A tasting guide to Livermore Valley, California’s friendliest wine country
Livermore Valley, known for its historical connection to California wine, is burgeoning with bottles and a local community worth your visit.
Cigar Lounge Spotlight: The Carnegie Club takes you back to Rat Pack days
Check out the club that transports you back in time
High Society, Low Alcohol: A Trip to the Hamptons with Heineken 0.0
A tale of old money, padel, and the unexpected pleasures of (near) sobriety on Long Island’s gilded shores.
Latest Stories
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Copper & Cask is launching a new 10-year-old bourbon whiskey you need to try
If you’ve never heard of Copper & Cask, you’re really missing out on some epic releases. This award-winning brand is known for its sourced and crafted whiskeys. Recently, the popular brand is bucking its trend of releasing only limited-edition expressions by launching its first-ever permanent, year-round whiskey. Copper & Cask X As you might have […] -
Isle of Skye Whisky is releasing a blended whisky aged in magma stone toasted casks
In my years of writing about alcohol, I’ve seen my fair share of unique aging vessels and techniques. This includes sonic aging, floating rickhouses, fortified wine casks, tequila barrels, rum casks, and of course Japanese Mizunara oak. But Isle of Skye Whisky’s recent release makes the rest look fairly pedestrian. That’s because this popular brand […] -
Bruichladdich is launching the second batch of The Laddie Rye Whisky exclusively in the US
If you’re a whisky drinker, you likely know the Islay-based distillery Bruichladdich for its single malt Scotch whiskies. But last year, the renowned brand launched a rye whisky, The Laddie Rye, in the US. Recently, the brand announced it would release the second batch. The Laddie Rye Made from locally grown rye and Islay malting […] -
The best seasonal cocktails to sip this autumn
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Imperial stouts available everywhere that are perfect for fall
I get it, you’re not happy that summer and its seemingly endless, sun-drenched days filled with light, crisp, refreshing beer are over. Even begrudgingly, you’ve likely already moved onto fall beer with Oktoberfest, Vienna lagers, pumpkin ales, and maltier, dark brews. But even though you’re not ready to put your board shorts and flip-flops away […] -
Russell’s Reserve is launching a new limited-edition barrel proof whiskey
Russell’s Reserve’s Single Rickhouse Collection was created to explore how a cask’s location and barrelhouse environment can affect the overall aroma and flavor of the finished product. Recently, the brand announced the launch of the 2026 version of this epic bourbon series called Single Rickhouse 2026 – Camp Nelson D. Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse 2026 […] -
Just in time for Halloween, Ghostwood Whiskey is launching 3 Brothers Bourbon
Ghostwood Whiskey was created to honor the tradition of telling stories and legends around the campfire with a glass of whiskey in hand. There might not be a better time of year to do this than October. That’s why we were so excited to learn that the brand is set to launch a new whiskey. […] -
This new rum from Appleton Estate was matured for almost three decades
When many rum drinkers think of Jamaica, the first brand they often think of is Appleton Estate, and for good reason. It’s an award-winning distillery with a rich history. With more than 275 years in production, Appleton Estate is the island’s oldest continuously operating distillery. And while you’ll be happy with any of its rum […] -
A new bourbon is being launched to pay tribute to a presidential pardon for a family of prohibition-era bootleggers
Back in 1929, Jacob and Abner Taub were known whiskey bootleggers who were eventually caught. Six years later, President Franklin D. Roosevelt pardoned the duo. The family continued making whiskey over the years and decades, culminating in Jacob’s Pardon, a brand of American whiskey launched by the brothers’ ancestors in 2020. Recently, the brand announced […] -
LOUIS XIII Black Pearl: A $28,000 Cognac That Comes With Its Own Cooling Cellar
LOUIS XIII Black Pearl: A $28,000 Cognac That Comes With Its Own Cooling Cellar -
The best London dry gin for your fall Negroni
Get into the fall spirit with the best dry gins -
Johnnie Walker is celebrating India’s festival season with a new blended whisky
If you’re a blended Scotch whisky drinker, you know about Johnnie Walker’s whisky prowess. You may also know the brand makes multiple whiskies for different palates and price points. But did you know the brand is well-known for its limited-edition expressions? Recently, Johnnie Walker added to this history of unique, special releases by launching the […] -
Oklahoma’s Wanderfolk Distillery is launching Tallbird American Whiskey
Wanderfolk Distillery is Oklahoma’s first legal distillery. It’s well-known for its portfolio of craft spirits. And while you can’t go wrong with anything from this brand, the distillery announced the launch of a new, approachable American whiskey. Tallbird American Whiskey This release was crafted as a gateway expression on par with whiskeys made during the […] -
East Village Cocktail Den Bateman’s is a Wink to American Psycho Excess
Finding a cocktail bar worth your time (and your cash) in New York City can be a chore, Den Bateman's makes it easier -
Angel’s Envy’s new rye whiskey was finished in peach brandy and toasted oak barrels
Founded in 2010, Angel’s Envy is a popular Kentucky-based brand known for secondary finishing in a variety of unique, flavorful casks. Recently, the brand announced the release of a new rye whiskey finished not only in one special barrel, but two. Angel’s Envy Cellar Collection Volume 6: Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in Peach Brandy & […] -
Cazcanes is launching two High Proof Reposado Single Barrel tequilas
The tequila marketplace is much more than blanco shooters with salt and lime. It’s advanced far beyond the blurry evenings of your college years into something much more nuanced. In fact, it’s as complex as the whiskey world if you know where to look. A great example is Cazcanes. Recently, this popular brand announced the […]
Coffee & Tea
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Blue Bottle Coffee just released its first-ever jazz album on vinyl
Blue Bottle Coffee just launched Notes in Repose, its first compilation jazz album celebrating the brand's Signature Blends -
Coffee lovers, meet the 2026 Cometeer Coffee Advent Calendar
Every year, I look forward to the Cometeer Coffee Advent Calendar, a limited-edition, 24-day countdown featuring 24 unique roasts curated from Cometeer’s incredible roster of roast partners. Some people get excited about chocolate advent calendars — but I get excited about this fun coffee exploratory journey. The calendar spans every roast level and features single origins, […] -
Peter Luger and the Great New York Steak Dinner
A tale of steak, shenanigans, and excess at New York’s archetypal steakhouse. -
Peak Serves New York Glamour from 101 Stories Up
Porterhouses, seafood towers, and martinis over 1,200 feet above Manhattan.
Recipes
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Upgrade your coffee with these rich and carb-free keto coffee creamer recipes
These keto coffee creamer recipes make sticking to a keto diet easy. -
Daiquiris done by Chinola for National Rum Day
A pair of Daiquiri recipes from the tropical fruit liqueur purveyors. -
Death & Co.’s Naked and Famous is the cocktail you’ll crave all summer
How to make a modern classic in the Naked and Famous cocktail, from Death & Co. -
Brooke Williamson’s new cookbook delivers fresh, high-protein dishes: Our fave recipes
A look at some of the top recipes from Brooke Williamson's new cookbook.
Food
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The best Thai restaurants in New York that are beyond Pad Thai
Within the city limits, hundreds of Thai restaurants call the five boroughs home, and while pad thai and chicken satay are tasty mainstays, knowledgeable diners are aware there's more to Thai cuisine than the takeout favorites. From Michelin Bib Gourmand awardees to fine dining, New York City has all levels of Thai food. Having dined at many such eateries in the city, I've listed a few standouts showcasing the regional diversity of Thai cuisine in New York. -
It is always time for a good burger: Learn how to make the best burger at home with a NYC expert
I am not a foodie. Any friends of mine will probably tell you I have the palate of a ten-year-old. And I am ok with that. Hell, don’t get mad at me because I found all the foods I love when I was a child. You can keep your expensive seafood and works of art […] -
Stadium Eats: Texas Longhorns Elevating Its Menu in Time for College Football Season
The Texas Longhorns football team had a lot of hype last season, largely due to quarterback Arch Manning. The Longhorns opened the season ranked No. 1 in the country, and Texas went on to finish the season with a 10-3 record. The season, however, was considered a disappointing one after the Longhorns were controversially left […] -
We explore how Japan is bringing its take on pizzas and burgers to America
Burgers and pizza, some of America's most iconic foods, are being reimagined by Japanese chefs. From wagyu to utilizing Japanese flour, Japanese interpretations of burgers and pizza still resemble the original inspirations but are uniquely different. Recently, several chefs and restaurants have been bringing that Japanese style to America, some to much acclaim. We spoke to a few to learn the details.
