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Beer Alternatives to Champagne

The 7 New Champagne of Beers to Drink This New Year’s Eve

Not everyone likes champagne or any type of bubbly so we put together this quick list of the best beers to drink for NYE.
Poached Pears in Red Wine with Dark Chocolate

Learn How to Poach Pears Like the Pros Do

Poached pears seem intimidating but shouldn't be. Here's how to make the wintry dish like a pro, and some pairings to boot.
Happy's Bar Chicago.

The 9 Best Holiday-Themed Bars Worth a Visit

Holiday bars can be glorious, over-the-top places you want to stay in all December. Here are nine of the best in America.
Wayfinder Cold IPA cans on ice.

If You’re a Fan of IPAs, You’ll Love the New Cold IPA Beer Style

Buckle up beer drinkers, there's a new IPA in town. Here's what to know about the emerging Cold IPA.
Santa Teresa Project Alcatraz rugby team.

How Santa Teresa Rum Distillery Teaches Life Skills and Rugby

Santa Teresa 1796 is not just a rum brand based in Venezuela. Thanks to its popular and decorated Project Alcatraz, the brand gives back in a big way.
Fishing on the end of a dock.

These Are 11 of the Best Fishing Gifts for Dad

Need some of the best fishing gift ideas for dad? Here are 11 top choices.
A tasting flight.

What Sommeliers are Drinking at Home

We asked a handful of top sommeliers what they like to drink at home. Here are their inspiring answers. Who's thirsty?
Record player with Christmas tree lights

The 15 Best Christmas Albums to Listen to This Year

We found some of the best Christmas albums for you to get into the holiday spirit. So crank up the volume!
Chimichurri on sliced steak

Can Something Truly be Mouthwatering?

We love to call compelling edibles mouthwatering. But can something we eat or drink truly be so?
mulled wine orange

A Cocktail Sage Shares Her Mulled Wine Recipe

Mulled wine may not have the most attractive name but it can produce the most attractive flavors. Here's an amazing recipe to try this winter.
red wine hot chocolate

Repurpose Your Red Wine with Winter Sangria

Sangria can be an excellent wintertime drink, if you follow these recipes.
Wine bottles on a shelf

Supply Chain Causes Drinks Shortages Across the Country

The supply chain bottleneck has become more than just an inconvenience. It has rippled though the entire drinks industry.
A laborer carries a harvested agave piña through an agave field.

Mezcal is Rising in Popularity and Here’s Why

Mezcal is firing on all cylinders these days. Here's why the agave spirit is popular and where it may be headed in the near future.
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Get Inventive with Your Thanksgiving Leftovers This Year

Looking to try a more adventurous way of repurposing your Thanksgiving leftovers? We’ve got you covered with these creative and delicious-sounding ideas.
slow cooker pot roast

5 of the Best Slow Cooker Ideas for Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving and the weekend after, treat yourself to an easy-to-make dish that will afford you more time with friends and family.
Ramen noodles

The Best Instant Ramen Noodles You Should Try

Instant ramen noodles are not the most romantic meal but there are some genuinely good options if you do your homework.
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The Best Cyber Week Bike Deals Still Available

If you've been considering a new bike, there's hardly a better time to make a purchase than on Cyber Week. Check out last-minute these bike Cyber Week deals.
Group of friends having a toast with wine.

The 15 Best Wines to Serve for Thanksgiving This Year

These are the best Thanksgiving wines to serve for dinner or during cocktail hour and hors d'oeuvres.
A hand serving a glass of Mojito on a table.

The 3 Best Japanese Rums You Need To Know About

Japanese rum is far from big at the moment but it may be soon. Like whisky, it has tons of potential.
A bourbon whiskey decanter and bourbon on the rocks in a tumbler sitting on a bar with bottles in the background

The 7 Best Flavored Whiskies to Add to Your Bar

Here are some of the best flavored whiskies that follow a long line of flavored beverages but with so many options, you can go in many directions.
Black and Yellow cocktail.

9 of the Best Caribbean Cocktails Inspired by The Bahamas

The Bahamas can come to you with these nine sunny cocktail recipes inspired by the Caribbean nation.
Scotch and cheese.

A Guide on How to Pair Scotch and Cheese

It's not everyday people think of scotch and cheese as partners. This is the guide to show you how to do it properly.
Spiced plum chutney.

The 5 Best Cranberry Sauce Alternatives

If you're not a fan of cranberries, these cranberry sauce alternatives can be the next best thing.
Hot chocolate served in vintage mugs with marshmallows

The Best Spirits for Spiked Hot Cocoa and Why

Which spirit blends most smoothly with the flavor of chocolate and produces the best next-level cocoa? Here are the ten best.
An imperial stout in a tulip beer glass.

How To Make a Brewery-Grade Imperial Stout

Winter is coming so ready yourself with a proper batch of homemade imperial stout.
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5 Easy Ways To Elevate Your Pasta Sauce

You can always improve your pasta sauce. It may never be as good as grandma's, but if you follow these guidelines, you'll get close.
Refreshing vold Americano cocktail with an orange garnish

Mediterranean Magic: The Best Italian Cocktail Recipes

Italy has it all, from incredible food culture to Mediterranean beaches. It also has an amazing run of cocktails. Here's how to make eleven.
Oakshire Brewing Smoothie Sour beers on table.

Craft Beer Trends To Watch as 2022 Approaches

We chatted with a craft beer expert to keep pace with the always-evolving industry and see where it's headed in 2022.

The 9 Best Cucumber Cocktails You Should Make

The cool factor of cucumber makes it a dynamic cocktail ingredient and so much more than a garnish. Try out one of these cucumber cocktail recipes to find out.
Beer at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany.

The Essential German Beer Styles You Need To Know

Beer is a big deal in Germany and it pays to know at least a few of the major styles. Here's a quick 101 on the subject.
Bottles of whiskey sitting on a shelf.

The 9 Best Whiskies Under $100

These are some of the best whiskies under $100 for you aficionados.
bartender pouring Jameson Caskmates Stout into a glass.

How Good Is Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition?

The latest stout edition release from Jameson's Caskmates line is a well-made whisky that drinks a bit like a beer.
Digital artwork of various musical instruments.

How to Learn a Musical Instrument All By Yourself

Learning how to play a musical instrument all by yourself might be too overwhelming but with this guide, you'll be able to nail 'Chopsticks' soon enough.
Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Club Mezcal box on table.

Shaker and Spoon Cocktail Club Review: A Mixologist Experience in a Box

The Shaker and Cocktail Club is more involved but ideal for the wannabe bartender. Here's how it works, along with the pros and cons of the beverage company.
A Sweetango Apple placed on a piece of cloth.

The 5 Best Apples for Baking Your Favorite Fall Treats

Not all apples are created equal. So, when making your favorite treats, always remember to stick with the best apples for baking like the Cameo and more.
Kombucha

The 7 Best Kombucha Brands to Drink Right Now

To get the health benefits of kombucha without compromising great flavor, stick to these seven best kombucha brands available in the market now.
Wine cheers

A Simple Guide To the Best Wine Glasses

There's an entire sea of wine glasses on the market but you just need a handful of choice selections to keep you and your wines very happy.
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Takibi Portland Will Combine Camping and Japanese Cuisine

If glamping had its own cuisine, Takibi might be it as the eponymous and forthcoming Oregon restaurant suggests.
CJ McCollum with his wine at vineyard.

NBA Star CJ McCollum on His Burgeoning Wine Project and on Creating a Legacy

NBA star CJ McCollum is creating a fanbase beyond the court with his growing Willamette Valley wine project.
champagne

11 Farmer’s Market-Inspired Cocktail Recipes

It's farmer's market season, which means it's time to unleash the bartender in you. Here are 11 farmer's market-inspired cocktail recipes.
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The 11 Best Cucumber Beers for a Refreshing All-Season Drink

Cucumber and beer is a combo most aren't aware of but these 11 tasty options prove that it's a match made in heaven.
Junoon Coconut Cocktail, coconut cocktails

The 9 Best Coconut Cocktails That Bring Instant Tropicality to Your Tastebuds

Nothing beats coconut when it comes to bringing instant freshness and tropicality. So, we've listed down the best coconut cocktails for you to try this 2021.
Rum and cola Cuba Libre with lime

A Look at the Classic Cuba Libre Cocktail and How To Perfect It

Mightier than a mere rum and coke, the Cuba Libre is a classic cocktail built for sipping outside in the heat.
Milk Punch

Breaking Down Milk Punch, a Creamy and Increasingly Clarified Classic

One of the oldest drinks around, Milk Punch comes in two distinctive styles. Here's how to make and enjoy them.
White wine in a glass

A Quick Guide to Wine Dryness: Why It Tastes Sweet When It Isn’t (and More)

Is a wine actually sweet if it tastes sweet? Not always. Check out why our brain thinks a wine may be sweet (and more) here.
The White Lady Cocktail

How To Make a White Lady Cocktail, a Gin Classic

The White Lady is a gin lover's classic, often enhanced by the addition of egg white. Here's how the pros assemble the cocktail.
Hard apple cider in a glass, surrounded by apples.

The Best Hopped Ciders To Try This Season

It's hop season, which means fresh-hop beers but also fresh takes on cider. We've listed five options that are definitely worth trying.
A Pestoria Fields Stout.

Meet Pastry Beer, the Sweetest Drink Trend

Pastry beers are trending at the moment. Here's a bit more about the burgeoning style inspired by popular dessert items.
cold brew coffee

The 9 Best Spiked Cold Brews for Satisfying Your Alcohol and Coffee Cravings

It sucks having to choose between booze and coffee. But these best spiked cold brews for 2021 will satisfy your insatiable craving for alcohol and coffee.
tequila sunrise cocktail orange cherry

How To Make a Tequila Sunrise, a Misunderstood Classic

The Tequila Sunrise is poked fun at, but only the worst version of itself. The tequila cocktail is actually a classic, and a remarkable one when made properly.