
ABSENTE Absinthe Paying Tribute to Van Gogh
ADVERTISEMENT Absinthe, the legendary liquor distilled from Wormwood, was the signature drink of artists during the Belle Epoque. Namely, Vincent van Gogh being the most famous absinthe lover. Absinthe was banned in…

HARD SELTZERS: These Bubbles Show No Sign of Bursting
By Rich Warren Sales of hard seltzer nationwide tripled from 2016 to 2019, and some projections suggest total sales will reach a staggering $2.5 billion in 2021. Is the explosive growth in…

Michigan Distilleries Embrace the Spirit of Farm-to-Table
By Emily Bennett Michigan possesses a proud agricultural heritage, and its distilleries are taking full advantage of that heritage. As the state’s overall craft-beverage industry continues to flourish, distilleries are setting themselves…

Sunshine in a Glass: Limoncello Hits a Sweet Spot
By Natalie Lariccia Everything is a little different in southern Italy — different in a pleasant way. The water is clear, the food is aromatic, the skies are sunny — and the…
Embracing the Dark Side: Mixologists Say Black Is the New Hot in Cocktails
By Amy Paturel When Leigh Lacap, lead bartender at Campfire restaurant in Carlsbad, California north…
Scotch Whisky: A Style to Fit Every Palate
By Gary Twining Scotch Whisky is perhaps the most distinctive spirit. It can be produced…

Bitters Hit the Sweet Spot
By Paris Wolfe Craft-cocktail culture is here to stay, and it’s far from static. Bartenders…
Kentucky Brandy. Yes, BRANDY.
By Rich Warren Question: What alcoholic beverage that starts with a “b” is Kentucky known…
Crook & Marker is Summer’s Perfect Spiked and Sparkling Drink
ADVERTISEMENT Crook & Marker, a new spiked and sparkling drink created by the founder of…