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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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Some glasses of lager and one of ale, highlighting the lager vs ale comparison

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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A large glass of Spanish brandy in front of a bar

The Best Spanish Brandy

Spirits in general have a long history in our culture, from being enjoyed in social settings to classing up an event and even providing healing and medicinal uses. Spanish brandy, in particular, goes …

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Two tall shot classes, containing pickle juice vodka infusions, plus a small pickle and some dill

13 Exciting Pickle Juice Vodka Infusions You Have To Try

Pickle juice is often used as a chaser for alcohol, but what about combining the flavors in a completely different way? Mixing pickle juice and vodka to make a cocktail is one option. Or, you could …

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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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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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Two bottles of gin on a wooden table, near some herbs, halved lemon, and a spoon

The Best Gin For Every Budget

Gin is a complex spirit with several variations and lots of potential for different flavors. One thing all gin have in common, though, is juniper. Regardless of the overall flavor profile, you’ll find …

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A bottle of tequila, with a lemon and a shot

Top 14 Tequila Mixers That Are Easy And Taste Fantastic

Tequila can be a little confusing for beginners. The alcohol has a distinctive flavor that combines well with some mixers and poorly with others. So, in this post, we’re looking at the top tequila …

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hops on wooden board with red berries for christmas

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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A copper mug that contains a Moscow mule cocktail with vodka

The Best Vodka For Moscow Mules

Many cocktails have a long and illustrious string of myths and stories attached to them, with the actual truth behind their incarnation being unclear. So, before we talk about the best vodka for …

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A bottle of vodka in a bucket of ice

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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A cocktail made using cranberry juice and gin, on a table with tomatoes, showing the best juice for gin

The Best Juice For Gin

With so many different flavors coming from so many botanicals, gin is an interesting and complex spirit. There’s a profile out there for everyone and it makes for some delicious cocktails, intense …

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A glass of blueberries, vodka, and soda water

The Best Blueberry Vodka

Though blueberries are easy to obtain and native to North America, they still have an exotic feel to them. They’re a deep, dark blue color, their flavor is strong, sweet, and slightly tart, and …

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best gin of the month clubs

15 Craft Gin Of The Month Clubs In The USA & UK

Gin is an unusual spirit and it has never dominated the American market. In fact, it makes up less than 5% of all distilled spirits consumed in the United States. But, times are changing. There is …

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A mug of fresh herbal tea with a jug of the tea in the background, next to a tray of fresh herbs.

How To Make Herbal Tea From Fresh Herbs

It’s easy to see why herbal tea is so popular. It’s often delicious, relaxing, caffeine free, and may offer considerable health benefits. There are also many types of tea, including products we buy at …

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A Christmas fruitcake that has been made using brandy

The Best Brandy For Fruitcake

The fruitcake is peculiar creation that always gets a mixed bag of reactions. Typically only appearing around the holidays, some people love it while a lot of people hate it. Perhaps they hate it …

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A glass of a white Russian cocktail on a table

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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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 Best American Brandy

Brandy didn’t originate in America but America has certainly made its mark on the world of brandy. The spirit first came to America through the coasts, where people were planing vineyards across the …

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A bottle of vodka on a black surface, focusing on the best ways to store vodka

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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Four types of herbal tea including yerba mate and peppermint tea

30 Healthy Herbal Teas That Will Refresh And Relax

What you drink can influence your health just as much as the foods that you choose. While there are many different hot drinks out there, finding good healthy herbal teas is one of the most powerful …

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A bottle of potato vodka next to two glasses against a black background

The Best Potato Vodka

Grain may be the most common way to make vodka, but it’s far from the only option. Potatoes are another popular choice, but you can do it with so many things. Less common ingredients include milk …

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Two small shot glasses of tequila or mezcal in ice surrounded by limes, highlighting the comparison of tequila vs mezcal

Tequila Vs Mezcal: Production, Aging, And Flavor

There’s a classic line that says all tequila is mezcal, but only some mezcal is tequila. In other words, tequila is a type of mezcal, much like bourbon is a type of whiskey. That statement is a useful …

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Five different types of beer on a bar, looking at whether beer is good for you

Is Beer Good For You?

We know that beer is delicious and a great way to relax, but what does it mean for health? Most of us would say that beer is an unhealthy habit, one can easily lead to a beer gut and provides few …

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Cardamom and Dark Chocolate Swirl Whisky Milkshake

Does a milkshake with whisky really need any introduction? Take everyone’s childhood favorite quick dessert and spike it and what else does adult life really need? A swirl of this decadent dark …

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Three bottles of different types of gin outside on a table

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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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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Green tea, black tea, a peach galette and some croissants, all for tea and pastry pairing

Delicious Tea And Pastry Pairings That You Shouldn’t Live Without

Pairing food and wine is a common practice. Matching food with tea instead isn’t done nearly as often, especially not in the West. Yet, tea offers much of the same complexity that you find in wine, …

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A bottle and a glass of resposado tequila on a table

The Best Reposado Tequila For Every Budget

Made from a special species of agave plants, tequila is a bright and versatile spirit that can be enjoyed in many ways. While tequila is often associated with shots and cocktails, many make great …

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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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A bourbon cocktail on a slate table

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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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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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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5 Best Plant-Based Coffee Creamer Brands

Coffee is an absolute staple in so many people’s lives. Some grab it from their favorite shop on the way to work, others love making it at home. Some prefer a nice latte while others like it jet …

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Vodka being poured into a glass on a black table against a blue background

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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Some green tea, black tea, brownies, and shortbread for tea and dessert pairings

Delicious Tea And Dessert Pairings That You’ll Adore

Pairing wine with food, including desserts, is a classic approach. But, did you know that you can do the same thing with tea? Like wine, tea has an interesting and complex flavor profile, so the right …

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A glass containing a single gin cocktail against a black background, showcasing one of the many types of gin.

9 Types Of Gin Plus Exciting Gin Variations

Gin is famous as a juniper-focused spirit. It’s often served as a simple gin and tonic, but features in many more complex cocktails as well. One of the exciting features is the botanicals, which …

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Two glasses of bourbon, which are part of the bourbon club of the month

13 Bourbon of the Month Clubs & Gift Baskets You Can Buy Online

I’m mostly a casual whiskey drinker but I’ve recently been experimenting with various whiskey of the month clubs. These have helped me learn more about the nuances of whiskey along with the …

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Two glasses of a gin cocktail with fresh raspberries, next to a small bowl of the berries

The Best London Dry Gin

Gin in general has a bit of a wild past. You can trace its origins back to the 16th and 17th centuries when genever became popular – the world’s first juniper spirit. It was originally distilled …

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Three bottles of gin in a line outside on a table or bar, looking at what gin is made from

What Is Gin Made From, And What Are Botanicals?

Gin is a popular spirit. Scratch that, it’s an incredibly popular one. It’s most famously used to make a gin and tonic or as part of a martini. However, it also features in plenty of other gin …

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Two vodka martinis that have been made using the best rye vodka

The Best Rye Vodka

Although vodka is meant to be clean and neutral, that doesn’t mean you won’t find differences. While you can technically make vodka from almost anything, rye, corn, and potatoes are among the most …

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Two glasses of grapefruit vodka cocktails

The Best Grapefruit Vodka

While still part of the citrus family, grapefruit vodka stands out a little because it’s inherently less sweet than other types of citrus vodka. It’s got some sweetness in there, no doubt, but …

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Quick Milk Chocolate Pecan Brownie with Bourbon Whipped Cream

There is always room for more chocolate desserts, I have always said, and I have a treasure trove of chocolate recipes in my files that I love and even more still to test and add to the list! A …

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Sous Vide Cantaloupe and Lime Infused Vodka

[adinserter block=”3″] A great way to make the most out of fruits in season. Also perfect to jazz up a cheap bottle of booze! [adinserter block=”4″] Infusing vodka has always …

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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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Three shot glasses of anejo tequila on a wooden table

The Best Anejo Tequila For Every Budget

There are three main types of tequila, each with distinct characteristics and unique purposes. While any type of tequila can work well sometimes, other times you’ll want something more specific, …

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Two piles of oranges, a selection of vodka shots, and a bottle of vodka, showing the idea of orange vodka

The Best Orange Vodka

Flavored vodka is a highly sought-after category as these expressions can take cocktails to a whole new level. This type of vodka also makes things a lot easier when a recipe calls for vodka and a …

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Lemon Olive Oil Tart with Basil and Gin Granita

Few dessert items are more elegant in my opinion than a classic French-style lemon tart. Here I have called for you to purchase pre-baked pastry crusts, any of your preference, in order to save time. …

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