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Pilsner vs lager: What’s the difference?

The short answer is that all pilsners are lagers, but not all lagers are pilsners.
Empress 1908 Gin

You know what’s missing from your gin? Cucumber lemon — Empress 1908 Gin fixed that

It’s flavored with eight botanicals including juniper. You’ll also find jasmine, berries, lemon, star anise, cucumber, and fresh lemon zest.
Salt Lick BBQ.

How to perfect your brisket game with pro tips from Austin’s Salt Lick

BBQ brisket is a dish sent straight from the heavens. Here's how to make the stuff, with tips from a pro.
americano coffee

What is Americano coffee? (And why you have WWII to thank for it)

Below, discover how Americano coffee is made and how it came to be one of the most popular coffee drinks today.
Raw steak on cutting board

This is the best thickness for steak

Does a steak's thickness matter? We are here to answer that question and help you avoid the potential pitfalls of steaks that haven't been properly butchered.
Transfusion cocktail

The transfusion drink is our favorite golf cocktail — here’s how to make it

While there are countless famous golf course cocktails, we don’t think a day at the golf club is complete without a refreshing, flavorful Transfusion.
Original Grain Jack Daniel's watch collection in case

Watches in this Jack Daniel’s collection feature the brand’s wooden barrels

Fans of Jack Daniel's can celebrate the brand's heritage and history with a limited edition timepiece
Sullivans Cove

This is how you can get your hands on Australia’s oldest whisky

The Sullivans Cove 24-year-old American Oak Second-Fill barrel is the oldest Australian whisky to date.
Opening a bottle with a lighter

How to open a beer bottle without an opener – you have lots of options

Here are seven simple methods for opening a beer bottle that involve a lighter, a table, money, and more.
Paper Plane

The paper plane cocktail puts a bourbon twist on a classic drink

While there are countless complex cocktails crafted in the last few decades, one of the best is the Paper Plane.
a raseberry smoothie in a mason jar on a table

Want to jumpstart your gut health? Try these 5 breakfast foods

The meal you start your day with can set you the table for better digestive health. Two experts shared their favorite gut healthy breakfast ideas.
Coffee beans in hands.

How to store coffee beans: 3 tips to keep your coffee fresh longer

Coffee beans are a fragile ingredient, however life-giving and wonderful they may be. So, they must be kept fresh at all costs. Here's how to do it.
Eating fried chicken

The best fried chicken recipe you will ever make

The best fried chicken recipes to end all recipes and satisfy that good old comfort food craving.
Close-up of a man holding frying pan with fresh vegetables and a wooden spoon

33 easy and delicious recipes any man can make

While whipping out a dish can be daunting, it's fun once you get the hang of it. Here are several easy recipes that any man can learn how to make.
Male chef grilling and barbequing in garden. Barbecue outdoor garden party. Handsome man preparing barbecue meat. Concept of eating and cooking outdoor during summer time.

Don’t skip this step for summer barbecues: How to clean your grill’s exterior

Here's how to clean the outside of a grill so it lasts more than a few summers.
A plate of grilled meat and vegetables on a rustic wooden platter with a black background

The secret to gauging meat tenderness is easier than you think

The best way to gauge the tenderness of your meat is by way of an old culinary-school trick.
Benjamin porterhouse whole

The iconic Benjamin Steakhouse shares its best meat cooking tips

Interested in learning steak cooking tips from a top steakhouse? Benjamin Steakhouse of New York is here to share its best industry tips.
Sirloin steak on a grill

How to grill the steak of your dreams: An aspiring steak master’s guide

Chef Dusmane Tandia of Mastro's Steakhouse shows us how to grill a steakhouse-quality steak at home, whether you're using a gas or charcoal grill.
Burnt ends

Burnt ends are a BBQ favorite — here’s how to make them

Burnt ends have become one of the most coveted menu items at any barbecue joint worth its salt. Here's how to make your own.
Tequila

Mezcal vs. tequila: What’s the difference?

Before we dive in too deep, you should remember one key phrase. All tequila is mezcal, but not all mezcal is tequila.
Steak on the grill

This is the best wood for grilling and smoking, according to an expert

There is a big difference in the wood you use when you're grilling or smoking. Find out which wood is the best and what the wood actually does to food.
Dark and Stormy cocktail

How to make a Dark and Stormy, the rum-centric sibling of the Moscow Mule

Evocative, easy to make, and effortlessly cool, the Dark and Stormy is a classic cocktail worth making right.
Chicken drumsticks on grill

How to grill chicken correctly for a tender, delicious barbecue

Grilling chicken is more than just throwing it on the grill. Check out this guide on how to grill perfect chicken every time.
orange wine

What is orange wine? This trendy wine has a long history

The practice of orange wine — a hot trend of the last few years — dates back millennia. Here's a breakdown of the fascinating wine style.
A bartender stirs a cocktail in a mixing glass.

How to make a classic Manhattan (and several variations)

The Manhattan is a cocktail that's been around over 100 years. Here's how to make this classic drink.
Steak on the grill

Learn how to make perfect grill marks every time

We're here to help with a few tips and tricks for how to get those perfect grill marks and make your summertime barbecue show one worth watching.
Wolves Whiskey

Wolves Whiskey, Undefeated’s new collab has an American Single Malt not to be missed

This is a collaboration between Wolves, a luxury California-based whiskey brand known for its single malts, and UNDEFEATED, a well-known sportswear brand.
Pulled pork

How to reheat pulled pork: 6 methods that will taste just as good the second time

If you've ever wondered how to reheat pulled pork, we've got you covered.
Lagavulin 16 on the rocks

Lagavulin 16: what you really need to know about this smoky, Islay Scotch

Lagavulin 16 is a great example of an Islay -- one of the five distinct styles of scotch
Raw steak on cutting board

How to season steak: A complete guide

How can you recreate that steakhouse flavor at home? It's easier than you think.
Mountain Dew wine

This is how one man turned Mountain Dew into wine

In a move that absolutely no one asked for, TikToker goldenhivemead has gifted the world with a new wine varietal, made from Mountain Dew
Cheeseburger

The best cheese for burgers: Our top 7 favorites

These are the best cheeses to top on your summertime burgers.
Cocktail

Our favorite bourbon cocktails for summer (it’s not just a cold-weather drink)

While clear spirits get most of the love during the warmer months, if you’re letting your bourbon bottles collect dust, you’re really missing out.
Sliced steak

The best steak cuts for grilling: These are real crowd-pleasers

Steak and summer is a close and special pairing. Count on these cuts as you fire up the grill this year.
Lagavulin offerman

Nick Offerman, Lagavulin debut 11-year-old Scotch whisky finished in rum casks

Nick Offerman has been collaborating with Lagavulin to release a limited-edition expression of the popular peated whisky for the last few years.
Loud Mouth BBQ Sauce

We love the flavor variety in this new collection of barbecue sauces

Just in time for grilling season, there's a delicious new line of barbecue ingredients on the shelves at Ace Hardware.
Soft-shell crab La Torque

How to cook soft-shell crab at home

Though it seems like a daunting task, cleaning and cooking soft-shell crab is actually quite simple. We got some expert tips from a Michelin-starred chef.
Summer cocktails

These unique summer cocktails each offer a refreshing twist you’ll love

Summer stands for fun and these celebratory cocktails will keep you carefree all season long.
Person grilling

You’ve probably never grilled these foods … but you should

Ribs and burgers are wonderful, but these are some of our favorite grill ideas, and a few not-so-traditional grilled ingredients for your next cookout.
Whiskey splashing from a glass

Basil Hayden brought back a popular limited edition bourbon — where you can get it

As the name Subtle Smoke would suggest, this isn’t a robust, campfire whiskey as you’d find from Scotch whisky makers like Lagavulin, Laphroaig, and Ardbeg.
Homemade pisco sour cocktail with lime and bitters

Here’s our perfect Pisco Sour recipe

The pisco sour that's claimed as a national drink by two nations has fascinated cocktail lovers for decades. Find out why and try whipping up your own.
Cooking potatoes and carrot sticks with spices in an air fryer

11 best air fryer recipes for everyone to try – from appetizers to desserts

Got a brand-new air fryer (finally) but sick of cooking bagged French fries? Check out these creative air fryer recipes.
Grapefruit sprtiz cocktail

The best spritz cocktail recipes to drink this spring

If you love a good spritz, then you must try these cocktail recipes that use spirits like gin, whiskey, and vermouth for new takes on the classic drink.
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20 delicious appetizer recipes to cook for your next dinner party

Want an appetizer that will knock the socks of your party guests? These app recipes go beyond chips and dip.
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How to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew

Here's how to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew and save the day. All you need is a pair of shoes, a bike pump, a blunt object, or port tongs.
Man grilling over large flame

Grilling safety tips (so the only things roasted are your meat and veggies)

Following these grilling safety tips will help prevent accidents and keep your barbecues injury-free.

The 10 best amaros and how to drink them

Margherita pizza

How to make a soft, chewy Neapolitan-style pizza like a pro

Pizza stems from one style — Neapolitan pizza. Despite the countless variations of pizza throughout the world, Neapolitan pizza has stood the test of time.
Fresh spring sparkling water

The best sparkling water cocktails to rival hard seltzers

Hard seltzers are all the rage, but sparkling water cocktails are classic and timeless and can offer a better flavor regardless of the weather and the season.
Hot dogs on a grill

How to cook or grill a hot dog perfectly every time

First things first. In case you didn’t know, a hot dog is a sausage, produced, cured, and stored the same way as bologna, frankfurters, and Vienna sausages.