Drinks
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Cocktail Hour: Revitalizing Its Cultural Significance for 2026
Many of history's most brilliant writers, artists, and thinkers maintained a sometimes troubled relationship with alcohol, yet their creative output often coincided with the rituals surrounding its co
Transitional Cocktail Recipes for Summer to Fall Entertaining
Forget the sudden switch from mojitos to mulled wine; a Fall Margarita, blending tequila with apple cider and cinnamon, proves summer's spirit can gracefully evolve into autumn's embrace.
Best Non-Alcoholic Spirits & Mixers for Mocktails
Old Fashioned Mix earned Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition three years in a row (2022–2024), proving that sophisticated, award-winning mocktails are now within reach for consu
Top 5 Bourbon Cocktails Ranked by Complexity and Flavor
A perfectly executed Old Fashioned, with just three ingredients beyond the bourbon, can reveal more layers of flavor than a ten-ingredient concoction, challenging common perceptions of cocktail comple
Top 5 Most Googled Cocktails in America
In 2026, the Old Fashioned surprisingly reigns as America's most searched cocktail, surpassing even the ubiquitous Margarita.
New Jersey Makes To-Go Cocktails Permanent
After years of temporary allowances, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill officially made cocktails-to-go a permanent fixture in 2026.
California lawmakers extend to-go cocktail sales through 2029
At a time when many states still debate temporary measures, California has passed legislation extending the ability for venues to sell cocktails to-go until 2029, solidifying a critical revenue stream
What Are Horchata Origins and Nutritional Benefits?
In a recent study, five of nine traditionally prepared horchatas demonstrated cytotoxic effects against specific cancer cell lines (D-384) without harming normal cells, according to pmc .
Home Cocktail Recipes & Essential Bartending Tools
A new book, 'Shake & Sip: Recipes from the Best Bars in America,' now offers cocktail recipes specifically designed for home bartenders, promising professional results without the professional fuss.
Food-Grade Essential Oils: What 'Safe' Really Means
Despite being labeled 'food-grade' and 'Generally Recognized As Safe' (GRAS) by the FDA, a single drop of peppermint essential oil can be equivalent to 28 cups of peppermint tea.
Great Lakes Brewing Co. Launches Canned Cocktail in Select Markets
Great Lakes Brewing Company, a name synonymous with craft beer, is launching its first canned cocktail, aSPLASH Crafted Citrus Long Drink, but it won't be available in its home state of Ohio until Aug
5 Classic Tequila Cocktails to Rediscover in 2026
In 1937, the Matador cocktail debuted as an equal-parts blend of tequila, orange Curaçao, and French vermouth, a sophisticated, spirit-forward drink documented in the Café Royal Cocktail Book, accordi
Bartenders Embrace Spicy Savory Cocktail Trends with New Ingredients
At Salty Flame, the Spicy Guava Margarita, crafted with Don Julio tequila and spicy agave syrup, exemplifies a major shift: consumers now actively seek heat over sweetness in their cocktails.
Parisian Bar Named World's Best New Cocktail Bar
Mainland China now boasts a record seven bars on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 list, signaling a dramatic shift in the global cocktail landscape.
Hydrating Drinks Beyond Water for Energy and Wellness
Even elite athletes at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take mandatory water breaks, highlighting a universal need for optimal hydration that goes beyond just quenching thirst.
Top 6 Travel Inspired Cocktails to Make at Home
A true Mai Tai is not red or bright orange, nor does it contain pineapple or orange juice.
Top 6 Best Non-Alcoholic Spirits and Mixers For Your Mocktails
The non-alcoholic mocktail market is valued at $8.
Craft cocktails were pricey; mini-cocktails offer a 2026 solution.
In Chicago, you can now find a well-crafted margarita for $7 or a negroni for $10.
Iconic Drinks: Global Roots of American Identity
In 1886, a pharmacist in Atlanta mixed a syrup intended to cure headaches and fatigue, unknowingly creating the world's most recognizable American beverage, Coca-Cola, according to Coca-Cola Company A
Top International Cocktails: Popularity & Bartender Views
Despite a 300% surge in Espresso Martini orders over the last five years, top bartenders still champion the perfectly balanced Negroni or the elegant Daiquiri as true benchmarks of their craft.
What Is the Emerging Savory Cocktail Trend and Its Flavor Profiles?
At a high-end New York City bar, bartenders now routinely craft drinks featuring olive brine, mushroom tinctures, and even bacon fat.
6 Easy Summer Cocktail Recipes for Effortless Entertaining
Forget complicated concoctions: this summer, experts predict the refreshing simplicity of a cucumber gimlet will be the drink everyone's asking for.
How to Choose Great Cocktails: A Practical Guide
Faced with a menu full of exotic names like Chartreuse or Cynar, many cocktail drinkers simply guess, missing the opportunity to ask their bartender for a taste or description that could lead to their
How Does the Science Behind Non-Alcoholic Spirits Create Flavor?
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How Clarified Cocktails Techniques Make Drinks Crystal Clear
Clarified lime juice can make Daiquiris that remain fresh for days, fundamentally changing how bars can batch and serve these classic cocktails.
Best Cocktail Cherry Brands for Your Home Bar
In a blind tasting of a dozen leading craft cocktail cherries, one brand consistently stood out for its rich, balanced flavor and an almost 'meaty' texture, leaving many competitors far behind.
Top 4 Home Mixologist Tips for Bar Quality Cocktails
Most home cocktail enthusiasts unknowingly sabotage their drinks by 'eyeballing' ingredients, leading to inconsistent and often disappointing results.
Philadelphia launches cocktail trail for America's 250th anniversary
On World Cocktail Day, May 13, Philadelphia launches its "Spirit of '76" trail, a city-wide initiative across 31 hotels.
Top 5 Unique Cocktail Bars You Must Visit
At 'The Alchemist's Den' in London, a single cocktail might involve a tableside smoke infusion, a custom-designed ceramic vessel, and an ingredient foraged from the Amazon rainforest, costing upwards
How Do Carbonation Principles Create Bubbly Cocktails?
At Lullaby, a New York City bar, perfecting a draft cocktail with the fizziness of a freshly opened soda can took nearly two years of trial and error, including battles with overflowing kegs.