I write about craft cocktails, beer, spirits and other liquid concoctions. I’m fascinated by more than just their flavor. I love the history, lore, and the science surrounding modern and historic elixirs and their impact on us as humans. I’m the co-author of “The Good Vices: From
Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2024: The Best Tequila
This Mother’s Day get mom what she really wants: a bottle of premium tequila that can be sipped or used as part of a cocktail.
4 Classic Margarita Recipes For Cinco De Mayo
Trace the margarita’s liquid history with these four classic recipes.
People Hated The Kentucky Derby’s Mint Julep. Then A Bourbon Distiller Saved It
In the 1990s, the Mint Juleps served during the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs were coming in or near last in terms of flavor. Here's how the drink regained its classic status at and beyond the racetrack.
5 Mint Julep Tips From The Originator Of The Modern Kentucky Derby Recipe
In 1999 when Woodford Reserve became the official bourbon of the Kentucky Derby Chris Morris was tasked with revamping Churchill Downs’ Mint Julep. Here are his tips.
4 Star Wars-Themed Cocktails For May The 4th
The force is strong with certain cocktails especially this time of year when the May The 4th be with you Star Wars celebrations draw near.
Mother's Day Gift Guide 2024: The Best Mezcal
Mezcal is one of the fastest-growing spirit categories and more than a few moms I know are "mezcal moms."
The 10 Most Popular Cocktails In The U.S.—According To NielsenIQ Data
The margarita was the best-selling cocktail of 2023, according to data from NielsenQ (NIQ). Other top sellers include the espresso martini, old fashioned and spritz.
The Six-Pack Is In Decline. Here’s How People Are Buying Beer Instead
Six-pack beer sales declined last year for both craft beer and beer as a whole, according to a recent recap and analysis released by the Brewers Association.
5 Drinks For The Eclipse—From Moonshine To A Black IPA And More
Breweries, distilleries and wineries across the land, including many in the path of totality are taking this opportunity to offer special products.
The 5 Best New York IPAs—According To The NYS Craft Beer Competition
The best IPAs in New York State for 2024 were recently crowned by the New York State Craft Beer Competition. These beers were chosen from more than 250 IPAs submitted.