For The Smoothest Whiskey Sour You'll Ever Sip, Follow The 3-2-1 Ratio
The best cocktails have well-balanced flavors, and for classic drinks like a whiskey sour, getting the flavor right is easy when you follow this mixology rule.
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Simple, Fancy, And Familiar — The Cocktail Jacques Pépin Keeps In Rotation
Jacques Pépin knows how to make magic in a glass. For instance, he puts a tasty twist on this classic cocktail by changing ingredient ratios.
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Lowland Vs Highland Scotch: How Do These Whisky Types Compare?
Scotch is one of the world's most nuanced whiskies, but geographical variance is only part of what makes Lowland and Highland spirits different from each other.
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The Daiquiri Ernest Hemingway Allegedly Drank 16 Of In One Night
Author Ernest Hemingway loved a good, strong daiquiri. His rum-heavy variation even got its own name thanks to a bartender at one of his Havana haunts.
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The Strict Way Frank Sinatra Requested His Martinis
In the age of big band and swing, Frank Sinatra was as cool and smooth as a guy could get, and the way he requested his martinis was no different.
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How Much Is A 'Finger' Of Whiskey?
Unless you traveled back in time to an old saloon, we don't recommend ordering your whiskey in "fingers." Here's what it means to order a "finger" of whiskey.
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What Kate Hudson Uses To Give Her Martinis A Spicy Kick
When Kate Hudson isn't being an amazing actress, the entrepreneurial star dabbles in the lifestyle space. She mixes a mean martini using this spicy ingredient.
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The Martini Sin That Franklin Roosevelt Committed In The White House
When it comes to this classic cocktail, the former president surely put a unique spin on it. Would you try his martini with this green liquid addition?
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Why Your Ice Cubes Keep Shattering In The Tray (And How To Stop It)
One of the most common issues with making ice cubes is shattering in the tray. Here's why your ice cubes might keep cracking and what you can do about it.
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One Of Anthony Bourdain's Favorite Cocktails Dates Back To The 1800s
Anthony Bourdain was a culinary icon. We examine one of his favorite cocktails, the timeless Sazerac, an intriguing drink that's still popular today.
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Give Vodka A Break And Elevate Your Jell-O Shots With This Popular Wine
Jell-O shots carry a raucous reputation, but they can actually be elegant with some refined techniques. For one, you don't have to use liquor to make them.
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The Cocktail JFK Celebrated With After Winning The Presidency
In the three years John F. Kennedy was in office, he and his young family brought modern influences to the White House, starting with a celebratory cocktail.
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Cocktail Smoker For Your Whiskey — Fancy Trick Or Total Waste?
Using a cocktail smoker can result in a show-stopping presentation, with velvety smoke beckoning drinkers to imbibe, but is it worth the hassle to do at home?
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The Vintage Cocktail Warren G Harding Drank At The White House During Prohibition
The peskiness of Prohibition didn't stop the 29th president, Warren G. Harding, from catching a buzz. One of his go-to drinks was this old-timey cocktail.
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The 2 Liquors You Need For Jimmy Buffett's Perfect Margarita
Jimmy Buffett was as known for his tropical-loving lifestyle as he was for his music. He looked to these key ingredients for his signature margarita.
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TikTok's Cutwater Espresso Martini Fountain Looks Like A One-Way Ticket To The Back Of A Cop Car
Cutwater canned cocktails can be pretty strong, so filling an entire beverage fountain with Cutwater espresso martini is a fun if dangerous prospect.
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19 Best Cocktails To Mix Up On New Year's Eve
Whether you're looking for a beverage that's sophisticated or sweet, sour or smooth, we've got you covered with a slew of cocktails to celebrate the New Year.
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This Flavored Whiskey Brings Out Hidden Notes In Your Whiskey & Coke
If you're looking to add a little extra flavor to a whiskey and Coke, but don't want to overpower the mix, then you'll want to check out this subtly sweet pick.
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The Best Whiskeys To Put In Your Whiskey Sour
The best whiskeys for a perfect whiskey sour, from spicy ryes to sweeter bourbons, plus tips for balancing flavors and creating your ideal cocktail.
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The Old-School Soda Ingredient That Seems To Be Making A Comeback
Soda fountains of decades past featured ingredients that most of us aren't familiar with. But mixologists and craft soda makers are bringing one back.
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The Big Problem With Whiskey Stones Most People Overlook
Enjoying whiskey is an art form as well as a personal preference. If you prefer yours on the rocks, don't overlook this big problem with whiskey stones.
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8 Fall-Inspired Vodka Cocktail Recipes Perfect For Chilly Nights In
Fall is here and we've rounded up some tasty vodka-based cocktail recipes that are sure to be a hit around the fireplace on a crisp autumn night.
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Turns Out, Shirley Temple Wasn't A Fan Of Her Namesake Mocktail
Not all celebrities are flattered by a drink named in their honor. Shirley Temple had strong opinions about her name being used for a classic mocktail.
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Improve Your Cheap Whiskey With These Flavor Enhancing Mixers
Whether you're looking to smooth out the burn of your favorite whiskey or seeking a drink with a bit more of a twist, check out our favorite mixers.
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You Should Be Adding Salt To Whiskey. Here's Why
Adding salt to whiskey may sound like a recipe for disaster, but it may actually be just the flavor boost your liquor is missing. Here's why.
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The Former US President Who Had A Cocktail Named After Him
Alcohol and U.S. politics have a history that reaches back to the nation's early years. However, one president had a particularly potent cocktail named for him.
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When Making A Batch Of Sangria, Take Some Advice From A Mixologist
Making sangria might seem simple, but that doesn't mean you know how to make it tasty. We spoke with a mixologist who provided tips for crafting a great batch.
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