Craft Cocktails

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Top 7 Underrated Cocktails with Recipes to Try in 2026

Tired of the same old cocktails? This guide unveils 7 underrated drinks with recipes, perfect for adventurous home bartenders and curious enthusiasts. Explore complex, delicious, and historically significant concoctions that deserve a spot in your rotation.

Daniel Moretti·April 9, 2026
A bartender carefully adds a stream of golden extra virgin olive oil to a craft cocktail, highlighting the innovative use of savory ingredients in modern mixology.
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The Rise of Olive Oil in Cocktails: A Savory Shift in Mixology

Olive oil is making an unexpected appearance in cocktails, moving from the kitchen to the bar as a key ingredient. This savory infusion is changing mixology by enhancing texture and balancing complex flavors.

Daniel Moretti·April 6, 2026
Diverse women celebrating with beautifully crafted ready-to-drink cocktails, showcasing the innovation and quality of women-led beverage brands in a modern, upscale bar.
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Women-Led RTD Cocktail Brands Launch Innovative New Flavors

Women-led RTD cocktail brands are making waves with innovative new flavors and a commitment to quality. This movement reflects a significant shift in the ready-to-drink market, driven by evolving consumer demands.

Daniel Moretti·April 3, 2026
A sophisticated, dimly lit upscale cocktail lounge with a beautifully presented craft cocktail on a polished bar, reflecting the new trend in city nightlife.
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New Upscale Cocktail Lounges Shake Up City Nightlife Nationwide

New upscale cocktail lounges are shaking up city nightlife across the nation, with openings in Chicago and Columbus and existing bars gaining international acclaim. This trend signals a shift towards more intimate, conversation-focused experiences emphasizing craft cocktails and refined atmospheres.

Daniel Moretti·April 3, 2026
A sleek SoulBoxer canned cocktail with Eagle Park Brewing branding, set against a backdrop of a modern craft brewery, symbolizing the acquisition and expansion into ready-to-drink beverages.
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Eagle Park Brewing Acquires SoulBoxer, Expands into Canned Cocktails

Milwaukee's Eagle Park Brewing & Distilling has acquired SoulBoxer Cocktail Co., marking a significant expansion into the ready-to-drink market. This deal brings SoulBoxer's classic cocktails to cans and paves the way for future non-alcoholic and THC-infused offerings.

Daniel Moretti·March 31, 2026