn't Believe About Coconut Water
Most of what you think you know about coconut water is probably right. But in one specific sense, it's actually a step down from most athletic drinks.
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Don't Throw Away Avocado Pits. Brew Them For A Rich, Energizing Tea
Next time you make some guac, don't throw away the avocado pit. Make some tea with it instead. Steeping the seed creates a drink that has incredible nutrients.
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There's A Beer Made From Roald Dahl's Writing Chair Yeast
One day, brew masters took some water, hops, grain -- and yeast from Roald Dahl's writing chair -- to make what would become known as Mr. Twit's Odious Ale.
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Make A Fruit Shrub Syrup And Drink Like An Ancient Warrior
Fruit shrubs might be the next big thing, and no, we're not talking about foliage here. This type of drink has been popular for centuries and is due a comeback.
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Crack Open A Guava For Staggeringly Refreshing Mojitos
Variations on the mojito are aplenty, and additional ingredients run the gamut from watermelon to strawberry. The ultimate spin, however, is guava.
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Why Champagne Bubbles Fizz Straight Up And Not Sideways
The next time you pour yourself a glass of premier fizzy, Champagne, take a look at the bubbles as they rise. Unlike with soda, these bubbles go straight up.
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