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Get a New Set of Balls Thanks to Wintersmiths and The Macallan’s Ice Ball Maker

It's always important to put your best (ice) balls forward. Now, thanks to Wintersmiths and the Macallan's ice ball maker, you can do just that.
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Forbidden Root & Fernet-Branca Collaborate to Create “Fernetic”

Chicago-based Forbidden Root has collaborated with Italian amaro brand Fernet-Branca to create "Fernetic," a brand new botanical black ale.
vdka 6100

VDKA 6100 Review: New Zealand Born, Globally Bred Vodka

Interested in trying a new vodka made in New Zealand but that has a global appeal? Check out our review of VDKA 6100 to find out more.
UnCommon Green

Love Your City? Drink from it with UncommonGreen’s Newest Glassware

Love one city more than any other? UncommonGreen is here to help with gold leaf etched glassware showcasing your favorite places in the US.
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Are Egg Whites Intimidating? Try InstaFoam

Need to up your cocktail game to include fizzes and sours but are intimidated by egg whites? Never fear, InstaFoam is here.
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New Elijah Craig Small Batch Bottles: What Better Excuse is There to Buy More Bourbon?

Elijah Craig Small Batch has been re-released with in a beautiful new bottle. Here's why you need to go out and pick one up right now.
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Need a New Wine? Drink a Spanish Red

Looking to expand your wine palate a little? You need to check out Marques de Riscal,a rioja wine, located in the Rioja region of Spain. Here's why.
rickey

We Think You’ll Need These Rickey Cocktails Tomorrow

The big day is here. In order to celebrate or get through it—whatever you need—we've got you covered with 4 takes on D.C.'s official cocktail, the Rickey.
tennessee whiskey

Understanding Tennessee Whiskey with George Dickel

Learn what gives Tennessee whiskey it's name and distinctive style and flavor from George Dickel's brand ambassador, Brian Downing.
frontier whiskey

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Review: Straight From the Barrel

Check out Bulleit's newest release, a barrel strength version of their frontier whiskey, made from a high-rye mash bill (one-third rye, two-thirds corn).
tonic water

Why Drinking Better Tonic Water Matters: A Conversation with Jordan Silbert of Q Drinks

Paying attention to what you drink with or in your drink matters. Check out why you need to pay attention to your tonic water, too.
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You Need to Get Your Hands on This Bourbon Blending Kit

Be the envy of all your friends and fulfill a life goal and learn to blend your own bourbon with Timber Creek's bourbon blending kit.
desert island long island ice tea

Off the Shelf Review: Get LIT with Desert Island Long Island Ice Tea

Sometimes, you can't drink the best. So you know what you're getting into, we reviewed Desert Island Long Island Ice Tea. You're welcome.
Teeling 24-year-old

Meet Teeling 24-Year-Old Single Malt: Irish Whiskey’s Cool Older Brother

Teeling Whiskey has released their latest in the Vintage Reserve Collection, Teeling 24-Year-Old Single Malt. Check out what makes it so amazing.
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The Essential Boozy Bookshelf

Need to up your cocktail book game? Check out these best cocktail books to have the best boozy bookshelf on the block.
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The Manual’s Favorite Cocktails of 2016

We've shaken and stirred a lot of drinks this year, so check out this list of our favorite cocktails of the year. You won't be disappointed.
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Need a Craft Cocktail Getaway? Head to Salt Plage on St. Kitts

Located on the island of St. Kitts, Salt Plage at Christophe Harbour, is your one-stop shop for all things, fun, sun, and alcohol.
bully boy

Bully Boy Estate Gin Review: Essence of New England

Want a gin that distills the essence of New England? Bully Boy Estate Gin is here to help.
wray nephew rum

Enjoying Overproof Rum with Wray & Nephew

Learn why overproof rum needs to be in your liquor cabinet and what you can do with it, thanks to Wray & Nephew
single barrel bourbon

Review: Baller Single Barrel Bourbon

Check out our review of Russell's Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon, a wonderful cousin of Wild Turkey's other great products.
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Beginner Wine and Cheese Pairing Tips to Impress Anyone

Use these wine and cheese pairing tips and tricks to impress anyone, from a first date to the boss you want that raise from.
flaviar

Know a Booze Adventurer? Give the Gift of Flaviar

Need to find a boozy gift for the man that always wants to try something new? Give the gift of Flaviar this holiday season.
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Review: The Best Ardbeg There Is?

We review Ardbeg Uigeadail, often see as the best Ardbeg expression. Find out if we agree.
Drambuie

Great New Look, Same Great Liquid: Drambuie’s New Bottle Design

Sometimes, even a classic needs a bit of a facelift. Drambuie, made since the 1700s, recently unveiled their new bottle design. Check it out!
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Anthony Bourdain and the Future of Craft

At the release of the new season of The Balvenie's Raw Craft series, Anthony Bourdain sits down to discuss the future of craft and what that means for us.
egg white cocktails

Your New Favorite Egg White Cocktails

An egg white may seem unconventional, but it is critical to some amazing drinks. Try these egg white cocktails for a more adventurous way of drinking.
beet

Review: Doug Funnie’s New Favorite, Beet Booze?

Check out our review of this 100% beet-made spirit from Boardroom Spirits.
Jägermeister

A Brief History of Jägermeister

There’s a lot more to Jägermeister than Jägerbombs and the Jersey Shore.
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The Ultimate 2016 Election Cocktail Menu

No matter what happens with the election , you're going to need a drink. We've got you covered with this extremely comprehensive Election Cocktail menu.
VR

21st Century Boozing: VR Integration and More

Distilleries are implementing VR experiences and other tech advances into their marketing and it is epic. Take a tour of distillery without leaving home.
avuá

Review: Avuá Cachaça Aged in Rare Brazilian Wood

Avuá’s newest release, Tapinhoã, is a cachaça named after the rare species of hardwood found in certain parts of South America in which the spirit is aged.
cocktail book

The New Must-Have Cocktail Book: Spirit, Mixer, Glass & Garnish

Fancy yourself a mixologist? You're going to want to pick up the new Cocktail book, "Spirit, Mixer, Glass & Garnish." Find out why here.
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Old is New: 4 New Takes on the Old Fashioned

You don't get much more classic than an old fashioned. Mix it up a little by, checking out these new takes on the original old fashioned recipe.
red wines

Your New Favorite Red Wines for Fall

Red Wines are great for fall; rich berry flavors & strong tannins pair perfectly with lower temps. Cozy up with a few of your new favorite bottles of red.
pink gin

Pink Gin Review: Yes, It’s a Thing

The Royal Navy started it, you can finish it. Check out our review of The Bitter Truth's Pink Gin.
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The Best Rum Drinks for Every Season

From Salty Buttered Maple Cider to Cruzan's Black Diamond Swizzle, we put together a list of the best rum drinks organized by seasonal appropriateness.
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The Basics of Blended Irish Whiskey with Tullamore D.E.W.

There are many of types of blended whiskies out there, so check out our quick and easy guide to understanding blended Irish whiskey here.
Mount Gay Rum

Review: Double The Fun with Mount Gay Rum

Mount Gay Rum has released its second set in the Origin Series. Check out our review of their small batch copper column and copper pot still rums.
The Macallan Double Cask 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky

The Macallan Gets a Little More American with Double Cask

The Macallan Double Cask 12 Year Scotch Whisky is distiller's latest release and uses both Sherry-seasoned European Oak and American Oak to age their whisky
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Own Part of a Brewery with Brewdog’s Equity for Punks

Thanks to BrewDog and Equity for Punks, you can be part-owner of a brewery, without all the hard work. With a small investment, you can help call the shots.
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Scary Good: 5 Fear-Inspired Halloween Cocktails From Saxon + Parole

Conquer what you fear the most with these 5 halloween cocktails from Masa Urushido of Saxon + Parole. They're scary good and scary delicious.
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Canadian Club 100% Rye Whiskey Review

Canadian Club steps it up by producing a single-grain rye whiskey. Set aside your assumptions and settle in to find out if it's worth it with this review.
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Pick Your Favorite: 6 Autumn Apple Cocktails

Say no to pumpkin spice by making apple cocktails. From the Ruby Salted Dog to the Orchard Toddy these apple based drinks give you the full flavor of fall
Laphroaig

Two Laphroaig Scotches To Enjoy This Fall

Pull out your glencairn glasses and pour yourself a dram of one of the two newest expressions from Laphroaig: The Lore and Cairdeas Madeira.
3 Marlenas apple brandy

Review: Apple Brandy with a Tequila Twist

Copper and Kings have taken two great spirits and brought the flavors together with 3 Marlenas, an apple brandy finished in tequila barrels.
antica

Impress Your Friends with 631 Years of Wine Tradition

Fun fact: You don't need to leave the US to experience centuries of wine traditions. You just have to go to Napa Valley in California to Antica Vineyard.
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Bloody Good: 4 True Crime Podcast Cocktails

You know you love true crime everything. Now, you can indulge in your dark side for the Halloween season with these true crime podcast cocktails.
four pillars gin

More Fun Than a Mob of ‘Roos: Four Pillars Gin Comes Stateside

We’re not going to say that Four Pillars Gin is the best thing to come to America from Australia since Steve Irwin, but we’re also not not going to say it.
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Scotch On A Budget: 4 Bottles Under $35

Scotch can get expensive, but that doesn't mean you can't buy scotch on a budget. Check out these 5 scotch whiskeys under $35. Your wallet will thank you.
blue nectar tequila

Blue Nectar Tequila Review: Hints Of Peanut Butter?

We review Blue Nectar Tequila's Reposado Extra Blend. With notes of peanut butter and chocolate, this tequila is flavor flip you have to try.