Crime, Bootleggers, And 'Mother's Ruin': Gin's Wild Early Days
While gin is now viewed as a classy spirit and a main ingredient in cocktails like the negroni, this wasn't always the case. Here's the liquor's sordid history.
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The Cocktail Glass You Are, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
Every type of cocktail glass is unique, and so are the twelve zodiacs. Discover which cocktail glass you should reach for based on your zodiac sign.
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When To Chill Tequila, And How It Changes The Flavor
To chill or not to chill? That is the question that often arises when you're drinking liquor. An expert advises when to chill tequila and how it impacts flavor.
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How To Substitute One Orange Liqueur For Another
There are many varieties and brands of orange liqueur; we spoke with an expert about the differences between them and each style's best uses.
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It's High Time To Experiment With Kombucha In Cocktails
Tart and tangy kombucha is perfect for cocktails. We asked an expert how to work kombucha into our mixology game and how to pair it with spirits.
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Your Brunch Enchiladas Are Incomplete Without This Tequila-Spiked Cocktail
Brunch enchiladas might be enough to impress a crowd on their own, but they're guaranteed to be a smash hit if you pair them with this tequila-spiked cocktail.
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How The Shape Of Drinking Glasses Actually Makes Drinks Taste Different
You might think that the shape of a cocktail glass is just for show, but those designs actually play an important function in how you experience the alcohol.
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What A Pinch Of Salt Does For Your Whiskey
Adding a little salt to food can open up flavor in food, why not try it with whiskey? An expert explains what salt does to the spirit and more.
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10 Iconic British Cocktails You Need To Try At Least Once
You may not realize it, but there are many iconic cocktails that hail from the U.K. Let's take a deep dive into these British cocktails you need to try.
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Sweeten Up Any Cocktail With A Staple Already In Your Pantry
It's rich, floral, and far more interesting than plain sugar water. Even better, it's probably already sitting in your pantry.
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The One Type Of Cocktail Ina Garten Simply Refuses To Make At Her Parties
Ina Garten loves to host dinner parties. But, when it comes to her menu options for cocktails, there is one type she refuses to make for guests.
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16 Best Ingredients To Elevate Your Homemade Bloody Mary Mix
Upgrade your Bloody Mary with bold, unexpected ingredients. From horseradish to clam juice, these additions bring serious flavor to your brunch cocktail.
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The Unexpected Liquid That Instantly Makes Batch Cocktails Better
A bartender-approved trick for making batch cocktails is to add plain water to mimic the dilution. But why use plain water when you can use this ingredient?
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Avoid This Trader Joe's Canned Cocktail Unless You Want College Flashbacks
Trader Joe's has a selection of canned cocktails, which we tasted and ranked based on flavor balance. We were looking for a cocktail that wasn't too sweet.
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Coffee Punch: The Old-School Southern Party Drink You Should Be Serving At Brunch
What do you get when you combine coffee, ice cream, and alcohol? A delicious, refreshing punch that'll impress all of your brunch guests.
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Add This Earthy Booze To Your Lemonade For A Refreshing Sip
While vodka is typically the go-to booze to pair with a fresh lemonade recipe, there's another alcohol you need to try out.
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9 Tips For Crafting The Perfect Summer Bourbon Cocktail, According To Gail Simmons
We spoke with Gail Simmons on her partnership with Old Fitzgerald and her pro tips for making summery bourbon cocktails, from ingredients to prep and more.
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This Canned Cocktail Should Be In Your Cart At Trader Joe's Every Time
We recently tried 15 canned cocktails at Trader Joe's and ranked them from worst to best. Which one was our favorite?
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Wild Turkey 101: A Complete Bottle Guide
Wild Turkey 101 is a legendary 101 proof straight rye whiskey and the distillery’s flagship label. This is all you need to know about this time-honored classic.
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The Correlation Between Cocktails And Vinaigrettes, According To Bobby Flay
There's a lot science in all culinary arts according to Bobby Flay, and cocktails are no different. Here's how the chef equates cocktail and vinaigrette making.
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This Bourbon And Ginger Ale Cocktail Has A Grumpy Name But Goes Down Easy
If there's one cocktail known best for it's peculiar name, its this iconic beverage made from a combination of bourbon and ginger ale.
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How To Pick The Best Bourbon For An Old Fashioned Every Single Time
Wondering which bourbon is best when making an old fashioned? One expert gives his advice on how to choose the proper whiskey.
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The Non-Alcoholic Tequila You Should Be Using In Your Margaritas Every Single Time
Want a margarita that won't leave you with a headache? Craft your next cocktail with non-alcoholic tequila from this unbeatable (zero-proof) spirit brand.
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Here's What Makes The Margarita At P.F. Chang's Our Least Favorite Cocktail
We sampled 13 P.F. Chang's cocktails and ranked them on balance of flavors and tasting notes, as well as how creative each cocktail was. Our least favorite?
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You Might As Well Drink A Flat Soda Instead Of This Lousy, Nonalcoholic Tequila
We set out to sample a variety of tequila brands to determine which nonalcoholic options are ideal to place in your shopping cart with confidence.
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Why You Probably Shouldn't Try To Make Twisted Tea From Scratch
Whether you're throwing a party for thirsty friends or are anticipating a wild summer weekend, the temptation to try to recreate Twisted Tea is understandable.
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Ina Garten's Iconic Giant Cosmos Get An Irresistible Summer Twist With One Juice Swap
If you want to give your summer cosmopolitan a juicy twist, take a page out of Ina Garten's book and add this one ingredient.
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