What Is Rum Typically Made Out Of?
Whether you're sipping on a piña colada or a mojito, that rum had a long journey before it got to your glass. Here's why rum has such a distinct taste.
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What Does Malted Barley Have To Do With Beer?
Conversations about beer often focus on hops, but barley is the essential ingredient that can mean the difference between a pale ale and a stout.
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The Ideal Temperature To Drink Guinness At (And Why It Takes 24 Hours)
Pouring a Guinness correctly can be an immensely satisfying change. We spoke with Guinness Brand Ambassador Zack Berger to find out the best temperature.
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You Might Not Have Tasted This Under-The-Radar Southern Soda, But 5 Presidents Have
The regional beverages of the American South are some of the best in the country. In fact, one soda has been sipped by five U.S. presidents.
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Why You Should Add A Few Sprinkles Of Salt To Bitter Beers
While some love the bitter taste of certain beers, it isn’t for everybody. Luckily there is a really quick and easy fix to help save your drink.
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The Type Of Rum That's Best Left At The Liquor Store According To An Expert
There are countless varieties of rum on liquor store shelves, but rum expert Robyn Smith advises against ever going for this one type of the spirit.
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What Kind Of Beer Is Corona?
Corona is ubiquitous when it comes to beers, but you may not know what kind of beer it is. We take a look at what's behind this delicious beer.
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Mead Vs Wine: Are They The Same Thing?
People have made mead and wine for thousands of years. But besides having similar origins, these fermented drinks actually have many differences.
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Shake Up Your Shirley Temples With This Bubbly Boozy Addition
If you have nostalgia for the Shirley Temple drink you used to have as a kid, you can easily update it with different ingredients to make bubbly cocktails.
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The US State That's Responsible For Growing The Most Coffee
When we think about coffee, we often think of the Pacific Northwest, especially Washington State. However, that region is not great for growing coffee.
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Surprise! Grenadine Syrup Isn't Cherry-Flavored
Most of us grew up thinking that grenadine syrup was cherry-flavored, but instead, this tasty syrup is made with a totally different red fruit.
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The Pasta And Wine That Pair Perfectly With Bolognese Sauce
Bolognese sauce is a classic, hearty pasta sauce, but what type of pasta works best with the sauce, and what type of wine should you pair with the dish?
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Yes, There Is A Proper Way To Store Canned Beer
Whether you're buying a four-pack of tall boys from a craft brewery or a case of your favorite budget brew, you'll want to store your canned beer the right way.
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It Couldn't Be Easier To Pair Pasta And Wine With Pomodoro Sauce
Finding the right wine to pair with a pasta pomodoro couldn't be easier. It's versatility lends itself to a wide variety of popular wines.
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How Many Beers Are Typically In A Pitcher?
When you're ordering a pitcher for the table at the bar, you'll need to be able to guess how many people it can serve. Here's how the numbers stack up.
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Is Applejack The Same As Apple Brandy?
You've probably heard of applejack and apple brandy, but do these terms refer to the same alcoholic drink? Here's everything you need to know.
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The Common Soda You Need To Make A Magical Butterbeer Copycat
While variations may skip the whipped cream and caramel garnish or add alcohol, Harry Potter's butterbeer always contains this soda.
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Here's The Actual Difference Between Vodka And Gin
Vodka and gin have similar foundations, but in their final state, the two liquors are so different that they often aren't used in the same drinks and cocktails.
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The Discontinued Beer You Forgot Budweiser Once Made
Bud Dry was introduced in the late 1980s and lasted for two decades. Here's what you need to know about this long-forgotten domestic beer from Anheuser-Busch.
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What Makes Spumante Wine Different From Champagne?
Prepared differently than Champagne, but light, sweet, and easily accessible, spumante is an excellent, affordable alternative wine. Here's how to serve it.
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Don't Have A Cocktail Strainer? Reach For This Tea Accessory
If you want to make perfect cocktails but don't have a designated cocktail strainer, don't give up hope - you may have a substitute in your kitchen already.
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You Can Sip On The Original Mai Tai At One Iconic Georgia Restaurant
The original mai tai was created at the dawn of the tiki movement. Its Georgia home still thrives and you need to go visit the restaurant from where it hails.
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Why The Vodka Martini Was Briefly Called The Kangaroo Kicker
Before the vodka martini was the must-have drink for James Bond fans around the world -- and the bar staple it is today -- it went through a quirky phase.
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What Does Peat Mean When It Comes To Whiskey?
If you've ever smelled or tasted peated whiskey, you surely noted it's distinct flavor. Often used in scotch, here's what peat means when it comes to whiskey.
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What Proof Is Tequila Typically?
It's true that alcohol proofs can vary widely depending on the product, but there's a general range that most tequilas fall within. Here's what that means.
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Wait, Not All Wine Is Vegan?
The winemaking process is complicated and multi-leveled. One step renders many wines unfriendly to vegans, and we discuss how that happens.
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The Sugar Standard That All Tequilas Must Follow
There's a long history of how tequilas are certified as pure versus bottom-barrel, and a lot of it has to do with the specific kind of sugar used in the liquor.
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