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Greetings from Asbury Park: Where to Eat, Drink, and Play in the Jersey Shore’s Hippest Town

A hop, skip, and a jump away from New York City is Asbury Park, a revived gem on the Jersey Shore. Check out where to eat, drink, and play when you visit.
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Need to Mix Up Your At-Home Cocktail Program? Make Olive Oil Cocktails

Olive oil isn’t just for cooking anymore. Check out Cobram Estate’s Lead Chef Kevin O’Connor tips for making top-notch olive oil cocktails.
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Tattoos and Rum: The Story of the Real Sailor Jerry, Norman Collins

It’s time to learn the story of the real Sailor Jerry and one of the men responsible for American tattooing (and rum!), Norman Collins.
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Bright and Bitter: A Brief History of Campari

With Negroni Week in full swing, it’s time to learn about one of the three key ingredients —Campari -- that mysterious red substance.
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Say Hello to Poitín: Irish Moonshine (and One of the Strongest Drinks on the Planet!)

With Irish Whiskey consumption growing steadily in the US, it’s time to learn about its unaged brother, poitín, the moonshine of Ireland.
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Papa’s Pilar Gives You Another Reason to Jet to Key West

Not that you really need another reason to head to Key West, but rum brand Papa’s Pilar has just given you another, really great reason.
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Jose Cuervo and Fender Team Up to Create Special Edition Agave Guitar

Jose Cuervo and Fender have teamed up to create the best of both the music and booze worlds—an agave guitar--the Fender Agave Stratocaster.
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Steak and a Manhattan: A Match Made in Heaven

Alone, they are wonders of the world, but together, a steak and a Manhattan are the perfect food and booze pairing for a weekend at home.
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Four Roses Honors Al Young With Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Small Batch Bourbon

Four Roses has created a Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Small Batch Bourbon to celebrate Brand Ambassador Al Young's fifty years of service.
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Fire Drink with Me: Damn Fine Cocktails to Celebrate the New Season of Twin Peaks

If the Great Northern had a drinks program, these damn fine cocktails would surely be on the list. Have a few while watching the new Twin Peaks.
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Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey Review

Basil Hayden's is already known for having a high rye bourbon, and now it has jumped into the rye whiskey game with their newest release.
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Meet WhistlePig’s FarmStock, a Farm-to-Bottle Whiskey

WhistlePig is finally getting returns from their Shoreham, VT farm with the release of their farm-to-bottle whiskey, FarmStock.
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Tommy’s Batch Booker’s Bourbon Review

Check out the latest in the Booker's Bourbon Batch Collection, the 2017-01—Tommy's Batch, named after Tommy Crume, one-time distillery manager at Booker's.
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CraftX: Delivering the Rare and Delicious of the Craft Beer World Straight to Your Door

If you're into rare beers and want to show them off to your friends, then CraftX is the delivery service for you.
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What Does it Take to Make an Award-Winning Cocktail? A Conversation with Tiger Mama’s Schulyer Hunton

Want to make an award-winning cocktail? Check out what it takes in our conversation with award-winning mixologist, Schulyer Hunton of Tiger Mama's bar.
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Tips for Attending the Bacon and Beer Classic–Yes, That’s a Thing and You Should Go

You’ve been to beer festivals before, but have you been to a bacon and beer festival? Check out how to maximize your time.
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Rye-owa: Templeton Rye Breaks Ground on New Distillery

Like Templeton Rye? Well, have we got some good news for you. Check out the details here about their new facility that'll be opening soon.
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Be a ‘Ginvestor’: Drink Gin and Provide Clean Water Worldwide with One Gin

Drinking gin can help provide clean water to those in need, thanks to One Gin from Sussex, England's Blackdown Distillery.
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Wine Weekend: How to Make the Most of Northern Virginia Wine Country

Like D.C.? Like drinking wine? Here’s how you can combine both in one boozy, fun-filled wine weekend--simply check out Northern Virginia Wine Country.
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Orgeat: The Tiki Drink Ingredient You Need to Know

It's almost summer, so that means it's time to learn about the essential ingredient in most tiki drinks, orgeat.
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Help Change the World by Drinking: Nonprofit Pop-Up Bar Coup Opens in NYC

Have you ever wanted to drink and help save the world at the same time? At Coup, you can, by donating all of your booze money to charity.
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The Boozy Bookshelf Part 2: Electric Booz-a-loo

You've made your way through the first set of boozy bookshelf basics, now check out the next set of books you need.
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The Leverage Bottle Opener: Your New Favorite Bottle Opener

Geometric and sleek, the wall-mounted Leverage Bottle Opener is going to be the must-have beer gear accessory of the year's busy drinking season.
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The Manly Mimosa: Sparkling Wine Cocktails for the Refined Gentleman

With warm weather drinking holidays upon us, it is time to redefine sparkling wine cocktails. Check out these takes on the manly mimosa.
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World Whiskies Awards Announces 2017 Winners

The World Whiskies Awards announced their 2017 winners recently. Check out the list of winners and get ready to add to our collection!
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Isle of Harris Distillers: “The Social Distillery”

Located on the Scottish Isle of Harris, the Isle of Harris Distillers have dedicated themselves to being "the social distillery."
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The Club Every Scotch Lover Should Be a Part of: The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

If you happen to be a Scotch Whisky lover (who isn't?), you're going to want to join the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Like, now. Seriously.
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Kingsbarns Distillery: Scotch Whisky from the Heartland of Golf

The Kingsbarns Distillery, located just a stone's throw from the historic St. Andrews golf course, is one of the newest distilleries in the region.
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Strong Women in Your Hand: New Old Milwaukee Labels Feature Retro Pin-Up Girls

Old Milwaukee's cans just got hotter with the unveiling of their Pin-Up Series. Your grandfather would no doubt be very pleased.
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A Tale of 2 Rebels: Sam Adams Re-Releases Rebel IPA with New Formula

Sam Adams recently reformulated their flagship Rebel IPA. Check out what changed and why you should try the new recipe.
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Shake, Stir, and Swish: Championship-Worthy Final Four Cocktails

March Madness is almost over, so we've compiled some Final Four cocktails to make sure you make it through the to the end.
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Mixologist Johnny Swet on Why You Should Use Yuzu

If you haven't heard of yuzu before, check out what rockstar mixologist Johnny Swet of NYC's The Skylark has to say about the delicious citrus.
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The Bar Cart Bible: The Cocktail Book for the New Home Bartender

Check out our review of the Bar Cart Bible, the perfect book for the new home bartender. It'll get you up to speed on all your cocktails.
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More Whiskey is Always Good News: Bulleit Distilling Opens New Distillery

Good news for whiskey lovers everywhere: Bulleit Distilling has opened their new 300-acre facility. Check out the specs here.
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Johnnie Walker Release First in Blenders’ Batch Series: Triple Grain American Oak

Check out the first release from Johnnie Walker in their Blenders' Batch Series: Triple Grain American Oak!
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Cynar is the Artichoke-Based Spirit You Need to Know About

Cynar, the Italian amaro with the often-mispronounced name and the delicious bittersweet flavor. Find out more about it (including ways to drink it) here.
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A Truly Presidential Spirit: Laird’s Applejack

Check out the spirit that's been enjoyed by almost every president from George Washington to Barack Obama!
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Review: Arbikie Potato Vodka, The Scottish Vodka You Want, but Can’t Have (Yet)

While you may not think of Scotland as a producer of spirits other than whisky, think again. Check out our review of Arbikie vodka.
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Test Your Chef Skills for a Chance to Win a Mentorship from Rémy Martin & Iron Chef Marc Forgione

Got what it takes to become the next celebrity chef? Enter Rémy Martin's contest for a chance to find out if you can make the cut.
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Review: Philly’s Patriotic Spirit, Bluecoat Gin

Check out our review of Philadelphia's own Bluecoat Gin. It's an American Dry that's more than just patriotic, it's unique.
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Welcome to The Distillery: The World’s First Gin Hotel

Have you ever wanted to stay in a distillery? Well now you can. Thanks to Portobello Road Gin, The Distillery is the world’s first gin hotel.
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Love a Good Guinness ‘Stache and Helping People? It’s Your Lucky Day

Showing off your Guinness 'Stache is perhaps the easiest way to help others. Ever. Make your own, post some pics and help others.
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The Macallan Launches $10,000 Scotch Whisky

The Macallan's newest release in their Fine & Rare collection is their 1991 vintage. This $10,000 Scotch whisky will make you the envy of all your friends.
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Review: Clyde May’s Slammin’ Alabama Bourbon

Known for their "Alabama Style" whiskey, Clyde May's is back this time with a straight bourbon whiskey. Check out our review of it!
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Tropicalia Soul Band, Chicano Batman, Covers “This Land is Your Land” for Johnnie Walker’s Keep Walking America Campaign

Soul-tropical-psychadelic band Chicano Batman keep on walking with Johnnie Walker in their new take on the Woody Guthrie classic "This Land is Your Land."
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Black Tomato’s American Whiskey Tours are the Road Trips Dreams are Made of

Live the rock star life and get a VIP look at Kentucky and Tennessee whiskey cultures through Black Tomato's new luxury travel packages.
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Coconut Jerky is a Thing and You Should Try It

Need a new healthy snack? Your new favorite raw, vegan option is here. Indulge guilt-free in Brooklyn-based Cocoburg's coconut jerky.
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Aloha with an ABV: The Local’s Guide to Honolulu Bars

We sat down with Joshua Hancock, Co-Owner of Proof Public House to get the scoop on his choices for the best Honolulu bars.
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Afrohead XO Rum Review: The Spirit of the Caribbean

Born in the West Indies and enjoyed worldwide, check out our review of Afrohead XO, a rum aged for 15 years in oak barrels.
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Say Hello to NYC’s New Pop-Up Cocktail Club, Wine and Whiskey

Consider yourself an adventurous drinker? Looking to take your cocktail game to the next level? Check out NYC's new pop-up cocktail club, Wine and Whiskey.