No, Team USA Is Not in the 2018 World Cup — Here’s Who to Root For Instead
No, the United States Men’s National Team did not qualify for the 2018 World Cup. Yes, we spent zero time analyzing stats to see who might be the high performers this year. Instead, we based our decision on random facts about each country, because why not.
Anthony Bourdain Taught Me More Than Just How to Travel and Eat
Anthony Bourdain is a legend. He is also the reason I was standing in a market across the world from where I lived, eating some of the best food of my life when I learned of his death.
Anthony Bourdain Talks Tattoos and the Stories Behind His Own
Anthony Bourdain sat down with The Manual to talk tattoos and his latest season of 'Raw Craft,' a show that explores craftsmanship across the globe.
How to Make the Marty McRye, Barbecue’s Perfect Cocktail Pairing
Made with rye whiskey, chicory liqueur, and chocolate bitters, the Marty McRye cocktail compliments and enhances a great Southern-style barbecue. This video and accompanying recipe will show you how to make it.
Jim Beam’s Special Father’s Day Package Might Be the Best Deal Ever
Jim Beam is selling limited quantities of the Bonding Over Bourbon Experience, a special Father’s Day gift that’ll blow his freaking mind (if you can get it). Yeah, you're going to be the favorite child if you snag this epic deal for Dad.
This Fluke Ceviche Recipe Will Be a New Favorite for Summer
This no-cook recipe will change how you have summer meals. Enjoy fluke ceviche with charred avocado, brined and fresh cucumbers, pickled Fresno peppers, and cucumber broth courtesy of Jeremiah Del Sol, Executive Chef at Casino Clam Bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Celebrates National Cognac Day with a Special Hennessy 200th Anniversary Release
The release of Hennessy 200th Anniversary marks the date—in March 1818--when the future King George IV of England received his specially commissioned “tierçon cask of excellent quality old pale” from James Hennessy.
A.1.’s Meat Scented Candles Are the Father’s Day Gift that Will Melt His Heart
This year, A.1., the steak sauce that has been sold since 1831 (yeah, it’s that old), has unveiled a new product just in time for Father’s Day: meat scented candles. Does your father love meat? Does he get antsy when it’s time to grill and the storm clouds won’t move on? Then these may be for him.
These Donut Recipes Will Sweeten Your National Donut Day Festivities
Donut let your National Donut Day festivities end at Krispy Kreme! Take a chance with two very different donut recipes you can cook at home.
Today is National Donut Day and There’s More to It than You Think
National Donut Day is about more than free Krispy Kremes. There's actually some very real and very cool history behind it involving the Salvation Army, WWI, and frying donuts on the front lines.
Be a Cheese Whiz By Knowing the Most Popular Cheeses in Every State
Maybe it's not a question you've ever asked yourself before, but now that there are answers in front of you, it's time to find out what the most popular cheeses are in every state. Some results might be surprising.
Barbecue For Breakfast? Eggs Benedict Will Never Be the Same Thanks to This Recipe.
This eggs Benedict recipe from Denver chef Justin Cucci of Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox is a game-changer. Here's how to make his braised pork, Carolina Gold hollandaise sauce, fennel apple slaw, and corn muffins with jalapeño and goat cheese.
KFC Is Giving Away Colonel Sanders Pool Floaties — This is Not a Drill
What’s better than floating in a pool all summer with a drink in hand? Floating in the pool all summer on a raft shaped like everyone’s favorite Kentucky Colonel with a drink in one hand and a bucket of fried chicken in the other. This summer, KFC is giving away Colonel Sanders-shaped floaties. For free.
Smooth Ambler Debuts Big Level Bourbon Made Entirely in West Virginia
Making whiskey is a waiting game, and for Smooth Ambler Distillery, the waiting game has finally paid off in the form of its newest product, Big Level Wheated Bourbon. This is the first release from the brand that was distilled and aged entirely in West Virginia.
ManCan is the Indestructible Beer Container You Need
Crowlers are great, but if you don’t plan on drinking all of the beer at once, then you need a way to reseal the container. This is where a product like ManCan comes in. Made from the same metal as kegs, these growlers are virtually indestructible and keep your beer fresh, carbonated, and portable.
Take a Step Back in Time with J.H. Cutter Whisky
Hotaling & Company — known for Old Potrero whiskey and Junipero Gin — has released a new product: J.H. Cutter Whisky, which is inspired by the whiskey of the time that the distillery's namesake, A.P. Hotaling, was alive and drinking.
Why a Brazilian Sparkling Wine Should Be Your Next Bottle of Bubbly
Brazil has been quietly making sparkling wine for over a century. Not just sparkling wine, though — damn fine sparkling wine. Here's a brief rundown of the winemakingr tradition in this South American country and all the reasons you should be drinking its wine.
Get a Little Science-y with SRM Squares at Circa Brewing Company
The Standard Reference Method (SRM) helps brewers — and now drinkers — identify beers before they have them. In Brooklyn's Circa Brewing Company, you can check out the SRM of each craft beer you enjoy.
Jägermeister’s New Product is For Sipping, Not Shooting
Jägermeister Manifest is the just the second product in the brand’s history. Manifest is a super-premium spirit designed not for the Jägerbombs of early aughts fame, but for sipping.
How a Steakhouse in a Casino is Upping the Cocktail and Food Pairing Game
The cocktail and food pairing choices from Michael Jordan's Steakhouse in Ilani Casino Resort (Ridgefield, Washington) are not a gamble. The menu we tried was worth traveling for and exceeded our expectations. All three courses were slam dunks, you might say. (Sorry we’re not sorry about the puns.)
Crowd-Sourced Cognac: Frérot XO was Created by Flaviar Members
Frérot XO is cognac by the people, for the people. Eight-hundred drinkers from Flaviar, the membership only spirits club, taste-tested the juice before a final blend was bottled and made available to the public.
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.
Def Leppard’s Got Their Own Beer Now
No foolin’ — you’re going to need more than a photograph of this new brew from Elysian Brewing Company. The Seattle-based brewery is ready to launch Def Leppard Pale, a beer as rockin' as its namesake.
Bone Broth in a Fruit Smoothie? It’s Actually Really Good.
You will be as surprised as we were when we tried this savory mango bone broth smoothie recipe. It's delicious and nutritious — the perfect combo for an easy breakfast or snack.
How to Hold a Knife and Use it Like a Pro (Video)
When you're chopping meat and vegetables in the kitchen, how you hold your knife is as important as the cut you use. We asked Eytan Zias, owner of Portland Knife House, to show us how to property use a chef's knife (with demos on one of the most difficult veggies: an onion).
Kava Is the Alternative High You Need to Know About
A high that’s legal in all states? It’s not so in-kava-ceivable with this traditional tea-like drink. We talked with Gabriel Coggins, co-owner of The Kava Konnection, to learn all about kava root, its effects, its taste, and where to find it.
Jay Ellis Shares His Tips for Crafting the Ultimate Weekend of Bromance
It takes a little more than just putting your buds in a car and driving to be a proper bromantic getaway. Jay Ellis (Lawrence on HBO's 'Insecure') is an expert on bromance — he takes an annual trip with his best friends — and he shares a few tips for planning a vacation with your BFFs.
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.
Less Alcohol, More Flavor: Ketel One Botanical is a New Breed of Diet Vodka
There is a hyperfocus these days on living a clean, healthy lifestyle. Ketel One set out to tackle that market by producing a new, lower alcohol by volume (ABV) and lower calorie line of flavored vodkas called Ketel One Botanical.
Have You Tried the Best Bourbon in the World Yet?
If you haven’t tasted the Best Bourbon in the World, you’re going to want to. And we're not talking our favorite bourbon — the World Whiskies Awards just crowned a new winner of this prestigious (and boozy) title.
High West Distillery Makes a Big Change to Double Rye! Whiskey
Park City’s High West Distillery, Utah’s first legal distillery since 1870, has changed the recipe for its famous Double Rye! whiskey. Now you’ll get a little taste of Utah in every sip.
Your Mom Will Love You for Making Her This Easy Mother’s Day Brunch Recipe
Show mom how much you love her with this delicious and simple brunch recipe courtesy of La Brea Bakery. Thanks to the toasted baguette and creamy ricotta, this versatile dish can also work as snack or a dessert.
10 Ultimate Food Pairings to Satisfy Your Every Craving
Long after we’re gone, these legendary food pairings will live on. We’re not talking about the stuff that Michelin-starred chefs are creating, either. We’re talking about the snacks that you and I and Joe Everyman crave when we're drunk and when we're sober.
Can’t-Miss Acts at Merlefest 2018 According to Other Artist on the Lineup
America's premiere roots festival is back for another jam-packed weekend on April 26-29, 2018. There are the can't-miss acts on the Merlefest 2018 lineup, according to some of the top bands and musicians who will also be performing.
How Does a World-Famous Champagne House Celebrate 200 Years? Two Words: World Tour.
In 2018, Billecart-Salmon Champagne is hitting 200 years of production. wouldn't you go on a world tour? To celebrate, the French brand is setting off on a gastronomic world tour in partnership with three-star Michelin chef Alain Passard of l’Arpège in Paris.
Horse Soldier Bourbon’s New Bottle is Made from World Trade Center Steel
American Freedom Distillery, which was founded by a group of special operations officers, is using steel salvaged from the World Trade Center site after 9/11 to press the new bottles of Horse Soldier Bourbon
Woodford Reserve Uncorks Special Edition Bourbon Bottle for 2018 Kentucky Derby
Woodford Reserve, the official sponsor of the Kentucky Derby, is commemorating the 2018 sporting event with a special edition bottle of their bourbon designed by Brown-Forman employee Keith Anderson. Here's a look at its pricing and availability.
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.
Go Bananas for this Cast Iron Monkey Bread Recipe
Everything is better when cooked in cast iron, especially dessert. For this monkey bread recipe, chef Brandon Parsons adds hazelnuts and dates for a little extra sweetness and crunch to an already delicious cake.
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.
Forget USA: Cheer for the Other Red, White, and Blue at the 2018 World Cup
Reyka Vodka has released a line of hilarious, tongue-in-cheek gear for American soccer fans since they can't cheer on Team USA at the 2018 FIFA world cup. The solution? Root for the other red, white, and blue: Iceland.
How to Grill Oysters in 2 Tasty Recipes (Video)
Learn how to grill oysters with Toadfish Outfitters and Charleston's The Macintosh, who also shared two delicious recipes for compound butter, one of the best pairings for grilled oysters.
Matthew McConaughey and Wild Turkey Launch New Whiskey Called Longbranch
Longbranch is a Kentucky-Texas connection for the ages. The new whiskey collaboration from Wild Turkey and Matthew McConaughey BLANK
How to Peel and Devein Shrimp (Video)
With the right tools, you can clean a shrimp as easily as you can open a beer. Our video guide breaks down the steps on how to easily peel and devein shrimp.
Kentucky Green Lights Direct-to-Consumer Bourbon Shipping
The Kentucky General Assembly has passed House Bill 400 (nicknamed the “Bourbon Without Borders Bill”), which allows for the shipment of distilled spirits to other states.
Giveaway: The Ultimate Oyster Package From Toadfish Outfitters
It's time to get your shuck on with Toadfish Outfitters. We have the ultimate prize pack — including fresh oysters — that would turn any shellfish eater green with envy. Click the link and enter the giveaway.
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.
Contemporary and Classic Came Together at Our Four Roses Bourbon Pairing Event
We teamed up with Four Roses to explore the different flavors and nuances behind pairing bourbon with food. Check out the tasting notes and event photos.
Protein-Packed Waffles and Pancakes are the Perfect Way to Start the Day
A healthy breakfast doesn't mean you have to skip the carbs. Kodiak Cakes' line of protein-packed pancake mix and frozen waffles make morning meals easier and heartier.