D. George Benham’s Sonoma Dry Gin Review
This soft and floral California gin makes for a fine G&T.
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Pamplemousse au Poivre Named “Cocktail of the Year”
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Don Ciccio & Figli Cerasum Apertivo Review
Don Ciccio & Figli Cerasum is an apertivo incorporating tart cherries, cherry blossoms, and a botanical blend—and it makes for one helluva cocktail.
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Rum-ify the Classic Sidecar Cocktail
Rethink the classic Sidecar cocktail by swapping out cognac for rum.
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Stir, Don’t Shake, Cannabis Cocktails
With 4/20 just around the corner, it seems the perfect opportunity to discuss the merits of stirring cannabis cocktails. I’m usually hard pressed to find bartenders who really know the physical differences between stirring and shaking a cocktail—any cocktail. Now,…
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The Income Tax Cocktail Is Here to Help
Drink this classic gin-spiked concoction alongside your W-2.
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Thirst Boston Is Back for Another Round
Thirst Boston is back for another round of spirited seminars and events. Join in April 27-29.
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Root 23 Simple Syrup Review
Testing out Root 23’s range of creative simple syrups, including Maple Cinnamon and Grapefruit Basil.
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Glendalough Mizunara Finish Single Malt Whiskey Review
Next-gen Irish distiller Glendalough is finishing this single malt in Japanese Mizunara casks.
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Italicus Rosolio Di Bergamotto Review
This very Italian liqueur is made from rose petals, bergamot, and other botanicals, and makes for a fine White Negroni.
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Tasting The GlenDronach Single Malt Sherry Cask Scotch Whiskies
Check out The GlenDronach — known for their richly-sherried single malt scotch whiskies.
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Tequila vs. Mezcal Cheat Sheet
Breaking down the differences between tequila and mezcal.
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10 Carrot Cocktails for Easter Drinking
This year, ditch the candy and drink like the Easter Bunny.
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Beyond Scotch: the Best Single Malts From Around the World
Seek out these great single malts from countries not named Scotland, including those hailing from Japan, India, Taiwan and France.
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Tasting the New Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey Caribbean Rum Cask Finish
Something new and rum cask-finished from your pals at Tullamore D.E.W.
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Rhum Agricole vs. Cachaça: Clearing Up the Canefusion
Our resident Rum Master explores what makes these two cane juice-based spirits unique.
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How to Fill a Flask Without Spilling
Field testing the best flask-filling options, from funnel to turkey baster.
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17 St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails to Class Up Your Holiday
Tired of green beer and Irish Car Bombs? These creative cocktails will get you back in the holiday spirit.
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How to Make Bitters
Your DIY guide to making cocktail bitters at home.
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Why Do We Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
Everyone’s favorite drinking holiday is full of good times and bad history.
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Montanya Rum Review
Sometimes good rum comes from where you least expect it. In the case of Montanya, that place is the Rocky Mountains.
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The Best Irish Whiskey Under $50
With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, here’s a guide for Irish whiskey lovers who aren’t made of money.
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Nemiroff Vodka Review
Nemiroff Vodka hails from Ukraine, one of the world’s great vodka-drinking countries.
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Everything You Need to Know About Absinthe
Absinthe might be the most misunderstood spirit in the world, and it’s time to clear its name.
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Four Roses’ Private Barrel Selection Process, From Distillery to Bar
With two recipes and 10 mash bills, selecting private barrels at the Four Roses Distillery is a serious affair.
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Johnnie Walker Launches Jane Walker Special Edition Whisky
Meet Jane Walker, the new limited-edition whisky from your pals at Johnnie Walker.
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Flaviar’s “Frérot: the Chosen One” Is a Crowdsourced Cognac Tasting Box
Three cognac samples enter. Only one remains.
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12 Margarita Variations to Mix Up at Home
From fresh carrots and green juice to Clementines and jalapeños, these twists on the classic Margarita are as creative as they are delicious.
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Why Do Rum Makers Filter Their Rums?
The how and why of filtering rum, and what it means for the drinker.
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How to Make Vermouth
A step-by-step guide to making vermouth at home.
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The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey Review
The Sexton Single Malt is a new Irish whiskey in a handsome bottle and at an affordable price point.
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An Olympics-Inspired Cocktail to Drink During the Winter Games
Enjoy while cheering on your country during the Winter Olympics, or just whenever you want a good tequila cocktail.
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16 Valentine’s Day Cocktails to Celebrate in Style
Valentine’s Day cocktails for curling up with that special someone. Or drinking alone on the couch. We don’t judge.
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Behind the Scenes at Nevada’s Frey Ranch Estate Distillery
The innovative farm-to-glass distillery is making gin, absinthe and wonderfully weird whiskey.
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Donna Rosa Rabarbaro Review
Donna Rosa Rabarbaro is a tart and flavorful rhubarb liqueur from D.C.’s Don Ciccio & Figli Distillery.
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How to Make Gin at Home
A step-by-step guide to making your own gin—but without that whole distillation thing.
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The Topsy Turvy Is Like an Inverted Manhattan
This vermouth-heavy take on the manhattan includes a dash of coffee liqueur.
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What Is Irish Coffee, Anyway?
From Ireland to San Francisco, we trace the story of this classic drink.
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Ardbeg An Oa Scotch Whisky Review
The midst of our record-shattering winter seems like a perfectly good time to release a new Islay scotch, and Ardbeg is right on top of that with the release of its new An Oa. This one’s a combination, incorporating whisky…
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A Rum-and-Pisco-Spiked Tahitian Coffee for Two
A two-person cocktail for going all Lady and the Tramp with someone special.
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Bowmore Vintner’s Trilogy Review
Bowmore, which carries the distinction of being the oldest licensed distillery on the isle of Islay, recently launched its Vintner’s Trilogy. The three expressions that make up the trilogy carry age statements—18, 26 and 27—and have undergone different cask finishes….
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