Beer, Wine, & Spirits

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    The Coolest Coffee Shops in America

    The concept of the coffee house dates back to the second half of the 15th century in Constantinople. Though Constantinople didn’t survive, the coffee shop did, exported from what’s now Istanbul through Europe and eventually to England, whose colonists brought…

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    Looking for the Best Tequila at Costco? These Bottles Offer a Sweet-Sippin’ Payoff

    The Tastiest Tequilas at Costco Costco’s collection of wines, liquors, and beers marries the top-tier quality also found at local liquor stores with a commitment to low prices. And their tequilas are no exception. If you’re looking for good deals on…

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    The Path to Pantsdrunk: 4 Finnish Long Drink Flavors, Ranked

    Life is undoubtedly stressful. The good news is, there is a simpler way. The Finnish tradition of “kalsarikänni” — also known as pantsdrunk — is generally centered around drinking gin-based cocktails, traditionally made with grapefruit juice or soda, beverages known in…

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    Fun and Little-Known Facts About Coca-Cola

    Since it was first invented in 1886, Coca-Cola has become America’s sugary beverage of choice, but fans can forget what a long, winding path it’s taken to get there. From its heady early history of drug-infused secret formulas to PR…

  • What’s Wrong with Costco’s Vodka? Shoppers Report It Tastes Like Flintstones Vitamins Now

    Costco members may want to avoid the warehouse store’s Kirkland Signature American Vodka — at least for the near future. According to multiple reports from Costco superfans on Reddit, the popular $15 vodka is suffering from quality issues, with shoppers…

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    The Sam’s Club Member’s Mark Liquor Lineup: What to Buy and What to Skip

    While Sam’s Club has only been in the liquor business since 2010, the Walmart-owned wholesaler has put together an impressive lineup of affordable white-label alcohols under its Member’s Mark brand. But does Sam’s Club liquor taste as cheap as it…