What Does It Mean To Drink Rotgut Whiskey?
The unappealing name of rotgut whiskey speaks to both the taste of the alcohol and its long, dubious, and dangerous history in the United States.
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Why The Nutcracker Cocktail Is Banned In NYC
The nutcracker cocktail has long been stuff of New York lore - a high-proof, sweet drink that's often sold in bodegas and barbershops. Here's why it was banned.
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Is A Roy Rogers Drink The Same As A Rob Roy?
What's the big difference between a Roy Rogers and a Rob Roy? Well, one is family-friendly and the other is a classic cocktail -- both featuring a cherry.
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Snoop Dogg's Favorite Party Cocktail Isn't Gin And Juice
Snoop Dogg may be known for his shout-out to classic gin and juice, but his favorite nostalgic party drink is a lot more sweet, exciting, and a tad cheeky.
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The Best Cheese To Pair With Irish Whiskey
Pairing cheese with wine is pretty standard practice, but figuring out the best cheese to pair with Irish whiskey can be tricky, so we consulted an expert.
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Can You Get Tipsy From Boozy Ice Cream?
Creative types of boozy ice cream provide spirited dessert options. But can they make you drunk? The answer is a matter of science, and we have the scoop on it.
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Why It's Hard To Pair Cheese With Scotch (And The Best Cheese To Pair It With)
Scotch whisky has a bold flavor that doesn't pair well with many cheeses, but the cheese it does pair with smooths out the whisky and makes it more sippable.
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Ernest Hemingway's Favorite Cocktail Was A Rum Classic
Ernest Hemingway was known for his love of drinking, and while he had many cocktails that he enjoyed, one more than any other was his favorite.
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The Best Cheese To Pair With Unpeated Scotch Whiskey
Unpeated Scotch has its own light and unique flavors that should be paired with a singular yet strong cheese, according to our interview with a cheese expert.
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Why Blue Cheese And Rye Whiskey Are A Match Made In Heaven
Rye whiskey can be fairly assertive, so we asked an expert what kind of cheese will both mellow and complement this special spirit for the best pairing.
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The One Type Of Cheese You Should Never Pair With Whiskey
According to John Montez, the assistant manager of education at Murray's Cheese, there is a cheese category that you should skip if you are sipping on whiskey.
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Should You Be Decanting Your Whiskey?
Many people know that decanting wine can have great attributes like preventing oxidation and removing sediment, but is it also a good step for whiskey?
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For Flavorful Fruit-Filled Margaritas, Muddling Isn't The Answer
Muddling fruit is one way to incorporate it into a margarita, but if you really want to ramp up the drink's flavor, try using another technique instead.
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Why Not Swirling Your Whiskey Before Tasting Is A Big Mistake
Whiskey is not a complicated spirit, but there are a number of key steps to really enjoying it. One of them is swirling the liquor before tasting it.
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Aperitif Vs Digestif: What's The Difference?
Apertifs and digestifs are spirits or cocktails that people drink before or after meals to encourage appetite or break down food but what are other differences?
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Why Cheddar Cheese And Bourbon Are An Ideal Pairing
The subtle sweetness and bold richness that comes from aging cheddar cheese make it the ideal accompaniment for a strong spirit like bourbon.
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What Does It Mean To Order A Well Drink?
Although bartenders and more knowledgeable customers often talk about well drinks, it's more than possible you never quite figured out what the term means.
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How Is Decanting Different With Whiskey Vs Wine?
Decanting both wine and whiskey are popular choices. For some wines, it's almost mandatory to allow the bottle some time to breathe, but why decant whiskey?
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What Does It Mean To Drink A Martini With A Twist?
If you've ever wondered what drinking a martini with a twist actually means, we've got all the answers for you, and what garnish goes best with your drink.
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What Does It Mean To Order A Bartender's Handshake?
It turns out there is actually a way that staff in the drinks community acknowledge fellow workers, and it's known as a bartender's handshake.
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What Does It Mean To Order A Drink 'Down'?
You might have ordered a drink straight up before, but while the term 'down' is related, it's a bit more obscure and has one key difference.
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What Does It Mean To Drink A Burnt Martini?
While a burnt martini is not one of the more common martini variations, it adds a savory depth of flavor and warm color to the classic cocktail.
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Anthony Bourdain's Cocktail Of Choice Is A Timeless Classic
Like Anthony Bourdain himself, the late chef's preferred choice of cocktail was also a timeless classic that worked well as an apertif or digestif.
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What Does It Mean To Order A 50/50 Shot?
If you want something tasty, complex, and not so bitingly boozy the next time you hit up the bar, forgo the tequila and order a 50/50 shot instead.
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What Is Sweet And Sour Mix Made Of?
Store bought sweet and sour mix is typically comprised of a sweetener (usually corn syrup), water, citrus juice, and additives to keep it shelf-stable.
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How To Drink Limoncello Like A European
Limoncello is the southern-Italian sweet, lemony liqueur that tastes perfect in the sunshine. But what are the non-negotiable rules about how to drink it?
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Why Costcos In Maryland And Pennsylvania Don't Sell Alcohol
Anyone who lives in Maryland or Pennsylvania knows that you can't buy any type of alcohol in those East Coast states for very specific reasons.
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