Piña Colada
The Piña Colada has a bit of a bad rap among cocktail connoisseurs. For years, this now-cl...
Surfer on Acid
German Amaro Jägermeister was first produced in 1934. It is made by steeping 56 herbs and...
How to Order a Martini Without Sounding Lost
A direct guide to ordering a martini, including gin vs vodka, dry vs wet, dirty vs clean,...
Moscow Mule
The Moscow Mule is a classic combination of vodka, ginger beer, and lime. Known for it's i...
Mexican Firing Squad
If Margaritas and Palomas dominate your cocktail repertoire in the warmer months, consider...
Shelf Life of Liquor: What Lasts and What Fades
A bottle-by-bottle guide to liquor shelf life, including what lasts for years, what declin...
Mai Tai
The Mai Tai is one of the most famous Tiki drinks in the world. Composed of rum, orange cu...
How to make Bermuda Rum Swizzle
Rum Swizzle is Bermuda's national drink. It is served in bars throughout the island nation...
Soju vs Shochu vs Sake: What Is the Difference?
A practical comparison of soju, shochu, and sake covering ingredients, proof, flavor, serv...
El Diablo
Most people probably think of the margarita first when they think of traditional tequila d...
Types of Gin Explained for Home Bartenders
A clear guide to the main gin styles, how they taste, which cocktails they suit, and how t...
Lemon Drop
The Lemon Drop first squeezed to life in San Francisco sometime during the 1970s. Its inve...
Tommy’s Margarita
Tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur are the ingredients of the classic margarita...
Espresso Martini Recipe: The Ultimate Guide
Master the perfect espresso martini recipe with expert tips on ingredients, technique, and...
Paper Plane
One might imagine that the Paper Plane, considering the drink’s ubiquity among bartenders...
The Essential Guide to Enjoying Cognac: 5 Key Rules
The best place to enjoy cognac in New York, and perhaps the entire country, is the Brandy...
Amaretto Sour Recipe: The Perfect Classic Cocktail
Master the amaretto sour recipe with our bartender-approved guide. From the classic versio...
Sidecar
The Sidecar, with a century of history behind it, is probably the most famous of all class...
Hanky-Panky
"The Savoy Cocktail Book" by Harry Craddock, published in 1930, would be a good companion...
Classic Daiquiri Recipe: The Perfect Rum Cocktail
Master the classic daiquiri recipe with just three ingredients. Learn expert tips, variati...
Jack-Rose
At the beginning of the twentieth century, the Jack Rose cocktail was invented. Although i...
Best Vodka Under $30: Top Bottles That Taste Premium
Discover the best vodka brands under $30 that rival premium bottles. Expert-tested picks f...
Dirty Martini
The Dirty Martini features gin or vodka, dry vermouth, and olive brine. It's is one of the...
Between the Sheets
The Sidecar is a classic pre-Prohibition drink made with fresh lemon juice, orange liqueur...
Bourbon vs Rye Whiskey: The Complete Guide
Bourbon vs rye whiskey explained — taste differences, mash bills, cocktail uses, and top b...
Negroni Sbagliato
Although its name loosely translates to “mistaken Negroni,” the Negroni Sbagliato is the c...
Buchanan’s 12 Year DeLuxe Scotch Review
When it comes to quality, Buchanan's 12-year-old DeLuxe scotch is a well-known blended sco...
Sazerac Recipe: New Orleans' Most Iconic Cocktail
Master the authentic Sazerac recipe — America's oldest cocktail from New Orleans. Step-by-...
O’Doul’s Beer Review
Even after decades as the most well-known non-alcoholic beer available, O'Doul's remains a...
How to Build a Home Bar on a Budget: Complete Guide
Build an impressive home bar without breaking the bank. Essential spirits, tools, glasswar...