The results from the 2024 International Whisky Competition are in
The recent 2024 International Whisky Competition has just announced its results for this year.
Love an Aperol Spritz? Try out these spritz alternatives
A spritz is just a mixed drink made with sparkling wine, a dash of water, and any kind of liqueur or amaro to add complexity and interest. Here are some ideas.
Celebrate National Daiquiri Day by enjoying this classic rum cocktail
Today, June 19, is the lesser known holiday of National Daiquiri Day.
This cognac is 100 years old and is a collector’s dream centerpiece
A unique cognac is coming to the market: a 100 year old aged offering from Hermitage Cognac.
Classic Ukrainian brand Mikolasch Vodka is getting relaunched
Swiss company Origen X Group is a relaunching Mikolasch Vodka, a Ukrainian brand that began in 1842.
Ramsbury Distillery debuts a lemon balm gin
A new gin is available for summer, as the Ramsbury Distillery out the the UK is creating a lemon balm-flavored spirit.
Which state makes the best bourbon – Kentucky or Tennessee?
The Heaven's Door spirit brand is stirring up a fun debate over which state produces the best bourbon, by creating a pair of bourbons -- one from each state.
Black Tot rum shares details of its new 2024 release
Black Tot Rum, a brand based in London, has announced the details of its latest limited release -- a Master Blender's Reserve for 2024.
It’s summer, so make yourself a sunflower cocktail
For the summer, one delightful but lesser-known variation on the Corpse Reviver No. 2 is the Sunflower.
A new premium rum blended from rums from the Caribbean and Latin America
A new premium rum is being released, backed by Eric Winter -- the actor starring on ABC's The Rookie.
Coors Light cooling jersey combines the twin passions of soccer and beer
With summer soccer on the horizon for this season, Coors Light is coming out with another sports-themed promo item.
Prosecco granita is the base for your new favorite summer cocktail
How to make barely-frozen prosecco ice that's perfect for summer sipping, and is the basis for endless slushy cocktails.
Lost Lantern’s summer releases show off the diversity of bourbon
Lost Lantern isn't a distillery itself but rather a bottler, taking bourbons from across the U.S. and bottling or blending them to share in releases.
Find bars specializing in alcohol-free cocktails with this search engine
Whether you're doing a dry month, you're off alcohol altogether, or you fancy trying something new, visiting a bar specializing in mocktails can be eye opening.
Sip in style with these cocktails for National Bourbon Day
Today, June 14, is National Bourbon Day, a celebration of that quintessentially American spirit.
Russell’s Reserve has a 15 year old bourbon limited release coming out
The 15-Year-Old 2024 Limited Release comes in at a proof of 117, and this high proof helps to carry its flavors of dried fruits, caramel, coffee, and dark oak.
This unusual bourbon is finished in rosé wine casks
Penelope Bourbon is debuting its Rosé Cask Finish, available now, which is aged in Grenache rosé wine casks from the Southern Rhône region of France.
Spicy ‘Hot Ones’ vodka is a thing that exists now
A collaboration between the show Hot Ones and New Amsterdam Vodka is creating a chili-infused spirit to show off the rich, fruity, funky flavors of hot chilies.
The best selling spirits of 2023 aren’t what you’d expect
If you were asked to name the best-selling spirits in the world, what might you choose?
A Victorian glasshouse inspired these luxury Scotch whiskies
Another high-end whisky release is on the horizon, with Scotch distillery The Glen Grant releasing three new expressions as part of its Glasshouse Collection.
The best espresso martinis aren’t made with vodka
Here's a hot take for today: the best espresso martini recipe doesn't contain any vodka.
Founders Brewing’s non-alcoholic hop water is rolling out across the U.S.
The hop water trend has seen releases from big craft beer brands in recent years, including the Hoppy Mood from Founders Brewing Co.
Grab a bottle of Old Forester President’s Choice before it’s too late
Popular whisky brand Old Forester is coming out with a new release of its rarest expression, President's Choice.
Grab some pastis and try a Mauresque cocktail
Pick up a bottle of the French anise spirit pastis and mix it with orgeat to create a delicious Mauresque cocktail.
These new whiskies from Chivas Brothers can only be found in duty free
Two new whisky collections from Chivas Brothers are on their way, but you'll need to check your local airport next time you're flying.
Dogfish Head and Northern Monk are collabing for a trans-Atlantic rye IPA
Iconic U.S. craft brewery Dogfish Head is collaborating with hip British brewery Northern Monk to create a rye session IPA.
Raise a glass for World Gin Day
Tomorrow, Saturday June 8, is World Gin Day, so what better excuse to kick back on a lazy afternoon and enjoy a gin cocktail?
This historian is auctioning off his rare whiskey collection
Who better to collect historical rare whiskies than a trained historian? The collection of historian Paul S. Hirsch is now going up for auction.
This unique reposado tequila is aged in two types of cask
The brand Mayenda has released a tequila aged using two different types of cask for a complex flavor, the Mayenda Reposado Double Cask.
Highland Park offers a new cask-strength whisky that promises complex flavors
Highly regarded whisky brand Highland Park, the northernmost distillery in Scotland, is coming out with another desirable release in its cask-strength series.
Everyone loves a Manhattan — but you should try it with rum
Like all good cocktails, the Manhattan is open to variations - and you should try ditching the whiskey and replacing it with rum instead.
Check out these 3 award-winning rums out of Puerto Rico from new brand Sonrisa
Today sees the launch of a new spirit from Puerto Rico: Sonrisa, offering three styles of rum.
This summer’s most refreshing cocktail is the Lillet Spritz
Now that the days are getting longer and the evenings warmer, it's time to enjoy the pleasures of a refreshing summer drink.
Legendary distillery House of Suntory releases 4 new Japanese whiskies
Japanese whisky is all the rage right now, and brands like the House of Suntory are bringing a taste of Japan's finest spirits to the world.
Don Julio will auction off 5 unusual cask-finished tequilas
Popular tequila brand Don Julio will be auctioning off an unusual set of five tequilas, each finished in a different cask.
Get an AI cocktail recommendation using this new site
If you're looking for a cocktail recommendation with a twist, then a new website from spirits behemoth Diageo offers cocktails recommendations based on AI.
Here are the finest scotches of the year, according to experts
The year's best scotches have been named, according to the expert judges at the Scotch Whisky Masters.
Rebel unveils its limited edition single barrel bourbon, aged for 10 years
For those who enjoy a classic bourbon, there's a new release to look out for: the brand Lux Row Distillers is bringing out a limited edition release.
Rare bottle of The Dalmore whisky sells for $120,000 at auction
A rare bottle of whisky from The Dalmore has sold for £93,750 (more than $120,000) at auction, with proceeds going to a local Scottish museum.
Margot Robbie’s gin brand, Papa Salt, is expanding beyond Australia
Margot Robbie's gin brand Papa Salt Coastal Gin is coming to the UK to be found at the high-end department store Harvey Nichols.
What Anchor Brewing Company’s new owner, Chobani’s Hamdi Ulukaya, has planned
The iconic San Francisco brewery, Anchor Brewing Company, is to get a second lease of life thanks to a new ownership deal.
The 10 best amaros and how to drink them
One category of drinks that doesn’t get as much attention as it deserves is amaros. Traditionally defined as Italian bitter herbal liqueurs, these make for not only extremely useful cocktail ingredients but also delicious aperetifs or digestifs to enjoy as sippers. While you almost certainly recognize some of the better known examples in the category […]
How to start your own home bar: the tools and mixers
From mixers to tools to glasswear, we're rounding up everything you'll need to turn a corner of your kitchen into a great home bar.
You’re overlooking the most important ingredient in your cocktail
However I think there's one ingredient that can make or break a good cocktail, and it's something many drinkers don't ever stop to consider.
How to start your own home bar: the essential spirits
Most cocktail experts agree that there are a few spirits that are required for a well stocked bar, and we've compiled a list of what to buy.
I’m a cocktail expert — my picks for the best vodka for a Bloody Mary
If you're on the lookout for a vodka to use in a Bloody Mary, then I'm recommending a selection of mid-range options which have the qualities to fit the bill.
I’m a gin enthusiast — these are the 7 best gins for a martini
I've rounded up seven of the best gins I like to use in a martini. These run the gamut from small batch specialties to those which are widely available.
I’m an alcohol expert — my four favorite liquor deals today
I've been mixing cocktails for nearly 10 years, and I've combed through the deals available today to get you drinking something special on the cheap.
I’m a tequila expert — here are my favorite tequilas for sipping
We've rounded up some of the best tequilas for sipping, whether you're new to the spirit or you're already an enthusiast.
This extremely rare Land Rover Defender is a work of art
The Dutch company Firmship might be best known for its yachts and boats, but its design team has recently taken a spin on a different form of transport.