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Erica Martinez

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.

By Erica Martinez

Chris Sands

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.

By Chris Sands

Samantha Jenkins

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.

By Samantha Jenkins

A glass of red wine with a decanter and a bottle

Khyati Dand

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.

By Khyati Dand

Jennifer Mathews

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.

By Jennifer Mathews

Emma Pilger

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.

By Emma Pilger

Two margaritas on the rocks with lime wheel garnish

Erica Martinez

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.

By Erica Martinez

young couple purchasing a bottle of wine

Jennifer Mathews

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.

By Jennifer Mathews

Amy Kent

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.

By Amy Kent

Two margaritas with lime wheels and sugar rim

Avery Tomaso

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.

By Avery Tomaso

Starbucks Pink Drink with green tea matcha foam

Sharon Rose

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.

By Sharon Rose

Avery Tomaso

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.

By Avery Tomaso

Jennifer Mathews

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.

By Jennifer Mathews

Erica Martinez

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.

By Erica Martinez

Avery Tomaso

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.

By Avery Tomaso

Khyati Dand

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.

By Khyati Dand

Louise Rhind-Tutt

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.

By Louise Rhind-Tutt

Catherine Rickman

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.

By Catherine Rickman

Metal coffee percolator on an electric stove

Food Republic Staff

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.

By Food Republic Staff

Chris Sands

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.

By Chris Sands

Chris Sands

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.

By Chris Sands

Joey DeGrado

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.

By Joey DeGrado

Erica Martinez

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.

By Erica Martinez

A cup of hot chocolate with chocolate bars

Khyati Dand

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.

By Khyati Dand

Erica Martinez

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.

By Erica Martinez

Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

Why Don Julio 1942 Tequila Is So Expensive

Don Julio 1942 tequila, which was shouted-out at the 2024 Oscars, comes with a hefty price - but you could experience a truly singular spirit in exchange.

By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

Caryl Espinoza Jaen

What Is XXXX Beer And Is It Related To Dos Equis?

The XXXX brand sounds similar to another brand of beer, Dos Esquis or Two X's, but this Australian brewing company is putting out something uniquely theirs.

By Caryl Espinoza Jaen