The Best (and Easiest) Alternatives to the Aperol Spritz
Photo: Mariya Siyanko (Shutterstock) When you think of spritz drinks, the first that probably comes to mind is the Aperol Spritz, and for good reason—it’s delicious. This Italian cocktail is…
How to Order a Drink at a Bar Without Sounding Like an Idiot
Photo: bogdanhoda (Shutterstock) From weddings to breweries to barbecues to plain ol’ bars, alcohol is everywhere. Drinking is a ubiquitous part of our culture, and while it’s easy to stick…
Three Fresh Ways to Mix Up Your Margarita
A classic, textbook margarita is a perfect summer drink. It’s tart and boozy and just sweet enough—a true ride or die cocktail if there ever was one. But I cannot…
10 Non-Alcoholic Beers That Are Actually Worth Drinking
Photo: Gary L Hider (Shutterstock) Beer is one of mankind’s greatest achievements. We’ve been brewing it according to various recipes for thousands of years—the ancient Egyptians were brewing up a…
How Much Food and Beer Do You Need for Your Super Bowl Party?
Photo: Africa Studio (Shutterstock) The biggest Bowl of the year is upon us (not the Puppy Bowl, though that’s a momentous event in its own right). Super Bowl LVI is…
What You Need to Know About Weed-Infused ‘Wine’ and ‘Beer’
Weed-infused drinks are a staple of the edibles market. But thanks to new innovations in weed tech, THC drinks are looking to move beyond traditional cannabis circles, and replace your…
The Two Bottles You Should Bring to Thanksgiving Dinner
Photo: G-Stock Studio (Shutterstock) I am too dumb to figure out “analytics” but I suspect “what wine pairs with turkey?” is an oft-Googled search term this time of year. Pinot…
Champagne and Fast Food Are the Perfect Pairing
Photo: Johnstocker Production (Shutterstock) At the risk of being labeled a “Champagne socialist,” I’m going to advocate for a pairing that you have perhaps not considered, a pairing that—at first…
6 Boozy Beverages to Sip Over the Holiday Weekend
Photo: Claire Lower Do you like fun? Do you like nostalgia? Are you a woman in your mid-30s? If so, I have the drink for you: A fruity, though quite…
Cynar and Apple Brandy Make a Perfect Nightcap
Photo: Claire Lower 3-Ingredient Happy Hour3-Ingredient Happy HourThe weekly drink column featuring super simple yet delicious libations. For whatever reason, the words “bartender’s handshake” make my skin crawl. I’m not…