Cocktails
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Uncover the Profound Differences Between Pot and Column Distilling
From commercial vodka to cult bourbon, all spirits are distilled. It’s a scientific and often creative process that transforms harsh ethanol into something safely potable and, if you’re lucky, downright delicious.But when it comes to distilling, methods vary. The two most common types of distillation are named after the machinery involved: pot and column stills.…
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You Won’t Believe What Happens When You Try This Vermont Sugaring Season Beverage
An invisible magic clings to Vermont in late winter. Weeks before spring arrives, when snow drifts can still swallow your shins as the days grow milder, maple trees begin to stir by running sap through their veins.Once the sap starts flowing, usually in late February, clouds of steam billow from sugar houses that dot the…
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We Tried But Here Are The Drinks That Ruined Our Dry January
True story: We’re super impressed by and supportive of folks who’ve decided to reassess their relationship with alcohol. Whether that means deciding to drink less, exploring the world of non-alcoholic spirits and non-alcoholic wines or quitting cold turkey, these folks have our admiration. But of all the people in the world to attempt Dry January—the…
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Warmer Weather Is Coming So Here Are The 7 Best Ice Shaving Machines….
The snow is here to stay! At least that’s how it looks from a dessert standpoint—especially if you’re looking to add an ice shaving machine to your kitchen tools. These machines are experts at preparing a wow-worthy dessert. They allow you to explore all types of dishes in your kitchen like the Asian shaved ice…
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Cold Nights? Warm Up with the Original Irish Coffee Recipe…
Tourists and locals flock to San Francisco’s famous Buena Vista Café year-round to order the spot’s acclaimed Irish coffee, and the hot, sweet and boozy concoction is famous for good reason. The blend of sugar, hot coffee, Irish whiskey and cold whipped cream makes for a tantalizing delight. Whether you’re a Buena Vista Café superfan…
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Here Are 8 Presidents Who Loved Wine—A Lot
From the precedent-setting Whiskey Rebellion to the early days of American wine production, the United States’ history is very much intertwined with alcohol.So, it probably won’t surprise you to learn that many presidents were quite fond of enjoying a glass of wine (or several). Here’s a look at how wine played a big role in…
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Here’s How to Build an At-Home Bar on Any Budget….
Whether you live in a sprawling house or a tiny apartment, getting the perfect at-home bar is totally doable. Just like renovating and decorating any other part of the home, many options exist when it comes to upgrading your bar space, from DIY options to luxury splurges.But it doesn’t mean you have to choose between…
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If You Love New Orleans, You Have To Try These 9 Mardi Gras Drinks….
Even if you don’t plan to spend this Mardi Gras strolling down Bourbon Street in New Orlean’s French Quarter, there are plenty of ways to celebrate at home—and by that, of course, we mean mix drinks. Mardi Gras is a state of mind, isn’t it? The holiday is closely associated with the city of New…
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Here Is The Best Way to Store Champagne Properly
There is something undeniably exciting about bringing home a bubbly bottle of Champagne. Made from grapes grown in the Champagne region of France, this sparkling wine has come to exude luxury and panache for its imitable character. And whether your most recent sparkling purchase is intended for long-term aging, celebratory popping or everyday drinking, here’s…
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Move Over, Beer: Spirits Is NOW Alcohol’s Biggest American Money Maker
The American distilled spirits industry can count 13 as its lucky number. In its 13th year of straight growth, for the first time liquor has replaced beer as the nation’s most money-making alcoholic beverage category, according to The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS). Sales for 2022 show spirits now claim a record-breaking…