Beer, Wine, & Spirits
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Smooth and Affordable Whiskeys That Deserve Sipping
A spot of whiskey can put you in high spirits for the weekend or add warmth to a chilly night, but there’s no need to spend big money on a premium, vintage variety for everyday sipping when there are plenty…
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7 Things You Should Never Do on New Year’s Eve
Who wants to start the new year off right? Show of hands! Everyone, right? Heading into 2025, there are some simple ways to make sure your 2025 sails smoothly right from the start by steering clear of some mistakes on…
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The Most Popular Christmas Cocktail in Every State — And How to Make Them
Christmas festivities are a time for imbibing. Everyone has their favorite holiday drinks, and plenty of strong opinions about bad ones. Does your Christmas cocktail of choice line up with everyone else’s in your area? That’s what a new study…
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Boozy Christmas Punch Recipes to Lean on This Season
If you’re hosting people this season — or even just attending a few potlucks — you might be in the market for some spirited (see what we did there) beverages. So to help you out, we compiled 11 Christmas punch…
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Alcoholic Drinks That Give You the Worst Hangovers
When yesterday’s “why nots” turn into today’s “why oh whys,” there’s not much you can do but ride it out. However, according to alcohol expert Daniel Ufland of the online whisky retailer The Whisky Masters, your choice of drink might…
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The Best Sports Bar in Every State
From dive bars to high-energy fan hubs, these are the best sports bars in every state for cold drinks, big screens, and game-day vibes.
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The Most Popular Alcohol Sold at Costco in Your State
The only thing we love more than Costco is the prices that Costco charges us for ungodly amounts of liquor. Whether you love Kirkland’s dupes or you’re brand-loyal to another…
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11 Over-the-Top Bloody Marys Across America
The bloody mary’s history is much more refined than you might think: It was created at Harry’s New York Bar in Paris and then popularized in the U.S. at the…
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I Drank 11 Hard Iced Teas, and Only One Brand Is Stocking My Cooler This Summer
The hard seltzer trend seems to be on the downswing, while hard iced tea is gaining steam. That’ll make for a very delicious and fun summer, at least if you…
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If You Drink Only One Hard Seltzer This Summer, Make It This One
If you find yourself by a beach, pool, or lake (or even just your front porch), that’s an experience only made better with an ice-cold beverage. It’s hard seltzer season,…
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Party Like It’s 1999: Arizona Hard Beverages, Ranked
It may have taken a few decades, but Arizona has finally ventured into the world of alcoholic beverages. The nostalgic brand, known for its iconic 99-cent cans of iced tea,…
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30+ Classic Hole-in-the-Wall Bars That Have Survived the Decades
It’s almost impossible to define what makes a bar great, but longevity is often an important indicator. To survive and retain a core group of regulars as a community changes…
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Love Whiskey? Here Are 8 American Whiskeys To Splurge On
It’s easy to find great whiskey without breaking the bank, but sometimes life calls for a special occasion. When times of true celebration are upon us, it can feel good…
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Costco’s Crazy Expensive Wine ‘Deals’ Include a $50,000 Wine Collection
Costco has been known to sell some crazy things, but you might not think about the mega warehouse chain as a place to get rare wine. Well, rethink that, because…
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9 Retro Cocktails That Used To Be Cool But Aren’t Anymore
Just like clothing trends, cocktails go in and out of fashion. What you used to drink when you were in your 20s in the 1970s or 80s is probably not…
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8 Things You Should Never Order at a Dive Bar
Look, we love dive bars. They’re rough around the edges, full of potentially cranky regulars, and they feel like a warm hug (from someone who hasn’t showered in a couple…
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10 of the Best American-Made Whiskeys Under $100
Looking for a high-quality American bourbon that you can enjoy like a true connoisseur without breaking the bank? There are a lot more options than you think, so there’s no…
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Arizona Hard Iced Tea Will Make You Forget Boozy Seltzer
This story was updated in November 2023. All you 80s and 90s babies who grew up on Arizona iced tea, brace yourself for this news: Arizona makes hard iced tea…
