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Bourbon vs. Whiskey: What’s the Real Difference?
If you’ve ever stood in front of a sea of brown bottles, wondering if bourbon and whiskey are the same thing, you’re not alone. It’s a common question, and the fact that the terms are often used interchangeably doesn’t help the confusion. The short answer is yes, but no. All bourbon is whiskey, but not […]
Best After-Work Cocktails to Unwind in Style
There’s a specific moment at the end of the workday when everything shifts. You release your vice grip on the mouse, and the laptop clicks shut. Work clothes are swapped for comfort, and your mind wanders off in search of something bitter and refreshing. After-work cocktails signal to your brain that the day is over and it’s time to chill. The best simple cocktails at home ignore […]
How to Use a Bourbon Flavor Wheel (And What It Tells You About Taste)
Before we get to the bourbon flavor wheel, let’s talk about the magic of bourbon. Picture endless rows of oak barrels breathing in Kentucky air and exhaling vanilla-scented gold. Fresh barrels rumble across the rickhouse floor, their staves still warm from their fiery char. There’s smoke in the air, sweetness in the mash, and time does its work in […]
What Is Crodino? Italy’s Iconic Non-Alcoholic Aperitif
If there’s one place that’s mastered the art of slowing down and savoring the moment, it’s Italy. Hell, they’ve even built an entire pre-dinner culture around it—aperitivo hour! And when you consider just how crowded that world is with spritzes, bitters, cocktails, and age-old rituals, standing out takes something truly delicious. That’s what makes Crodino’s story so special. In a country that practically wrote the book on all things aperitivo, it’s been holding its alcohol-free own since 1965. Today, we’re diving into […]
The Blue Agave Story: The Heart of Tequila
Tequila’s soul is written into the red and grey earth of Jalisco, Mexico. Beneath wide skies, the long, spiny leaves of the blue agave plant reach toward the sun, silently converting sunlight and terroir into the sugars that define Mexican tequila. This is where every bottle begins its journey, and understanding what makes 100% blue agave tequila so extraordinary starts with understanding the […]
2026 Cocktail Trends: How We’ll Be Drinking This Year
If 2025 was resilience in a shaker, then 2026 is all about intention. We’re stepping into the era where less is more, and the experience is everything. Fewer rounds, better choices, and cocktails that feel considered, balanced, and worth savoring. Fueled by rising costs, wellness trends, cultural shifts and a renewed interest in home gatherings, 2026 cocktail trends are mindful and refined with a lovely touch of […]
Mexican Dessert Cocktails: Sweet Sips with a Delicious Twist
Mexican dessert cocktails bring together everything people love about Mexican sweets. Think bold chocolate, warm spice, silky caramel, deep coffee, and bright tropical notes. These flavors play beautifully with tequila, giving these tempting drinks a fun, indulgent personality that’s perfect for slow nights in or relaxed after-dinner moments. The natural hints of vanilla, fruit, and gentle spice in tequila make it a surprisingly versatile […]
Black Sesame Cocktails: Nutty, Toasty & Totally Trending
Black sesame cocktails use toasted black sesame seeds for their rich, nutty, and slightly earthy flavor. The seeds can be blended into syrups, pastes, or infused spirits to create modern drinks like Black Sesame Martinis, Old Fashioned variations, and espresso cocktails that balance sweetness with deep roasted complexity. This rising star flavor, with its rich, […]
Sarti Rosa Cocktails: Your Guide to the Vibrant Pink Aperitivo
Sarti Rosa is a vibrant Italian aperitif liqueur known for its bright pink color and gorgeous citrus-forward flavor. It’s easy to mix and perfect for simple spritzes, long drinks, and light cocktails at home. Enjoy it with soda, tonic, sparkling wine, or fresh citrus garnishes. The pretty aperitif steps into the limelight by bringing a […]
Argentinian Cocktails: Classic Serves from South America
Argentinian cocktails feature wine, citrus, herbs, and refreshing flavors influenced by the country’s aperitif culture. Popular serves include Clericó, herbal highballs, wine spritzes, and modern yerba mate cocktails. This gorgeous mashup of Argentinian ingredients together with strong Italian and Spanish influences has made Buenos Aires home to one of the most vibrant aperitivo cultures outside […]
Cocktails with Place Names: A World Tour in a Glass
Ever wondered why there are so many cocktails with place names? From the Manhattan to the Mai Tai, these drinks carry more than flavor; they tell stories. Each one captures a moment in time, a spark of wanderlust, or a slice of culture from somewhere worth remembering. Some were born in luxury hotels or seaside […]
Thanksgiving Batch Cocktails for Easy Holiday Hosting
Thanksgiving batch cocktails keep your hosting game calm, confident, and low effort, which is exactly what you want when your house is full, and the oven is working overtime. Making drinks in big batches means you can hang out with your people instead of shaking single servings all day. You get one quick prep moment, […]