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  • Three glasses of bourbon on a wooden table in a dimly lit room with shadow cast behind each glass

    Full Proof Vs Barrel Proof Vs Cask Strength: The Difference In Bourbons

    You may not realize this, but there are many different styles of bourbon to be on the lookout for. Here's a guide to a few of them.

    By Shaun Melady Read More
  • A pitcher full of large cubes of ice and cocktail sits on a wooden table

    One Kitchen Tool Hack Makes The Ice For Big Batch Cocktails Last Longer

    One of the pitfalls of batch making a cocktail is keeping it cold: Small ice cubes water it down, and silicone molds can be pricey (and slow). Use this instead.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville Read More
  • Two shot glasses of chicha next to a large mug with the word

    The Unexpected Fermentation Process Of Chicha, South America's Popular Corny Drink

    Chicha is a fermented drink made from corn with a long history in South American cultures, but you'll never guess how they start the fermentation process.

    By Eli Cohen Read More
  • Friends toasting with three different cocktails

    Give Your Favorite Cocktails A New Year's Eve Upgrade With One Easy Addition

    If you want to make your New Year's Eve cocktails or punch bowl a little extra special, dazzle your guests with this very easy ingredient addition.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Four different flavors of camo printed Four Loko sit in a beverage refrigerator

    How Much Alcohol Is Really In A Four Loko?

    The exact alcohol content in your can of Four Loko can vary depending on a few factors, but the notorious drinks are far from weak in any iteration.

    By Erin Metz Read More
  • A bartender drops coffee beans as a garnish on an espresso martini

    Flavorful Ice Cubes Are The Key To Richer Espresso Martinis

    Espresso martinis are sweet, refreshing cocktails that pair well with many things, and you can amp up their flavor by adding coffee ice cubes.

    By Eli Cohen Read More
  • A row of shot glasses made of ice sit on a black counter

    Ice Shot Glasses Are The Gorgeous Way To Elevate Parties

    If you want to wow your guests with classy but surprisingly practical shot glasses, it's time to break out the ice -- keep it classy with icy shot glasses.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • Various hands toasting cups of cappuccinos with foam art

    The Best Spirits To Add To Your Cappuccino For A Boozy Twist

    Chris Cusack, a Level 1 sommelier and cicerone, shared his recommendations for the best spirits to add to your cappuccino for a balanced and boozy twist.

    By Carole Mac Read More
  • A glass cup of espresso.

    How To Make Caffè Corretto: An Italian Specialty

    A caffè corretto literally translates to corrected espresso in Italian, and consists of a shot of espresso and a shot of liquor (or, sometimes, liqueur).

    By Adam Raphael Read More
  • A glass of mulled wine surrounded by spices and pomegranate seeds

    These Are The Best Spices For Mulled Wine

    A wine expert has told us which spices he loves to use for a classic cup of mulled wine, and we also have suggestions for more adventurous options.

    By Adam Raphael Read More
  • An Irish coffee with whipped cream in a glass mug.

    The One Prep Step You Shouldn't Skip For Irish Coffee

    Irish coffee is as delicious as it is warming on a cold day or a breezy night, but if you're skipping this one vital step, you're sorely missing out.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Assortment of alcohol liquor drinks in glasses on bar

    What's The Strongest Alcohol In The World You're Legally Allowed To Drink?

    This super strong spirit contains enough alcohol to get it banned in several areas, despite being legally produced in Poland, and it should be used with care.

    By Sharon Rose Read More
  • Glass of apple cider with ice, apples, and herbs

    Drink Cider With One Fiery Liqueur For A Spicy Upgrade

    To make a boozy apple cider drink that wakes your senses up, combine it with a popular flavored liqueur that provides an extra spicy, alcoholic bite.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • A glass of Bailey's Irish cream liqueur next to the bottle

    The Unexpected Mixed Drink You Should Add Irish Cream To

    Irish cream liqueur is a delicious blend of cream, Irish Whiskey, and something sweet (usually chocolate), and it pairs shockingly well with this mixed drink.

    By Chala June Read More
  • Moonshine runs from a still at a home distillery into a large glass jug

    What Type Of Alcohol Is Moonshine, Exactly?

    Moonshine, white lightning, rot gut -- whatever you call it, it's typically distilled at home and produces a clear liquor, but what is that liquor exactly?

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • Espresso martini cocktail in coupe glass

    The Best Desserts To Pair With An Espresso Martini

    To turn happy hour into a dessert spread worthy of a special occasion, try pairing these expert-recommended desserts with a round of espresso martinis.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • An Irish coffee topped with whipped cream sits on a wooden table next to a copper shot glass

    How Strong Your Brew Has To Be For The Ultimate Irish Coffee

    While it might seem that any coffee can be turned Irish with a quick shot and stir, the best Irish coffee actually requires a specific type of brew.

    By Erin Metz Read More
  • Pink Salmoncito cocktail in ice filled glass sits on a table

    Salmoncito: The Mexico City Cocktail Perfect For Grapefruit Lovers

    If you love a good paloma and appreciate a gin and tonic, it's time to meet a drink that brings the best of both with a splash of negroni: the salmoncito.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Brownish-colored cocktail in rocks glass with an orange peel twist

    The Simple Swap That Turns An Old Fashioned Into A Fancy Free Cocktail

    A fancy free cocktail is what you call an improved cocktail -- which means that its base, in this case, an old fashioned, as maraschino liqueur added.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson Read More
  • Two frozen cocktails with sugared rims sitting on star platter

    The Festive Drink That New Orleans Serves Frozen

    If you're in New Orleans around the holidays you may want to search out this festive frozen drink that is a new take on a spirited favorite.

    By Carole Mac Read More
  • Friends toasting their glasses of beer together

    How To Play Japan's Famous Ping Pong Pang Drinking Game

    The drinking game Ping Pong Pang, famous in Japan, is so simple that anyone (over the age of 21) can play. Just make sure you have at least four players.

    By Megan Forrester Read More
  • A light peach colored highball cocktail in a tall glass with a straw and half passion fruit garnish

    The Ingredient Swap To Give Your Highball Cocktail A Tropical Twist

    Highballs may only have two ingredients, but you still have room to get creative, and using this tropical ingredient instantly makes your drinks more dyanmic.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson Read More
  • Yellow cocktail in martini glass with citrus peel spiral and cinnamon-sugar rim

    The Boozy Swap That Turns A Sidecar Into A Cable Car Cocktail

    The Cable Car, a twist on the classic sidecar cocktail, makes a big impact simply by swapping out the brandy for another type of intense booze.

    By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson Read More
  • Clear glasses of bourbon over ice

    Bourbon May Be An American Spirit, But Its Name Comes From France

    As far as spirits go, nothing is more American than bourbon whiskey, but if it's so darn Yankee doodle, why is it named after a French royal dynasty?

    By Alba Caraceni Read More
  • Glass with ice and cocktail making equipment

    How To Spice Up Your Ice Cubes For Better Cocktails

    Elevate your cocktails by transforming plain, flavorless ice cubes into vibrant bursts of spice and flavor, adding both heat and complexity to every sip.

    By Lili Kim Read More
  • Portrait of President Warren G. Harding

    The 29th President Who Served Whiskey At The White House During Prohibition

    The 29th President of the United States was notorious for his love of whiskey - never mind that he was the first president during Prohibition.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • A bottle of Kirkland Signature Añejo and Kirkland Signature Blanco Tequila in a shopping cart at Costco

    What Brand Is Behind Costco's Kirkland Tequila?

    It's well-known that Costco outsources the production of its Kirkland wines and spirits, and the producers' names are often shrouded in mystery.

    By Andy Hume Read More
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