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Two glasses of gin and tonic with lemon

The Best American Gin

Gin itself dates back to the early 16th century when juniper berries first made an appearance in alcohol. They were used in a spirit known as jenever, which is Dutch for “juniper” and was created in …

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A glass with a vodka Bloody Mary with an impressive garnish

The Best Vodka For Bloody Marys

Unlike the many bright and fruity cocktails out there, the bloody Mary is a hearty, savory drink with a little heat. It’s not surprising then that many people look for the best vodka for bloody …

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Two tequila sunrises on a table with cherries and orange slices

The Best Tequila For a Tequila Sunrise

Bright and delicious, the tequila sunrise is a fun, fruity drink that’s perfect for a day on the beach and works well to drum up some tropical vibes if you can’t take a proper vacation. Compared to …

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The Original Craft Beer Club Review (CraftBeerClub.com)

The Original Craft Beer Club Review (CraftBeerClub.com)

Cost: $42/month (free shipping) $25 discount On 12-month membership! 12 US micro craft beers per delivery 2 breweries, 4 styles, 3 beers each Signing Up For The Original Craft Beer Club Picking a beer …

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21 Brandy Cocktails That Should Be Part Of Your Repertoire

Whiskey may be the go-to spirit in many situations, but brandy has a long history and continues to be a popular choice in all manner of drinks. While brandy is often enjoyed straight, there are also …

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A glass mug of chai tea on a wooden table with the spices scattered around

Is Chai Tea Good For You?

Chai tea is one of the most perfect drinks in winter. It’s delicious, warming, and can be low in calories too. So, you might wonder, is chai tea good for you? The simple answer to that question is …

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A glass of paloma on a wooden table next to half a grapefruit

The Best Tequila For Palomas

Sweet, salty, bitter, and sour – the Paloma has a little bit of everything, plus some bubbles and alcohol! It doesn’t get much better than that for a fun, refreshing summer drink. Its mysterious …

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The San Diego skyline with clear blue sky and many city buildings, showing where you can find some of the best breweries in San Diego

The 10 Best Breweries In San Diego

There are few better places for craft beer lovers than San Diego. The county offers a vast number of different breweries – more than 150, according to many estimates! So, whether you want …

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A single gin and tonic next to bar gear and some greenery

The Best Tonics For Gin

You can’t really get more classic than a good, old-fashioned gin and tonic. Although it may seem like you’re mixing a couple of simple ingredients, there’s a whole world of flavors to experience when …

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The Best Way to Store Vodka

There are many reasons to keep vodka on hand at home. Perhaps you like hosting parties, or maybe you like making new and interesting cocktails regularly. Or, maybe you just like a good old-fashioned …

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25 Foods With Tannins And Their Health Effects

You’ve heard about tannins, right? The plant-based compounds are most commonly associated with red wine and black tea. However, those aren’t the only sources of tannins. There are plenty of other …

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Five glasses of gin and tonic with ice and different garnishes

The Best Gin For Cocktails

The idea of cocktails dates back to the 1800s, with the first written recording of the word appearing in a New York newspaper on May 6th, 1806. The history of gin, itself, however, goes back much …

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The Best Vodka for White Russians

Compared to many centuries-old cocktails we still enjoy today, the white Russian is just a baby. You can trace the origins of some drinks back to the 14th and 15th centuries, but the first recorded …

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Two glasses of cold brew tea with ice

Cold Brew Tea 101: Everything You Need To Know

Iced tea is an incredibly popular summer drink (and an excellent cocktail ingredient!), but what about cold brew tea? This new kid on the block isn’t as unusual as it seems. In fact, the name gives …

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The Best Top Shelf Vodka

Vodka is generally quite light and neutral, making it a popular base for many flavorful cocktails. It’s also a popular choice for taking shots, especially when it’s cheap. However, it’s these cheap …

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Three glasses of gin and tonic with cucumbers and rosemary

Top 19 Gin Mixers For Fast, Easy And Delicious Drinks

The mixers featured on this list can all be combined with gin to create a simple and delicious drink. All you need is the mixer and the gin. That’s it. Two ingredients.

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Glasses of vodka with raspberry on a black table, highlighting the idea of the best raspberry vodka

The Best Raspberry Vodka

Though small, raspberries carry a strong flavor that many love. They’re used in cakes, pies, smoothies, and more, in addition to being a great snack on their own. Raspberries are also an old fruit. …

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A bottle of Smirnoff vodka in ice

The Best Smirnoff Vodka Flavors

Smirnoff is a leader in the world of vodka and alcohol for a reason – they make good drinks. Whether it’s their original, plain vodka, or one of their many flavors, it’s backed by over a century …

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The Best Gluten-Free Vodka

Many people have gone gluten-free these days, whether for medical reasons or a personal choice. Regardless of the reason, it’s important to those that follow the diet and they’re always very careful …

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Are Tannins Good For You?

If you’re interested in wine or tea at all, then you’ve probably heard about tannins. These are natural plant compounds that provide the astringency found in these drinks. Tannins are also …

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4 Vodka of the Month Clubs You Won’t Want to Miss + Bonus Vodka Gift Baskets

Vodka has been a well-loved spirit since the 14th Century, where it first originated in Russia. Originally made from potatoes, vodka has evolved over the centuries, can now be found fermented from a …

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The Best Vodka For Screwdrivers

Simple and versatile, the screwdriver is one of the world’s first vodka-based cocktails. Most cocktails have at least three ingredients, but the screwdriver features only two: vodka and orange juice. …

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A glass of a Tom Collins cocktail with some citrus and a cherry

The Best Gin For a Tom Collins

Many of our classic cocktails come with long and illustrious histories or a deep, meaningful story behind them. This is not the case with the sugary sweet gin-based Tom Collins. This drink is, in …

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The 20 Best Bourbon Cocktails For Bourbon Lovers Who Want More Ideas

For those in the dark, bourbon is a specific type of whiskey and many legends surround its creation. Bourbon tends to be smooth, with notes of caramel, oak, and vanilla. It can be easily enjoyed on …

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Three glasses of a lemon drop cocktail made with lemon vodka, in front of a vodka bottle on the back wall

The Best Lemon Vodka

The lemon is already a versatile little citrus fruit. Aside from being delicious, it has many health benefits, is very useful in cooking, and even has some medicinal properties. It’s also used as a …

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A glass of tequila on the rocks with ice in the foreground

Best Sipping Tequila for Every Budget

Tequila is a popular spirit, in part due to its versatility. It’s a popular one for taking shots, likely due to the (often) sweet taste and cheaper varieties available. Not many people relish the …

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9 Hop-Infused Gift Ideas

Let’s say that you have a good friend that you’ve known for quite a while now. They’re the type of person who’s just in love with all things alcohol-related. And whether or not they have a problem …

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What Is Vodka Made From And Does It Even Matter?

The question, “What is vodka made from” requires a bit more nuance than many other types of spirits. Whiskey, tequila, and rum all have specific requirements about the ingredients they use …

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The Best Flavored Vodka For Every Budget

Flavored vodka isn’t as complicated as it may seem at first glance. Different distillers have different methods, but they all start with plain vodka as the base. Then, flavoring agents are added to …

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The Best Cheap Gin

The gin and tonic is among the most traditional and classic mixed drinks you can get. There are countless variations too. It’s an easy cocktail to make and overall, gin is abundant. It’s also easy to …

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AmazingClubs.com Beer of the Month Club Review

The Amazing Clubs Beer of the Month Club is one of the cheapest beer of the month clubs out there, so there’s no wonder it’s one of the most popular clubs to join. But is it the best? How …

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Two glasses of a cocktail made with cucumber vodka, with slices of cucumber

The Best Cucumber Vodka

Cucumber vodka is a unique flavor that straddles the line between sweet and savory. Many flavored spirits (including flavored vodka) are sweet and that’s unsurprising, as most people have a sweet …

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A glass of eggnog with a cinnamon stick on a table

The Best Brandy For Eggnog

Eggnog is without a doubt a holiday classic. However, there is much debate about exactly how it should be consumed. Do you carefully craft the perfect drink with top-notch ingredients, or you do buy …

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A bottle of Russia vodka on a black table, next to ice, shot glasses, and a lime

Best Russian Vodka

When you want vodka, looking for the best Russian vodka is a logical approach. After all, vodka is strongly associated with Russia. It’s even said that the word “vodka” comes from the Russian word …

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Clubs of America Beer of the Month Club Review

Clubs of America: Beer of the Month Club Review

This year I took time out of my busy schedule to drink a bunch of beer so I could let you guys know where to get the good stuff. LOL. But seriously, I did join all the beer of the month clubs that I …

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What Is A Growler And Why You Need One For Your Beer

Growlers are popular for transporting beer, particularly if you want to enjoy a draft beer in the comfort of your home.Yet, as popular as they are, many people haven’t heard of a growler and certainly …

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Lager Vs Ale: How Do The Styles Differ?

Beer is confusing. There’s really no denying that. Seriously, there are more than 100 different styles of beer and that doesn’t count all the unusual substyles or unique craft beers on the market. The …

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The Best Organic Vodka

It’s no secret that the world is moving in a more organic direction. This applies to food, clothing, even packaging. You can even find organic subscriptions for baby food and meals, with more options …

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Is Matcha Good For You?

We’ve all heard about the benefits of green tea. It’s sometimes seen as the single healthiest drink out there. Matcha might be less well-known, but it’s often seen as even more powerful. So, what is …

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26 Of The Best Vodka Cocktails That You Need To Try

Vodka is a neutral spirit, one that has barely any taste of its own. Instead, it picks up the flavors of other ingredients, making it an ideal spirit for cocktails (or for combining with a mixer). In …

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What Are The Side Effects Of Tannins?

Red wine and black tea are both famous for their tannin content. But, what are tannins exactly and what are the side effects of tannins? To begin with, tannins are plant-based compounds. They have …

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A selection of different chasers for vodka, including beer, pickle juice, and sorbet

The Best Chasers For Vodka

Chasers are surprisingly simple, they’re just a drink you have straight after a shot. They’re perfect for reducing the alcoholic burn and any bitterness. Finding the best chasers for vodka is …

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The Best Bottom Shelf Vodka

Vodka is a highly refined and processed spirit that is generally intended to have no strong or distinctive flavor and aroma. That hasn’t stopped some distilleries from going against the grain and …

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The Best Mid-Range Vodka

Vodka is such a fun, versatile drink that’s always evolving. For ages, it’s been strictly a neutral spirit, often meant solely for cocktails. This is still a frequent and prevalent use for the spirit, …

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Top 19 Vodka Mixers For A Perfect Home Bar

Because vodka is largely flavorless, it can be combined with any number of mixers, especially those with a strong flavor of their own. For example, adding any type of juice or any type of soda to …

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Multiple shot glasses of tequila next to lime wedges with salt rims

The Best Tequila for Shots And Best Tequila Chasers

While they may not have always called them “shots,” consuming cheap alcohol quickly is not foreign to the human race. And that’s exactly the purpose of shots – to get straight alcohol into your …

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A gin and tonic with garnishes and ice next to a cocktail shaker

Top 22 Gin And Tonic Variations To Keep Your Cocktails Interesting

The approaches in this list cover a range of styles. Some of them are simple variations, where you might just be adding a single ingredient or getting creative with garnishing. Others are more complex …

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The Best Gin Cocktails To Order Or Make At Home

Gin might not be as famous as whiskey for cocktails, but it is getting up there. In fact, gin is sometimes called the perfect spirit for cocktails, as it offers just enough complexity to make …

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