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Paul Clifton and Hahn Vineyards Have the Pinot Noir for You
Pinot Noir received a lot of attention in the movie Sideways, but winemaker Paul Clifton explains why the 2013 Hahn SLH Pinot Noir is one of the best on the market today. -
Party like it’s 1933? Check out “The Best Cocktail Shaker Since Prohibition”
Get in on the ground floor of this Kickstarter campaign and up your cocktail game with this innovative yet old school tool. -
Feasting: Project Smoke Premieres on PBS
BBQ master Steven Raichlen teaches the ins and outs of smoking in his fantastic new cooking show Project Smoke on PBS. -
High on Hops: Good People Brewing Co.
Birmingham, Alabama’s Good People Brewing Co. has a mission to craft what it calls “Ales from the Heart of Dixie." -
Cilantro, Lime, & Smoked Paprika Corn on the Cob
Don't get us wrong — salty, butter-drenched corn on the cob is delicious — but it's definitely not the only way to prepare the stuff. If you want to step up your cob cooking game, you need to get down on some cilantro, lime, and paprika. -
Celebrate Summer With Tanqueray Bloomsbury
Tanqueray Master Distiller Tom Nichol looked to Charles Waugh Tanqueray for inspiration behind the limited edition Tanqueray Bloomsbury. -
Feasting: Le District is NYC’s French Marketplace
Set up like a true European marketplace, Le District is NYC's newest culinary destination to shop, eat and drink like you're in France. -
Q&A with The Fat Radish’s Ben Towill on Their Delectable Cookbook
We sit down with The Fat Radish's Ben Towill to discuss their first cookbook. -
A New Wine Tradition from Claude Thibaut and Thibaut-Janisson
Claude Thibaut grew up in France, but his travels have led him to Charlottesville, Virginia where the sparkling wine craftsman is beginning to create his own place in the larger history of winemaking. -
Buzzed on Books: The 6 Best Boozy Beach Reads
When you can't drink at the beach, the next best thing to do is read about drinking. Check out these boozy beach books that'll make any beach day better. -
High on Hops: Service Brewing Co.
Celebrate the 4th of July (or any day) with beer from Service Brewing Co. -
Come to LA. Eat These Burgers.
Great Los Angeles hamburgers don't have to cost a great deal. -
Swill: We Drank a Bottle of Coca Leaf Liqueur, For Science
Instead of making you see little green fairies or suddenly decide that going nude sounds like a great idea, Agwa De Bolivia will allegedly give you an energy boost. -
Whiskey, Neat! : Tullamore D.E.W The Original vs. Tullamore 12 Year Old Special Reserve
Don't know jack about Irish whiskey? Check out this tasting of two Tullamore whiskies to learn a thing or two and impress your friends. -
South African Wines to Help Your Grill Game
The South Africans know how to grill and they also know how to make great wine. We recommend some South African wines that you should have flowing for your guests at your next barbecue. -
WTF to Do with an Eggplant?
Eggplant may be a relatively common vegetable, but many people simply don't know how to approach it. The thing is, eggplant can be thoroughly delicious if you learn how to cook it properly, and it's not nearly as hard as you might think. -
Hoppy Travels: The 3 Best American Small Cities for Craft Brewing
Some cities rise above the rest for their solid reputation of craft beer brewing. Here are three of our favorite American small cities for craft beer nerds. -
Blow Your Dinner Guests Away With Homemade Tortellini
Are you looking to get into the cooking game? Check out this brief guide on how to make tortellini, courtesy of Bluehour's Chef Kyo Koo. -
Booze Tripper, St. Augustine: Where You Should Drink When on Vacation
If you're going to vacation in Florida, you should know where you're going to drink before you leave. The St. Augustine Distillery has got you covered. -
Dios Help Us: Herradura’s ULTRA Tequila Debuts in the U.S.
Uh oh. Herradura — the premium, 140-year old tequila maker from the Mexican state of Jalisco — is debuting their new ULTRA Tequila in the U.S. -
High on Hops: Haynes Beer Enthusiasts’ Manual
The iconic Haynes Publishing line of DIY manuals launched in the 1960s as detailed, step-by-step guides for auto repair. Its books show how to completely take apart and rebuild a vehicle with line-art diagrams and dozens of close-up photographs, making the titles popular references for those who don’t mind getting their hands dirty. The exact […] -
Long Island’s Brewing Boom
Long Island is known for its wine, but maybe not for long. Long Island Breweries are booming and we chatted with one of the key players involved to find out more about this Golden Age of Long Island beer. -
Master Class: 5 Cocktails to Make to Impress Anyone
Learn to make amazing 5 cocktails that will impress everyone from the boss to the future father-in-law. -
Session Ales and Why You Need to be Drinking Them
Summer is no time for knocking back 10% ABV Russian imperial stouts. Get acquainted with low-alcohol session ales, and you'll never turn back. -
SpinChill: Adding the Wow Factor
Turn BYOB cans into chilled relief within minutes. Here's a must-have gadget you never knew you needed. -
Feasting: Pizza Beach Teaches How to Take the Best Food Photos
We asked the brains behind Pizza Beach's mouthwatering Instagram account for expert tips on taking the best food photos for social media. -
Swill: Ardbeg’s 200th Anniversary Single Malt Islay Scotch
For the big 200, the company made a scotch designed to showcase its past, present, and future. To do this, the distillery's head "Whisky Creator" drew inspiration from the different styles of whisky his predecessors had created over the last 200 years — and the result is some damn fine scotch. -
MEAT YOUR GRILL’S NEW BEST FRIEND
Grill Season has officially started my friends. With Memorial Day a few weeks behind us, and July 4th just two and a half weeks away – now is the time to step up your grill game, and get yourself The Pops Q Tool. -
Booker’s Bourbon Gives You “The Center Cut”
We at The Manual love Booker's Bourbon, so we are pleased to present you with their latest limited edition, small batch whiskey of 2015—The Center Cut. -
The Braveheart: A Scotch Bloody Mary That’ll Make You Scream “FREEDOM!”
Presenting the Braveheart: a classic Bloody Mary made with scotch instead of vodka. We urge you to try it before you knock it. -
Drink Like a Man: 4 Great Manly Summer Cocktail Ideas
Summer is the perfect time to flex your mixology muscles. Get buzzed, wow guests, and cool down with these awesome manly summer cocktails. -
High on Hops: Give Dad Fresh Draft Beer
Buy dad a kegerator so he can enjoy a frothy cold beer any time. -
Gift Guide: Father’s Day for Foodies
Some suggestions for the father with a discerning taste in food and drinks. -
How About Some Homemade No-Churn Ice Cream?
Have you ever wanted to make your own ice cream? Well, Chef Leslie Bilderback's new book shows you how to make delicious frozen treats at home without the aid of an ice cream machine. It's a skill that's sure to impress the ladies. -
6 Boozy Ways to Say Thanks to Dad this Father’s Day
Dads don't need more ties. Instead, give them the gift that keeps on giving—booze! Check out these six different alcohols that will say "Thanks, Dad" in style this Father's Day. -
Swill: Coffee & Cigarettes Spiced Rum Tastes Just Like It Sounds
You've probably tried both spiced rum and flavored rum before, but I highly doubt they were served in the same glass. Generally speaking, the two styles are kept separate, which is why Coffee & Cigarettes is so intriguing. -
Sorry, Body: It’s National Donut Day!
Donut eaters of the world, rejoice! Today is National Donut Day, and Blue Star Donuts of Portland, OR has something special in store. -
Clyde May’s and People’s Pops Bring You Whiskey Pops
Clyde May's and People's Pops of New York have teamed up to create a new way for you to beat the heat this summer—the whiskey pop. -
4 Barrel-Aged Gins to Blow Your Barrel-Aged Mind
While you may think of certain things when gin is mentioned, craft distilleries are working hard to change that conception by producing barrel-aged gins. These spirits retain the wonderful botanical flavors of gin while adding a complexity and smoothness that comes from the aging process. -
BBQ with Franklin premieres on PBS
In this new series, pitmaster Aaron Franklin of Austin, TX's famous Franklin BBQ, takes us on a culinary journey that ranges from lessons with the masters to building a smoker from scratch in his own backyard. -
Filet Mignon Beef Jerky is the Best Kind of Beef Jerky
Rather than haphazardly stuffing some mechanically processed meat into a dehydrator, these guys start with one of the best cuts you can find on a cow: the lean, tender, and supremely succulent filet mignon. -
Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia
Once reserved for friends and family, Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia is one of the finest tequilas you'll ever try. -
Fuller Foods: Healthier Addiction
It's time to give up the guilt when you satisfy your cheese puff craving. -
Dewar’s Scratched Cask: Bridging the Gap Between Bourbon and Scotch
Scotch giant Dewar's makes moves to bridge the gap between bourbon & scotch with their new Scratched Cask: Aged Blended Scotch Whisky -
New Belgium and Ben and Jerry’s Salted Caramel Brownie Brown Ale
This fall, the folks at New Belgium and Ben & Jerry’s are releasing the most amazing collaboration that we’ve seen in ages: Salted Caramel Brownie Brown Ale. -
Cocktail Hour with Den Hospitality
We caught up with the trio behind The Garret in NYC and dullboy in Jersey City to learn more about what makes their cocktail bars such spirited places to drink. -
The Bitter Housewife: Small Batch Cocktail Bitters
Craft cocktails are all the rage these days—but even more fun when you make them at home. The Bitter Housewife makes it easy. -
Pack It In: Basecamp Cooking
Whether you're a foodie whipping up a gourmet meal or a kitchen novice who can barely make packaged ramen, the perfect basecamp cooking kit is here. Wouldn't it be nice to surprise your girlfriend with a meal cooked in the great outdoors rather than breaking out the peanut butter sandwiches? -
Feasting: Celebrating Marc Forgione’s 7th Birthday
We caught up with the chef to talk about the seventh birthday of his namesake spot and how he’s constantly innovating to keep it as fresh as is was on day one. -
The Man Behind the Cask: Q & A with The Macallan’s Master of Wood
In this Q & A, Stuart MacPherson discusses his role as Master of Wood for The Macallan and the role oak casks play in the production of high-quality scotch.