A Bourbon Steward Shares The Best Brands To Pair With Steak
Pairing your steak with the right drink can be tricky, but Food Republic got some answers. We asked a bourbon steward about which brands go best with beef.
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The Best Way To Spike Your Hot Chocolate Like A Pro
Find out what an expert told us about what kind of alcohol best complements a rich cup of hot chocolate, plus recommendations for other booze to use.
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The Mixologist-Approved Whiskey To Use In A Hot Toddy
A spirits expert reveals which types of whiskey you should really use for the most balanced hot toddy, plus a few more tips to craft your perfect cup.
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A Mixologist's Top Cherry Choice When Making Cocktails
To get the most luxurious cocktail possible, Food Republic spoke to master mixologist Jessica King to get the scoop on the best cherries for cocktails.
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Orange Juice Ice Cubes Keep Mimosas Cold Without Watering Them Down
Nothing is worse than the last dregs of your drink, watered down by melted ice cubes. To prevent such catastrophe, swap water for juice in your ice cube tray.
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How Many Mimosas Can You Make With One Bottle Of Champagne?
If you're hosting a brunch and want to serve mimosas, it might help to know how many you can make with one bottle of champagne. We do the math.
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12 Mezcal Brands Ranked Worst To Best, According To A Cocktail Connoisseur
When it comes to fine spirits, mezcal brings the smoke - literally. We asked an expert for insight into the best (and worst) mezcal brands, ranked.
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Are Sugar Cubes Or Simple Syrup Better For An Old Fashioned? A Mixologist Weighs In
While simple syrup may mix smoothly into an old fashioned, the slight grit left behind from a sugar cube can also be satisfying, per an expert mixologist.
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A Mixologist's Top Whiskey Choice For Irish Coffee
There are plenty of ways to make a stunning Irish coffee, but Chief Mixologist at Total Wine & More, Molly Horn, suggests keeping things classic.
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What Does It Mean To Take A Martini Wet?
There are as many ways to alter a cocktail to your tastes as there are cocktails, and if you want to mellow your drink out, try ordering your martini wet.
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How To Drink Brandy For The Full Flavor Experience, According To A Mixologist
Food Republic consulted an expert to learn the finer points of drinking brandy, from serving temperatures to glassware to what styles are best for beginners.
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What Makes Grand Marnier Different From Triple Sec?
You might think Grand Marnier is just a pricey version of triple sec, but their flavors and ingredients are entirely different, and should be used wisely.
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What Does It Mean To Take Liquor Straight Up?
Learning how to order the perfect drink is easy with a bit of bar lingo. Here's everything you need to know about ordering a drink "straight up."
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The Simple Syrup Swap You Should Use When Making A Whiskey Sour
Want to give your whiskey sour a flavor shake up? It's time to get creative and ditch the simple syrup for something with a bit more pizzaz.
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What Does It Mean To Take A Martini Dry?
What is a dry martini? There are so many unique ways to take this classic, elegant cocktail, but here's what you can expect when you order one.
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The Reason Cocktail Jiggers Come In Different Sizes
The sizes and shapes vary, but the choice of jigger largely depends on personal preference, as well as the type of drinks a bartender makes.
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Is Apple Juice Really The Secret To Making Tequila More Palatable?
If you're not a big fan of tequila, TikTok says adding a splash of apple juice might change how you feel. Here's why this unlikely pairing works so well.
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One Of Bobby Flay's Favorite Cocktails Is A Formerly Viral Favorite
Bobby Flay's travels to Italy inspired his favorite retro cocktail, the same drink that went viral two years ago thanks to a "House of the Dragon" moment.
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The Best-Selling Tequila In The World Is A Classic
If you're a fan of tequila, or even just a casual drinker of the agave spirit, you've likely had (and appreciated) the world's best-selling tequila.
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Bobby Flay's Major No-No When It Comes To Margaritas
If you focus on mixing the perfect margarita, but don't pay much attention to how you garnish it, Bobby Flay has some advice you'll want to follow next time.
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During Prohibition, You Could Get A Prescription For Liquor
Alcohol has been regarded as having medicinal qualities since ancient times, and during Prohibition, you could actually get a prescription for booze.
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Ever Wonder Why Mint Juleps Are Served In Silver Cups?
Mint juleps are as associated with the Kentucky Derby as they are with their iconic silver cups, but how did this association come to be so prominent?
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Freddie Mercury's Favorite Cocktail Was A Stiff Drink
Freddie Mercury was known for his soaring vocal agility and his exuberant performances, but his favorite cocktail was understated, a true classic.
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The Ice Cube Tip For The Best Stirred Cocktails
Stirred cocktails should be stirred (not shaken). But if you want the same ice-cold results, there's one big tip you should be using involving your ice cubes.
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BeatBox Beverages: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
BeatBox Beverages was founded by three friends in college who sought to create the Redbull of alcohol -- trendy, fun, and successful, but did the Sharks bite?
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What Is The Ideal Ratio For A Mezcal Margarita? We Asked An Expert
Food Republic consulted David Ortiz, Corporate Beverage Director at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar, for guidance on the ideal ratio for a mezcal margarita.
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Expert Tips For Making Margaritas Like A Pro
Food Republic spoke with David Ortiz, the Corporate Beverage Director at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar, to learn how to make a great margarita at home.
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