Drinks

There’s never been a better time to drink craft cocktails. Whether you like fruity, blended tiki drinks or classic cocktails like the Old-Fashioned, the world of mixed drinks is bigger than ever before. Or, perhaps you prefer to simply sit back and relax with a nice glass of scotch or other type of distilled spirit. Gin, vodka, tequila, whiskey, brandy, rum, mezcal, and liqueurs are enjoying more popularity than they have in decades, and new craft spirits are popping up left and right like never before.

Whatever suits your fancy, Bevvy is your guide to better drinking. Check out this section to discover delicious drinks from all over the world, learn the storied histories behind many iconic cocktails, meet bartenders and distillers who are changing the game, and keep up with all kinds of great booze-related products.

two red spritz cocktails on a wooden surface

Cocktails, Drinks, Entertaining, OccasionsAug 30, 2019

20 Easy Labor Day Cocktail Recipes

By Kevin Gray

20 simple cocktails for labor-less Labor Day drinking.

Drinks, Liquor Reviews, Spirits, WhiskeyAug 27, 2019

Egan’s Legacy Reserve II Irish Whiskey Review

By Eric Twardzik

Egan’s Legacy Reserve II was aged in American oak and then finished in barrels that once held Banyuls, an AOC-designated French dessert wine.

Cocktails, Drinks, RTDAug 18, 2019

2019 Is the Year of Canned Cocktails. We Reviewed 8 of Them.

By Eric Twardzik

With the recent explosion of canned cocktails, we felt duty-bound to try as many as we could get our hands on—and reasonably drink.

Cocktails, Drinks, OccasionsAug 9, 2019

8 Cocktails You Can (Reasonably) Order at a Wedding Bar

By Eric Twardzik

Before you ask for beer or wine, try one of these eight cocktails at your next wedding.

Drinks, News, WhiskeyJul 29, 2019

Woodford Reserve Releases Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey

By Kevin Gray

Here’s something new from Woodford: a straight wheat whiskey that’s now available as the fifth permanent line extension to the brand’s core portfolio.

daiquiri cocktail in a coupe, next to two limes

Bartending 101, Cocktails, Drinks, RumJul 24, 2019

Hack Your Daiquiri With Privateer Rum’s Kevin Martin

By Eric Twardzik

Shake up your Daiquiri game this summer by blending rums and using jams, herbs, and bitters.

Bourbon, Drinks, Liquor Reviews, Spirits, WhiskeyJul 16, 2019

Eight & Sand Blended Bourbon Review

By Eric Twardzik

Indiana mega-distillery MGP Ingredients has recently begun releasing whiskeys under its own label, including the new Eight & Sand Blended Bourbon.

Drinks, Mezcal, News, SpiritsJul 11, 2019

The Breaking Bad Guys Launch Dos Hombres Mezcal

By Kevin Gray

Breaking Bad stars Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul have just announced Dos Hombres Mezcal, their first foray into the world of celebrity booze.

two Aperol Spritzes with lemon wedges and a mint garnish

Cocktails, DrinksJul 7, 2019

10 Spritz Variations to Drink This Summer (Or Whenever)

By Bevvy

The Aperol Spritz is classic for a reason—it’s easy to make, refreshing, and tastes great. But there’s more than one way to spritz.

Cocktails, Drinks, OccasionsJul 2, 2019

4th of July Cocktails for Toasting Your Independence

By Bevvy

Because nothing says “America” quite like booze and fireworks.

Drinks, Gin, Liquor Reviews, SpiritsJun 26, 2019

Gin Mare Review

By Eric Twardzik

Gin Mare is a Spanish gin that claims to be the first ever gin inspired by the Mediterranean.

Cocktails, DrinksJun 22, 2019

13 Variations on the Classic Negroni

By Bevvy

The Negroni is a classic for a reason. But with a little imagination, that recipe can be modified into a slew of creative variations.

Cocktails, Drinks, OccasionsJun 13, 2019

15 Father’s Day Cocktails for Dear Old Dad

By Bevvy

Because he doesn’t need another tie, here are 15 Father’s Day cocktails to show dad how much you care.

Drinks, Spirits, WhiskeyJun 11, 2019

Cheat Sheet: What Is Mizunara Oak?

By Eric Twardzik

Until recently, mizunara was a word used almost exclusively within the cult world of Japanese whisky blogs. Today, you may find it printed on a label in your local liquor store.