Are Cocktail Garnishes Really Necessary?
Cocktail garnishes can add visual flair to your drink, but do they have an actual role in your beverage? The truth is surprisingly complicated.
Read MoreCocktail garnishes can add visual flair to your drink, but do they have an actual role in your beverage? The truth is surprisingly complicated.
Read MoreMany whiskey aficionados recommend adding just a splash of water to help you enjoy the liquor. Some also argue that distilled water is the best variety to use.
Read MoreIf you're looking for a daring new twist on a classic drink, consider making a chicken stock cocktail for a soup-infused beverage you've never had before.
Read MoreLimoncello is a popular Italian liqueur featuring lemons, but are you really supposed to knock it back like you might with any other kind of shot?
Read MoreMuddling a drink may sound confusing if you're not familiar with cocktail terminology, but this step can be both simple and effective so long as you take care.
Read MoreBourbon and straight bourbon share many similarities, but there is a key difference between the two spirits that you should definitely know more about.
Read MoreIf you find the traditional icy way of serving shrimp cocktail is getting waterlogged, there's a creative and practical serving solution you'll want to try.
Read MoreA Rob Roy and a Manhattan may seem almost identical upon first glance, but these two cocktails have some significant differences that you should know about.
Read MoreA dark and stormy cocktail may sound tumultuous, but the reality is that you only need three simple but flavorful ingredients to make this classic beverage.
Read MoreShrimp cocktail is a classic party food but it can get a little boring. If that's happened, take some cooking advice from celeb chef Ina Garten.
Read MoreSome cocktails really are better shaken, while others shine more brightly when they've been stirred. We spoke to an expert who explained the difference.
Read MoreGrappa is a traditional Italian alcoholic beverage that is traditionally made and enjoyed in a very particular way. Here's what you ought to know.
Read MoreIf you find that your standard cocktail is getting too familiar, then you can easily swap the liquor for a new one that brings a delicious smoky dimension.
Read MoreA look at state-level alcohol consumption has revealed some eye-opening information about just which states drink the most, both overall and per capita.
Read MoreSome cocktails are best served in a rocks glass for a variety of good reasons. We spoke to an expert who explains why your choice of cocktail glass matters.
Read MoreWhat are water and ice actually doing in your cocktail glass? We spoke to an expert to learn more about how these components actually affect your cocktail.
Read MoreDifferent forms of ice can definitely affect your drinking experience. We spoke to an expert who gave us the details on the best ice shapes for your cocktail.
Read MorePrepping cocktails in batches can be a smart movie ahead of a party, but be sure to follow our expert's advice and avoid one key storage mistake.
Read MoreIf you're looking for the next drink to make for a autumn party, the Boulevardier is both sophisticated and wonderfully easy to make in batches.
Read MoreIf you want to add a bit of autumn flair to your next Old Fashioned cocktail, then allspice dram is just the thing for this and many other seasonal drinks.
Read MoreIf you love a good hot toddy, then there's one bourbon that could hit the mark and go easy on your wallet. We spoke to an expert who explained it all.
Read MoreWhiskey stones can be a convenient and reusable way to cool down your drink without diluting. But how to clean them? We asked experts for their advice.
Read MoreWhiskey stones can help cool your drink without diluting an expensive spirit, but how many are you really supposed to use? We spoke to experts to find out.
Read MoreMany experts recommend ice cubes to cool down whiskey, but the wrong sort can dilute your drink too much. Here's the right ice cube shape for whiskey.
Read MoreYou may have seen whiskey served chilled in many ways, but it's it possible to get it too cold? We spoke to experts to find out the truth on chilled whiskey.
Read MoreWhiskey stones aren't just a trendy way to cool down your next cocktail. Here's the right way to prepare whiskey stones and add them to your next glass.
Read MoreMaking batch cocktails is smart when preparing for a party or other get-together, but there's one basic ingredient you must account for to achieve greatness.
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