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Bulleit Whiskey

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey is releasing a new 10-year-old rye whiskey

Bulleit Rye 10-Year-Old is the newest addition to the brand’s list of permanent expressions.
WhistlePig

WhistlePig Whiskey’s newest expression is finished in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels

Its newest release is a 12-year-old single barrel rye whiskey that was finished in 60-gallon French oak barrels. But these aren’t just any oak barrels.
Hot Toddy

Make these easy fall cocktails this weekend

The only thing better than complex, delicious, warming cocktails is easy-to-make fall cocktails.
Mount Gay Rum

Mount Gay releases its newest terroir-driven single estate rum

Recently, the brand launched its newest Single Estate Series expression called 24_02_Vt18d2.
Negroni cocktail

How to make a mezcal Negroni, a twist on a fave

The use of mezcal adds a smoky, earthy, vegetal agave flavor that works perfectly with the bittersweet Campari and sweet red vermouth.
Hard cider

8 best hard cider brands to drink this fall

We highlight our favorite fermented apple ciders to try this year.
Chicken Cock

Chicken Cock Whiskey debuts Mizunara Japanese Oak Finish, a complex sipping spirit

It began as the brand’s award-winning Kentucky Straight Bourbon that was finished in first-use Mizunara Japanese oak barrels.
Porter beer in a glass

The best porters to drink this fall

Cut through the noise of modern beer and grab one of these classic American porters to enjoy as cool, crisp weather falls across the U.S.
Wyoming Whiskey

Wyoming Whiskey released 2 new can’t-miss expressions

Recently, the distillery announced the launch of National Parks No. 4 and Old Faithful Straight Bourbon Whiskeys.
Widow Jane The Vaults 2024

Widow Jane announces a new whiskey, finished in Amburana casks

If you’re a fan of artisanal whiskey, you’re probably well aware of the prowess of Red Hook, Brooklyn’s Widow Jane.
Apple cider margarita

Why you need to make the apple cider margarita this fall

If you’re already a fan of the timeless margarita and you love a glass of sweet, tart, flavorful cider, you’ll love this mashup of the two.
Martinez cocktail

We absolutely love these fall gin cocktails

Gin, with its mix of piney juniper and other ingredients like orris root, licorice, and lemon peel is a great choice for fall mixing.
Whiskey near a fire

The best American whiskeys from states not known for whiskey

These are the types of whiskeys we would seek out regardless of where they were produced.
Manhattan

The fall martini: How to put a seasonal twist on a classic

Obviously, the classic martini is made with gin, but we prefer to enjoy gin-based drinks when it's warm. We’re all about whiskey when autumn rolls around.
Negroni

The best Campari cocktails: Americano, Negroni, and more

Campari's herbal, citrus base makes it a great choice for mixing into cocktails.
Oktoberfest beer steins

The best Oktoberfests in the U.S. – this is where you should celebrate

While the biggest event is held annually in Bavaria, there are countless Oktoberfest events worldwide, with some of the biggest in the U.S.
Apple Jack

The Apple Jack cocktail is the 2-ingredient drink perfect for fall

There aren’t many autumnal drinks simpler than this two-ingredient cocktail. To make it, all you need to apple juice and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey.
Oktoberfest cheers with beer steins

What is Oktoberfest, exactly? Everything you ever wanted to know

In the most basic sense, Oktoberfest is an annual festival that takes place in Munich, Germany.
Oktoberfest cheers with beer steins

The best Oktoberfest beers from the 6 Munich breweries

If you want to pay tribute to the real event in the comfort of your own home, you’ll drink an Oktoberfest beer from one of these breweries.
Adonis Cocktail

Adonis cocktail : How to make this simple, elegant drink

Instead of relying on a main ingredient like whiskey, the Adonis is a lower-proof cocktail made with only two ingredients: sweet vermouth and fino sherry
Beer

Researchers are looking at how to brew beer in space

Well, thanks to a study by the University of Florida, we finally know how beer yeast is affected when brewing in outer space.
Mojito on a bar ready to serve

The best rums for a fresh, flavorful mojito

A perfectly blended mojito relies on fresh ingredients, but the rum matters as well. Here are your best options.
Pumpkin beer next to pumpkins

Pumpkin beer is everyone’s fall obsession, but these ales actually taste good

Here's The Manual's roundup of the best pumpkin beers that include wild ales, imperial porters, and other pie-inspired concoctions from top craft breweries.
Tequila

What is añejo tequila? All about the sweet spot of sipping tequilas

When it comes to sipping tequilas, añejo is the sweet spot. This is the tequila variety for fans of bourbon and single malt Scotch whisky.
Mug of beer outside on a table

9 best fall beers and autumnal releases to drink this year

To help you wade through the glut of autumnal beers now gracing grocery store shelves and bar taps, we offer up the best seasonal beer recommendations.
Drinking beer

How is beer made: Everything you ever wanted to know about the basics of beer

Beer might seem complicated, but there are only four ingredients that are needed to brew this popular alcoholic beverage.
Negroni Sbagliato

The Negroni Sbagliato is the lower-abv alternative to the classic Negroni

To make the Negroni Sbagliato, bartenders swap out the gin in favor of Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine).
Roadsmary's Baby

Pumpkin beer: Everything you ever wanted to know about this divisive fall staple

For those new to the style, a pumpkin beer is a fall seasonal style. Like with many fall-centric beers, it usually hits shelves in mid to late August.
Hugo Spritz

Think the Aperol Spritz is too bitter? Try the Hugo Spritz instead

If you were to branch out and want to imbibe something with a similar (but less bitter) flavor profile, we suggest a Hugo Spritz instead.
Americano Cocktail

The Americano cocktail: How to make this classic drink

While the Negroni is made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and gin, the Americano (which was created first) opts for Campari, sweet vermouth, and soda water.
Martini with three olives

The best vodkas for your evening vodka martini: Our top picks

Martinis deserve vodkas that taste better than poorly distilled ethanol. These best vodkas will surely elevate your martini, and make you feel like Bond.
New York Sour

How to make the New York Sour, a leveled up whiskey sour

The New York Sour adds one more dimension to bring everything together nicely.
shochu

What is shochu? The Japanese spirit that’s more popular than sake

You might think of whisky or sake when it comes to Japanese alcoholic beverages, but there’s another form of alcohol that’s quite popular in Japan (and beyond).
Sour beer

What is a sour beer? What you need to know about this tart, acidic drink

In the simplest terms, a sour beer is exactly what its name implies. This is a type of beer that was crafted to be tart, acidic, and sour.
Aperol

What is Aperol? The bittersweet Italian liqueur your home bar needs

If you’ve never tried this aperitif, you’ve likely at least heard of Aperol or at the very least have seen the world written on a cocktail menu.
Old Fashioned

Bartenders say these are the most overrated bourbon cocktails

There are a handful of well-known classic bourbon-based cocktails. Many of which are at least a little overrated.
Old Fashioned

The best bourbon for an Old Fashioned: Our top picks

There are few whiskey-based cocktails more beloved than the iconic Old Fashioned.
Pouring an IPA

Low-ABV session IPAs are perfect summer drinks: Our top picks

According to most experts, the cut-off to be considered a “session” beer is 5% alcohol by volume. Here's are the best ones.
Buffalo Trace

These are the best Kentucky distilleries to visit this summer and fall

This year, instead of driving from coast to coast looking for alcohol-themed destinations, we’re sticking to Kentucky.
A glass of beer on a beach

These are our favorite hazy IPAs for hazy summer days

The style is known for its juicy, fruity, hoppy flavor profile. This makes it a perfect beer for the hazy, humid summer days.
A mojito cocktail sitting on the bar

These are the highball drinks you should know how to make

Simply put, a Highball is a mixed drink that consists of a liquor base and a non-alcoholic mixer.
Daiquiri with lime

The best rums for your summer daiquiri

We asked seasoned bar pros to tell us their favorite rums for daiquiris, and here they are.
Soju

What is soju? Everything you need to know about the world’s most popular liquor

Similar to vodka, soju is a clear neutral grain spirit that’s very popular in Korea.
Whiskey in a glass

What’s a store-pick bourbon? A term you should get to know

It’s the term used to describe a bourbon expression selected by a liquor store, bar, restaurant, and other liquor-related venues directly from a distillery.
Refreshing Paloma cocktail with clear ice, tequila and grapefruit

We love these blanco tequilas for sipping and summer cocktails

As long as you don’t grab a bottle from the bottom shelf, you might even find yourself enjoying a blanco tequila neat or on the rocks.
Cachaca

The best Cachaça you can get: Our top picks

If you enjoy rum (specifically rhum Agricole), you’ll probably like cachaça.
vodka

Making sense of vodka terms: Your complete guide

In the most basic sense, vodka is a clear, neutral spirit that’s un-aged and has very little aroma or flavor
Beer

The best beer destination in Europe is not what you think

DFDS analyzed 70 European cities, 8,000 bars and pubs, sifted through social media posts, and looked over more than 40,000 online reviews.
Heaven Hill bottled in bond

What does bottled in bond actually mean?

While these rules seem fairly complicated, they get even more strict when you get into bottled-in-bone whiskey.
Paloma

4 simple tequila drinks anyone can (and should) make

While some tequila-based drinks require many steps and a whole cabinet of ingredients, there are also a handful of straightforward tequila-centric cocktails.