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It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for the best 40-ouncer of beer or the best $40,000 whiskey, because we cover it all. From profiles of industry-leading chefs and bartenders to recipes for homemade cocktails or brisket, The Manual serves up content that will make you hungry, thirsty, and ready to put your apron on.
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Why Licor 43 is one of the most intriguing liqueurs on the shelf
This Spanish-made liqueur pours a remarkable golden color. It's made with (you guessed it) 43 ingredients.
Rebel Bourbon is launching the perfect bourbon cream for fans of nutty sweetness
If you’re anything like us, even though you love the warming sweetness of a classic bourbon, sometimes you want to sip on something a little different. That’s where bourbon cream comes in. It’s perfect way to add a little boozy kick to your morning coffee (especially at a fall tailgate) or sip neat or on […]
WhistlePig is launching its oldest, most expensive whiskey ever
It’s matured for three decades in American oak barrels followed by a secondary aging in popular Italian dessert wine Vin Santo barrels.
This secret food festival in the Wisconsin woods is every foodie’s dream
Tucked away in the Wisconsin woods, Campfire Jamboree is an exclusive three-day food event where top chefs cook over open flames. Here’s why it’s one of the most magical culinary experiences in America.
The fourth wave of coffee is iced—and it’s redefining café creativity
Explore how the fourth wave of iced coffee is transforming coffee culture with global flavors, creative mixology, and culturally inspired drinks from cafés like Mr. Espresso and Boxx Coffee.
This new kit pairs gourmet hot dogs with craft cocktails — and delivers to your door
Franks & Dranks just dropped their first launch. It's a gourmet tasting kit pairing up fully-loaded hot dogs with signature cocktails.
Nitro cold brew trend grows as specialty coffee takes center stage
A new Nitrogenated Coffee Market Intelligence Study published by Grand View Research has estimated that the global nitrogenated coffee market is expected to reach USD 144.5 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 24.4% from 2024 to 2030. The rising interest in nitro cold brew is thought to be driven by the demand of […]
How to mix a mini mezcal Cosmo straight out of the ’90s
The 90s are back and the Cosmo is proof. Here's how Mezcal Union makes a mini version of the drink.
Why Calvados is the fall spirit you didn’t know you needed
Discover Calvados, France’s apple brandy that captures the essence of autumn with notes of baked apples, spice, and oak. Perfect neat or in cozy fall cocktails.
What steak labels really mean — and which ones actually matter
From “grass-fed” to “prime” to “dry-aged,” steak labels can be confusing. Learn what they actually mean — and which ones are worth paying extra for.
Your morning coffee might hold the secret to a happier day, study finds
A recently published study in the journal Scientific Reports by researchers at the University of Warwick and Bielefeld University found that study participants reported feeling happier and more enthusiastic compared to those who had not yet had their morning cup of coffee.
Bunnahabhain is launching a new whisky finished in unique barrels
It’s called Bunnahabhain Turas Math No.1 and the inaugural release in its new Westering Home Collection.
Just in time for fall, Flor de Caña is launching a 17-year-old rum
This 43.5% ABV aged rum matured for at least seventeen years in American white oak barrels.
Even organic coffee isn’t always clean — what you need to know (and how to shop smarter)
A recent study detected AMPA, a glyphosate byproduct, in every organic coffee sample tested. Learn what this means, how it happens, and how to shop smarter for coffee.
From George Washington to modern distilleries: Bourbon’s all-American journey
Celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month by exploring the rich history of America’s native spirit — from early distillers and Prohibition to modern-day bourbon tourism.
Fresh hop beer season is upon us
It's late summer and the fresh hops are starting to come in. It's the best time of the year for IPA lovers.
A bartender’s secrets to making perfect frozen drinks at home
Discover expert tips for making delicious frozen cocktails at home. Learn about batching, the best drinks to freeze, essential tools, and how to keep your cocktails perfectly balanced all summer.
The juicy brat hack you didn’t know you needed
Discover why boiling your bratwurst before grilling is the secret to juicier, more flavorful sausages whenever you fire up the grill.
Session beers: Low alcohol, full flavor, and perfect for all-day sipping
Discover what makes session beers so popular in the summer. Learn about their low alcohol content, flavor profile, popular styles, and the best session beers to try right now.
The carnivore’s guide to grilling bold, meaty seafood
Grilling seafood isn’t about going light — it’s about going bold. Learn how swordfish, tuna, and shrimp can match any steak with the right heat, seasoning, and sides.
How to make the Campfire Coffee, a drink for Labor Day Weekend gatherings
Strahan's makes some good bourbon. They also have some good cocktails up their sleeve, like this one.
How to make the Channel Orange, a cocktail evoking early fall
A blueprint for a timely cocktail from Ketel One.
The frozen drink of the summer is going out with a bang: Whipped lemonade
Tart, creamy, frosty, with just the right amount of indulgence, whipped lemonade is basically sunshine in a glass and the perfect summertime treat.
These underrated bourbons deserve a spot in your fall whiskey rotation
Discover five underrated bourbons that go beyond the usual brands. Perfect for fall sipping, these small-batch whiskeys offer unique flavors and award-winning quality.
Cold brew lovers, Peet’s just launched a first-ever coffee pass
Available exclusively through the Peet's Coffee app, this Cold Brew Pass provides daily access to handcrafted cold brew starting September 1st, 2025.
How PATRON does a spritz, an ideal Labor Day Weekend drink
Tequila is dynamic stuff. Here's how to plug it into a spritz cocktail.
What the 2025 Spirited Awards tell us about the future of cocktails
Discover the biggest mixology trends from Tales of the Cocktail 2025, including award winners, rising tropical flavors, Spain's influence, and how women are reshaping the bar world.
The unwritten cappuccino rule in Italy every tourist should know
Here's what to know about this cappuccino "rule" and why you won't catch many Italians drinking a cappuccino after 11 a.m.
2 must-try bourbon cocktails for Bourbon Heritage Month in September
Bourbon Heritage Month is all September long. Here are two fitting drinks for the stretch.
Labor Day Weekend calls for a Pineapple Smash
A Pineapple Smash is a great way to beat the heat. Here's how top bourbon brand Basil Hayden makes one.
Honey whiskey 101: What it is, how to use it, and which brands to try now
Honey whiskey is precisely what it sounds like, with a slight variation.
Meet the man behind Serenbe, America’s most inspiring wellness community
Discover how Steve Nygren went from running a restaurant empire to founding Serenbe, a 1,400-acre biophilic village in Georgia that’s redefining sustainable, connected living.
I tried the viral Amalfi lemon sorbet and here’s what surprised me most
The Amalfi Coast’s famous lemon sorbet, served inside a giant lemon, has gone viral on TikTok. I tried it myself — here’s what to expect and how to find the best version.
Cherry is trending, here’s how to figure it into a boozy float
Cherry is trending. So put it in your boozy float as you make a cocktail for Labor Day Weekend.
How to give a classic Ranch Water the berry treatment
Ranch water is refreshing stuff. We especially love this berry twist on the cocktail from 1800 Tequila.
Master butcher Pat LaFrieda teaches us the secrets of ribeye steaks
Ribeye steak is one of the most popular beef cuts. Enter Pat LaFrieda, the master butcher behind some of New York's most famous restaurants and steakhouses. We interviewed the master butcher to learn all about ribeye steak.
Jack Daniel’s makes a popular single barrel Tennessee whiskey a permanent expression
Recently, the brand announced that its Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Heritage Barrel Tennessee Whiskey will officially be part of the year-round Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Collection.
Blue Run’s latest release flips bourbon tradition with a gin barrel twist
It’s called Blue Run Spirits Glimmer, and this 103.2-proof whiskey is perfect for both fans of sweet corn-centric bourbon and floral, piney gin
