Need A Savory Ingredient To Spice Up Cocktails? Try MSG
MSG excels in complex cocktail creations, serving as a tool to introduce savory elegance to simpler drinks, while enhancing their texture and balance.
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JJ Johnson's Quick Tips For The Best Rum Punch - Exclusive
To say JJ Johnson is an expert in Caribbean food is an understatement, and his tips on making a rum punch will give you the best tropical drink of your life. -
Want A Job Making Whiskey? Michter's Master Distiller Dan McKee Explains What It Takes - Exclusive
Whiskey is a drink, but it's also a passion, and for those who live and breathe it, getting a job in the industry may not be as difficult as you might expect. -
Why AriZona Iced Tea Is Still 99 Cents Despite Inflation
To maintain its pricing consistently at 99 cents, AriZona Iced Tea employs a variety of strategies, including foregoing conventional flashy advertising. -
You Can Thank Mormonism For Dirty Soda
Dirty soda found virality on TikTok in 2021 but the drink goes back a decade further, with Mormonism's tenets inspiring the creamy, fizzy delight. -
The Scientific Reason Red Wine Gives People Headaches
If you often find yourself having headaches even after just a glass of red wine, there's a probable reason for it - and it all comes down to science. -
Why Mezcal That Isn't Smoky Can Be A Red Flag, According To An Expert Mixologist - Exclusive
Food Republic spoke to cocktail expert Tony Abou-Ganim to find out why some mezcals lack that characteristic smoky taste, and what that says about its quality. -
Fernet Shots Are A Secret Code Between Bartenders. Here's What It Means
For many bartenders, offering a fellow server a digestif like fernet, which will settle their stomach, is a sign of camaraderie and respect. -
What You Need For The Perfect Margarita, According To Tony Abou-Ganim - Exclusive
Food Republic spoke to cocktail expert and author Tony Abou-Ganim to find out what ingredients go into his absolute best version of a classic margarita. -
One Mistake You Shouldn't Make When Picking A Bottle Of Wine, According To An Expert
Food Republic spoke with wine expert Doreen Winkler about how to shop mindfully for wine. Her advice? Don't buy a cheap bottle just for the cute label. -
What Do Hops Actually Do For Beer?
Not all beers are created equal, and not all beers are hoppy delights. But what, precisely, is it that hops do for beer? Turns out they affect taste and aroma. -
Juice Leftover Limes Into An Ice Cube Tray For Easy Future Margaritas
Juice your limes into an ice cube tray, and save the frosty citrus nuggets for your next margarita to ensure delicious cocktails that won't get diluted. -
Top Your Starbucks Pink Drink With Matcha Cold Foam And Thank Us Later
Is your Pink Drink missing a certain je ne sais quoi? Of course it is, and you absolutely need to try it topped with matcha cold foam to spice things up. -
An Almost Empty Jam Jar Is The Perfect Vessel For Your Next Batch Of Iced Tea
This genius TikTok recipe shows you how to make fruity iced tea while simultaneously using up the hard-to-get leftovers that cling to a jam or jelly jar. -
Make Ice Cream Boozy At Home With Just One Easy Step
If you want to turn your ice cream into a tasty adult treat, you don't need a blender. All you need is the liquor and the tub of ice cream itself. -
What Is Cowboy Coffee?
Cowboys (and girls and, well, general cowfolk) often don't get to take much with them out in the field, and so cowboy coffee was born out of necessity. -
The Origin Of The Rusty Nail — Frank Sinatra's Go-To Cocktail
Frank Sinatra's go-to cocktail order, the Rusty Nail, carries an air of mystery in its name, its possible origin story, and even one of its key ingredients. -
How Long You Have To Drink A Box Of Wine After Opening It
Boxed wine tends to be more affordable than bottled varieties, is available in larger quantities, and can last for up to six weeks after being opened. -
Elevate Your Espresso Martini With The Airy Elegance Of A Soufflé
The only drink more fun than an espresso martini is a version with a soufflé-like topping, and though it looks almost magical, it's not too hard to make. -
Are Aluminum Bottles The Eco-Friendly Solution To Wine's High Carbon Footprint?
While the standard for wine delivery has long been glass bottles, one company is looking to change that with aluminum bottles made for the environment. -
Why It Pays To Brew Coffee In A Percolator
Percolators have been around for 50-plus years and, although more modern options have become available, it still pays to brew coffee this way. -
The Origin Story Of The Mojito
The first evidence of the modern version of the mojito is found at Sloppy Joe's, the Havana nightspot that featured it in its souvenir menu book in 1931. -
What Is Wheated Bourbon, And Why Isn't It Clearly Labeled?
You may not have seen the term "wheated bourbon" printed on a bottle before, but this delicious style is used to make some of the most famous labels around. -
Why Coffee Tastes So Much Worse At Room Temperature
If you let your piping hot mug of coffee cool down too much you may notice it has a less appealing taste - here's why it tastes worse at room temperature. -
Expert-Approved Toppings To Take Your Irish Coffee To The Next Level
Food Republic spoke to a whiskey expert to find out what kinds of fun toppings complement a delicious Irish coffee, whether for St. Paddy's day or any day. -
You Should Really Add A Pinch Of Salt To Your Next Hot Chocolate
To elevate your hot chocolate recipe from tasty to truly delectable, add just a pinch of salt, which also goes well with tons of other delicious additions. -
You Can Buy Starbucks' Flavor Syrups To Recreate Your Order At Home
To recreate your favorite Starbucks drinks at home without a ton of guesswork, trying buying the chain's officially-branded syrups from these vendors.
