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Rapidly Declining Beer Sales Have Put the Industry in a “Five Alarm Fire”

A massive beer industry organization has deep concerns about what’s to come

What the Sale of Ilegal Mezcal to Bacardi Means for You

It might be a game-changer for how we look at the agave spirit not named tequila

Czech Beer Is Having a Moment, And Brewers Are Thrilled

After decades of dismissal by craft brewers, Czech lagers are making a comeback

HIRSCH Whiskey Takes Inspiration From “The Best Bourbon You’ll Never Taste”  

How a modern brand honors a legendary bourbon distilled in 1974

The Biggest Surprise of This Year’s Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

If you’re a fan of extra-aged bourbon, there’s a treat waiting for you

Texas-Based Socorro Pairs Tequila With Philanthropy

For every case sold, the fledgling spirits brand donates clean water to orphanages, nursing homes and communities in Mexico

The 10 Best Luxury Tequilas for Sipping

And also, what exactly is a luxury tequila?

An Early Taste of Angel’s Envy 2023 Cask Strength Rye and Bourbon

It's the first time the distillery's released this style of rye whiskey

How to Train for (and Win) an Oktoberfest Steinholding Competition

You're not going to be the first mug down this year. We've got a plan.

The 8 Best Dive Bars in SF, According to a Top Sommelier

Phillip Acquafresca of the Absinthe Group shares his favorite spots for grabbing a cheap drink

11 Under-the-Radar Whiskeys for Fall From the Folks at Whiskey Neat

They've got 230 to choose from at their Fort Lauderdale cocktail lounge

Dassai Sake Has Set Up Shop in New York

How an iconic Japanese sake brewery was convinced to open a location stateside in the Hudson Valley

Brooklyn Brewery Is Bringing an Ancient African Grain to Mainstream Beer

Fonio is drought-resistant, grows quickly and is full of flavor

The 9 Best Affordable Rye Whiskeys to Drink Right Now

From Dickel to Wild Turkey to Redemption, these bottles are budget-friendly (around $40) and delicious

The 13 Best Wine Glasses in 2023, According to Experts

We asked 13 sommeliers and beverage directors about their favorite glassware. Here are their professional picks.