It’s Time to Stop Dissing Vodka
Words were had at the beginning of the cocktail renaissance in the early aughts. But shouldn’t we be past that now?
A Comprehensive Guide to IPA Styles
We all know the IPA, but how well do we know all of its many substyles? There’s more to this beer category than hazy fruit juices.
The Ideal Summer Wine, According to 24 Experts
Whether you’re interested in new styles to explore or specific bottle recommendations, these sommeliers and beverage directors have you covered
Review: This Year’s Ardbeg Day Release Defies Gravity
How a “high-gravity mash” shapes the fruity and peaty flavor of the Islay whisky distillery’s new Smokiverse expression
Will American Agave Spirits Take Off?
Ameragave, D’Agave and the rise of the domestic tequila alternative
The Best Daiquiri Swaps Rum for a Peaty Scotch
How the smoky and tropical notes of Ardbeg 10 transform an iconic cocktail
Can a Cocktail Bar Be Great Without Ice?
One Parisian establishment is giving it a try
The Homemade Bar: It’s Time to Embrace Miso in Your Cocktails
And it’s best when you make it yourself (you’ll just need a LOT of time)
A Nitty-Gritty Guide to Pairing Wine With Steak
Which bottles go best with a T-bone? Can you drink white wine with red meat? We went to the experts for advice.
Have a Weird Bottle of Booze at Home? Make a Sonic.
The combination of soda water and tonic is the best way to explore mysterious flavors
Is Premium Whiskey Worth the Splurge?
What makes a distillery’s limited-edition bottles better than its standard offerings — and should you be paying an inflated price?
Review: Jefferson’s Reserve Cask Strength Offers a Distinct Flavor
This innovative Kentucky whiskey maker gets aggressive with a 130-proof take on its flagship bourbon
Why Did It Take 200 Years for This Cult Scotch to Hit the US?
Fettercairn is a single malt whisky with a unique distillation technique
The Homemade Bar: Yes, You Should Make Your Own Seltzer Water
Carbonation is key to a great fizzy drink, and it’s better if you can control the CO2
You’re Talking About Wine All Wrong
Welcome to the world of neuroenology, the next frontier in wine tasting