7 Creative Mint Julep Alternatives for a Boozy Kentucky Derby Weekend
Mint juleps are great, but sometimes you need a tasty change-up, like one of these seven great alt-juleps.
The Best Fresh Hop Beers to Drink Now
When it comes to hop-forward beers, the fresher the hops, the better. Good brewers attest to that.
The Best Drinks to Pair With Your Favorite Food Shows
It's the golden age of television, but because not all cooking series involve beverage pairing ideas, we're offering some of our own. We've rounded up a couple of popular food shows and laid out what drinks you can pair with them (and why).
Inside The Oprah-Approved Cooking Show Teaching Men To Make Luxurious Dinners
Truffle Shuffle is thriving as a cooking show devoted to unlikely ingredients and to bringing luxury dining to your home kitchen.
How Bertony Faustin of Abbey Creek Vineyard is Working to Diversify Wine
Oregon's first Black winemaker and vineyard owner, Bertony Faustin, is working to shake up the Oregon wine scene, one vintage at a time.
How West Coast Wildfires Led to Smoke-Tinged Beer and Wine in Oregon
Sometimes, a little smoke can be a good thing. Here is a guide to some of the beers and wines that were affected by the West Coast wildfires in 2017-2018.
7 Stunning American Winery Estates You Need to Visit
Where you drink your wine is sometimes as important as what wine you drink. Here are seven of the most stunning winery estates in the United States.
Casting for a Good Time? Check Out this Trout and Ale Trail Across the U.S.
If you're a man who loves his fishing as much as he loves his craft beer, then pack up the tackle box and set out for one of the destinations on this trout and ale trail.
Storied Past and Future Fun: How One Bar Owner is Getting into the Antique Game
Craig Leuthold, owner of Maryhill winery, is in the antique bar trade, sourcing amazing old structures, shipping them across the country, and repurposing them in their own venues.
The Danish Beer Empire Continues to Grow as Mikkeller Lands in Portland
Mikkeller has become a craft beer brand beloved by legions around the world. Now, they've set up shop in one of America's beer hubs; Portland, Oregon.
Wheels Up and Bottoms Up: 6 Easy-to-Get-to Booze Destinations
Life in the States presents many opportunities to dust off your passport, even for a long weekend. Here are a few destinations that are both convenient to large U.S. metro areas and chock-full with some combination of outstanding craft beer, wine, and/or cocktails.
The Growing Legend of Fort George Brewery’s Yearly Release, 3-Way IPA
This yearly collaborative release from Fort George Brewery in Astoria, Oregon is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after beers in the Northwest.
The Bourdain Effect: Reflecting on the Late Celebrity Chef’s Impact on All of Us
A year after his passing, Anthony Bourdain's impact on the world is still felt by countless people.
The Best Tiki Mugs and Accessories for Your Party
Looking to throw a Tiki party (or just redesign your man cave)? You only need a few things to properly mimic your favorite Tiki bar. Here are the best Tiki mugs and accessories.
8 Famous Americans and Their Favorite Boozy Drinks
Ever wanted to drink like your favorite historical (or contemporary) American figure? Here are eight icons -- and their favorite drinks -- to get you started.
What is White IPA? Here’s Everything You Need to Know (Plus 6 Beers to Try)
Need a new style of IPA to try? Dig into the hybrid that is the White IPA, a blend of the American IPA and Belgian Wit styles of beer.
A Brief History of the Tervis Tumbler and Why You Need One
The Tervis tumbler is a staple across the South. Now, it's time to learn where it came from (and why they're so useful).
The Most Unique Collaboration Beers in the U.S.
Collaborations are practically as old as craft beer itself. Here are our picks for some of the best and most unique collaboration beers out there.
Everything You Need to Know About White Pinot Noir
Pinot Noirs are not, surprisingly, always red wines. Some winemakers are working with the delicate grapes to make delicious white pinot noirs. Here are the best white pinot noir wines to try.
Pairing the English Premier League Soccer Teams with Craft Beers from the United States
Need that perfect drink to crack open on early mornings while watching the English Premier League? Here are our picks for the best American-made craft beers to pair with the different Premier League teams.
Gamay Noir Wine Is a Cult Classic That’s Here to Stay
The Gamay Noir grape has been around for ages, but it is not receiving cult-like status among many here in the states. Here's why.
Why You Should Give White Zinfandel a Chance (Again)
For many, White Zinfandel was a gateway wine that was left behind. Now, a new generation of winemakers is trying to make white zin great again.
The Most Interesting Drinks From Around the World You Can Try Today
Sure, you could have a regular old beer or wine anytime, but what about wine made with ox blood? Or beer that was made with ingredients that visited space?
What’s Amphora Wine? A Primer on One of the Oldest Ways to Make Wine
An amphora is a clay vessel that was used to transport wine and other goods centuries ago. Now, wine producers in the country of Georgia (and elsewhere) are using amphorae to ferment and age their wines, creating amphora wines with unique flavors.
Mezcal Unión Takes a People-First Approach to Making Spirits
Mezcal Unión, based in Mexico City, is a mezcal producer that is focused on more than just the spirit that goes into the bottles. Their people-first approach helps not only the well-being of the land, but of the people who work it.
The Best Wine Books to Sip On Right Now
Wine is a lot of things, but it should never be boring. There are a lot of books on the subject — covering every aspect of the wine industry — and as with anything, some are better than others. There are our favorite wine books.
Meet Phylloxera, One of Wine’s Most Dangerous Pests
It isn't all rosé and bubbles in the wine world. Back in the 1800s, countless bottles of wine never got made thanks to a pest named the phylloxera aphid.
What’s So Great About the Icelandic Hot Dog?
The northern nation's spirited take on the hot dog is a delicious mix of atypical meat and hyper-flavorful Scandinavian condiments.
Hops and Terroir: Why the Beer World is Embracing the Wine Term
Thanks to a revealing new study from Oregon's Willamette Valley, the concept of terroir is entering the beer hops conversation. Traditionally a wine term, a study has now shown that this critical beer component also exhibits terroir.
Why Tea and Beer Go Well Together (and 5 Tea Beers to Try)
Hops and green tea play well together. Whether it's a woodsy matcha IPA or a heavy imperial stout, you'd be surprised at how well it works. Some breweries are even using matcha to create delicious (and aesthetically interesting) beers.
Getting to Know the Lithuanian Beer Scene
Overshadowed by its more famous European beer-brewing neighbors, Lithuania boasts a vibrant beer culture built around unique farmhouse-style ales. Here's what you need to know about the country's unique brews.
Alcohol Brands and B-Corp Certification: Who Is Doing It and Why?
The B-Corp is becoming the certification stamp to look for when you want to fully understand the nature of what's in your glass. There are many industries around the world that use the certification, and the drinks world is no different.
What Is Slow Wine? Here’s What You Need to Know
Officially launched in 2010, Slow Wine is more than a printed guide — it's a movement celebrating eco-aware winegrowers and the unique story each label tells.
Would You Enjoy a Drink at One of These Haunted Bars?
Bars from New York to New Orleans offer guests more than just haunted themes and beverages, they actually terrify patrons with ghostly encounters. If you're looking for a special place to go this Halloween, consider these bars.
What Is a Dry County? Where Booze Is Still Illegal to Buy in America
Hundreds of dry counties still exist in freedom-loving America, inviting interesting tales of beer trading, bootlegging, and more. Learn more about what constitutes a dry county and where you can find (or avoid) them in America.
The Other Bud: What to Know about the Budweiser Budvar Brewery
There are two Budweisers on planet earth and they've been after each other for more than a century, trying to obtain the rights to a now iconic name.
The Ascension of Food Porn: Why We Love Photos of Food
Suddenly, we lusted for food thanks to sexy images, celebrity culture, and a newfound closeness with what we eat. How did we get here? We asked some photography experts for their thoughts on the rise of food porn culture.
Why You Should Drink More Croatian Wine
Croatia may be home to a mere four million people but it's capable of producing wine as alluring as its beautiful Adriatic coastline. Here are our picks for what to try first.
More than Just Puffin: A Quick Guide to Icelandic Cuisine
In Iceland, the Viking tradition looms large through culinary maneuvers that feature everything from tiny native berries to fermented shark.
What Is Falernum? A Guide to the Essential Tropical Ingredient
Ever-flavorful, beach-y, and delicious, falernum belongs in your home bar in between the rum and the club soda.
The Rise of Lost Lake, One of Chicago’s Premiere Tropical Cocktail Bars
Musicians form supergroups, cocktail gurus and bar industry veterans form one-of-a-kind tiki haunts like Lost Lake in Chicago.
Empire Vines: A Quick Guide to New York Wine
New York's wine scene extends beyond the many restaurants and wine bars of the big city to emerging appellations throughout the Empire State.
What’s a Négociant? Everything You Need to Know about Wine Buyers
Meet the wine negociant, the soul responsible for intelligent grape buys and wine blends, who often leaves bargain buys in their wake.
How to Stay Sane in the Food and Beverage Industry
Restaurants and bar work is taxing to say the least but there are ways to keep your sanity both amid and way from the madness.
Mushroom Beers Are a Thing. Here are 4 Worth Drinking
Winter means hibernation and delicious fungi and with mushroom beers you get to have your cake and eat (drink) it, too.
Is British Sparkling Wine a Thing?
Thanks to climate change, the United Kingdom is becoming an unlikely sweet spot for growing and producing classic sparkling wine.
What You Need to Know About Serbian Wine
Serbia is an incredibly young Balkan nation with a rich wine history and is presently responsible for a growing number of interesting sippers.
Revisiting Classic Albums: Why Prince’s Purple Rain Was an Instant Classic
It's said that the only thing more popular than Reagan in 1984 was Prince and his glorious album/soundtrack, Purple Rain.
How Keg Wine Fits Into the Wine Landscape
Seemingly overshadowed by its boxed and canned brethren, keg wine is here and continues to be a great option for restaurants and wine bars.
What to Learn From Bartenders’ New Year’s Resolutions
With 2019 in the rearview mirror and 2020 freshly here, it's time to talk shop about trends and hopes for the drinks industry in the new decade.