This Spicy Adult Popsicle Recipe is the Perfect Way to Kick Off Summer
If you’re looking for a paleta that will be simultaneously hot and cold, well, this one is going to be hard to beat. This alcoholic popsicle recipe from La Newyorkina and Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur is equal parts, boozy, spicy, and delicious.
The Manual’s Favorite Cocktails of 2022 (with Recipes)
We've shaken, stirred, and sipped a lot of drinks this year. Check out this list of our favorite cocktails of 2022, complete with recipes.
7 Show-Stopping Cocktails to Sip While Watching the Grammy Awards
These Grammy Cocktails will make any party an award-winner.
Sink Your Teeth into this Maple Bacon Grilled Cheese Recipe
Melt Shop chef and founder Spencer Rubin shared his gooey and delicious Maple Bacon Grilled Cheese recipe so you can make it in the comfort of your home.
This Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe is Paleo, Whole 30, and Delicious
Tell grandma she can put away the cream of celery now.
Southern Food and Slow Cookers: An Interview with Celebrity Chef Hugh Acheson
We sat down with celebrity chef Hugh Acheson to talk about Southern food, slow cookers, his newest book, and his latest guest chef gig.
Weird Things on Amazon You Can Technically Eat, But Probably Shouldn’t
We went down a rabbit hole deeper than anything Alice ever attempted on a quest to find the weirdest things on Amazon that you can eat. Our discoveries include everything from dirt to testicle jerky. Weak stomachs need not apply.
These Cannabis-Infused Cocktail Recipes Are Worth a High Five
You can have your pot and drink it too. Stillhouse Spirits teaches us how to make cannabis-infused bourbon and shares four easy CBD cocktail recipes.
Meet the Impressively Massive Mega Mule Cocktail
The Mega Mule, which you can get at PHD Terrace in midtown Manhattan, weighs in at 10 pounds and is possibly the most epic cocktail ever.
Make Your Own Barbecue Sauce at Home with These 2 Tasty Recipes
A good barbecue sauce can make or break a meal. Learn how to make two delicious versions courtesy of these recipes from Mike and Amy Mills, authors of 'Praise the Lard' authors and legends of 17th Street Barbecue.
These Cocktails Will Perfectly Pair With Some of Your Favorite Vinyl Records
In 'Booze & Vinyl' (Running Press, 2018), André Darlington and Tenaya Darlington offer cocktail and record pairings. Each duo is crafted to match the highs and lows of drink flavors with the tunes of the album.
We Tasted the New Oreo Flavors So You Don’t Have To
You're welcome, world. In total, Nabisco has produced around 75 different Oreo flavors. We tried the three newest creations — Piña Colada, Kettle Corn, and Cherry Cola — which are finalists in the #MyOreoCreation contest. Here's our full taste test review.
5 Boozy Books to Read this Summer
Your next beach read doesn’t have to be some cheap murder mystery. Choose a book about spirits, cocktails, and hard liquor instead. Our summer reading list includes 'Cocktails Across America' by Diane Lapis and Anne Peck-Davis, 'A Short History of Drunkenness' by Mark Forsyth, and more.
How to Make a Daiquiri with this Step-by-Step Video
Scores of men, including Hemingway and JFK, have enjoyed this classic cocktail — and you should, too. Learn how to make a daiquiri with our video guide.
Wild Roots Marionberry Vodka Review: Flavored to Perfection
Hate the thought of infused vodkas? Well, you're going to change your mind with Wild Roots Marionberry Infused Vodka, we swear. Here is our review of this tasty flavored vodka.
Turmeric Cordial: For When You Want to Spice Up Your Spirits Shelf
Be ahead of the liquor curve and spice up your booze shelf with Tamworth Distilling's new turmeric cordial--an interesting and unique drink.
What to Drink When You’re Not Drinking: Seedlip, the World’s First Distilled Non-Alcoholic Spirit
Seedlip is what to drink when you don't want to drink. This unique concoction is the world's first distilled non-alcoholic spirit — and it's delicious.
Mixologist Johnny Swet on Why You Should Use Yuzu
If you haven't heard of yuzu before, check out what rockstar mixologist Johnny Swet of NYC's The Skylark has to say about the delicious citrus.
Best Wayfair Way Day Kitchen Deals 2020: What To Shop
On September 23 and 24, Wayfair will be discounting items up to 80% across the site (with free shipping to boot).
The Absolute Best New American Whiskey of 2018
These are the best new bottles of whiskey, rye, and bourbon made in the United States in 2018. We'll gladly share a dram of any of these with you.
The 2017 Scotch Whisky Blend of the Year is Only $3,999
The Last Drop 1971 aged 45 years before being bottled. This unique concoction was named Scotch Whisky Blend of the Year in Jim Murray's 2017 Whisky Bible.
The Best Flavored Vodka Made in America of 2018
The Manual Spirit Awards 2018 recognize the best damn booze in America. We've awarded the top American liquors across nine categories, including flavored vodka. Here is the best flavored vodka made in the U.S.
The Best American Unaged Rum of 2022
The Manual Spirit Awards 2022 recognize the best damn booze in America. We've awarded the top American liquors across nine categories, including white rum. Here is the best white rum (aka unaged rum) made in the U.S.
Can’t-Miss Events at the 2018 Charleston Wine + Food Festival
The Charleston Wine + Food Festival is back for its 13th year and is better than ever. Take a bite out of the 2018 lineup and the tastiest, most mouthwatering events that you can't miss.
The Manual Awards 2018: Minneapolis, Minnesota
MInneapolis is bursting with great food, drink, and shopping. While it may be cold for large parts of the year, that shouldn’t stop you from visiting this increasingly-hot city.
Why the Cayman Islands are the Ultimate Foodie Destination for 2022
The Cayman Islands may be a hidden gem of the culinary scene for now, but they won't be for long. Whether you’re looking for fresh-caught fish cooked, farm-to-table explorations, or a high-end meal, the food and drink scene of the Cayman Islands is ready to serve you.
Bring on the Bitter, Because Negroni Week 2022 is Here
Negroni Week 2022 is back. Learn about the classic cocktail and why you should be ordering one during this event.
The Best American Vodka
The Manual Spirit Awards 2022 recognize the best damn booze in America. We've awarded the top American liquors across nine categories, including vodka. Here is the best vodka made in the U.S.
The Best Sour Beers of Summer 2022
Offering a summery and youthful zap of zesty energy, these are the best sour beers for the remainder of 2022.
You Should Drink These 18-Year-Old Liquors in 2022
A new year may mean a new you, but that doesn’t mean that what’s in your glass should be new. Check out these must-have 18-year-old liquors.
How to Perfectly Fold a Burrito
In order to achieve the perfect burrito, you just need to know two things: Find out how much stuff to put in and how to fold it so that it stays together.
The Best American Unaged Rum
The Manual Spirit Awards recognize the best craft liquor made in the United States. We awarded the best American spirits across eight categories, including Unaged Rum. This is the best white rum in the U.S.
How to Make a Stand-Up Mint Julep
The refreshing Mint Julep should be enjoyed pretty much all the time, not just during the Kentucky Derby. Here's how to perfect the classic drink.
The Best American Aged Rum
The Manual Spirit Awards recognize the best craft liquor made in the United States. We awarded the best American spirits across eight categories, including Aged Rum. This is the best aged rum in the U.S.
The Best American Liqueur in 2022
The Manual Spirit Awards 2022 recognize the best craft liquor made in the United States. We awarded the best American spirits across eight categories, including Liqueur. This is the best liqueur in the U.S.
How to Make Authentic Tacos in 2 Delicious Recipes
To help you in the pursuit of taco greatness, we asked two chefs for their carne asada and blackened shrimp tacos recipes.
The 7 Best Cocktail Shakers to Mix With in 2022
If you're going to make a cocktail, you'll need a cocktail shaker. Check out the main types of cocktail shakers, our picks, and learn what they're best for.
8 Best Dry Rubs for Barbecue To Rub Your Meat With This 2022
While rubs can be for anything from meat to veggies, some of them are made specifically for certain meats. Check out our list below for the best barbecue rubs.
Our Rules for Zoom Room Drinking Game, Because Why Not?
Sure, most of us are already drinking while on Zoom, but now we’ve made up a series of rules to make things more interesting should you want to take that route.
Código 1530 Origen Extra Añejo Tequila Review
If you love whiskey or cognac, you’ll want to check out Código 1530 Origen, an Extra Añejo tequila that makes a great sipper.
The Manual Spirit Awards 2022: The Best Craft Liquor Made in America
The Manual Spirit Awards recognize the best craft liquors made in the United States. We awarded the best American spirits across eight categories: Bourbon, Single Malt Whiskey, Rye Whiskey, Gin, Vodka, Unaged Rum, Aged Rum, and Liqueur.
The Best Liquor Gifts for a Man Who Loves a Great Cocktail
Be sure to shop for a gift that keeps on giving: a bottle of booze. Surely, anyone who likes a good drink is going to love our guide to the best liquor gifts.
How to Make Your Own Homemade Peanut Butter
Peanut butter is a healthy, delicious staple in the best of times, but now that people are focusing more on shelf-stable items that are also good for you, the classic sandwich spread has taken on a whole new level of importance.
Best Cinnamon Cocktails to Spice Up Your Fall
Cinnamon was once a spice more prized than gold. Check out these delicious cinnamon cocktails and drink like royalty with these warming drinks.
Tap Your Inner Ron Swanson with This Epic Memorial Day Meat Recipe
It's time to loosen those belts and prepare to dig in to this amazing Memorial Day meat feast courtesy of San Francisco's EPIC Steak.
This Virginia Distillery Just Released a Beer-Finished Whisky
Can you really go wrong when you put beer and whisky together? No. The answer is no. This is why we were excited when Virginia Distillery Company released its latest expression: Brewers Batch 1, a beer-finished whisky.
What is Pét-Nat Why Will It Be Your New Favorite Sparkling Wine?
Pétillant Naturel is a style of sparkling wine that is unpretentious, delicious, and outdates its more popular cousin, Champagne, by quite a bit.
The Gin of Gins: Sipsmith Spirits’ V.J.O.P.
Check out the juniper king of gin, Sipsmith's V.J.O.P., a gin that encompasses all three different ways one can make the spirit.
8 Best Graphic Novels For Newcomers To The Genre
Let's get one thing straight right from the get-go: Graphic novels are not comic books.
What You Need to Know About Sherry, According to an Expert
González Byass Senior Brand Manager Claire Henderson sits down with The Manual Podcast crew to break down what sherry is, what it tastes like, and the best ways to drink it.