alcohol

One indication you're in a dive bar: a neon sign.

The moniker for your favorite type of rancid watering hole, explained.

For some, drinking this wormwood-flavored Chicago liqueur is a badge of honor.

You’re a few words away from being able to order a caipirinha with confidence.

Here’s how to say everything from liquors like cachaça to brands like Moët.

The cheapest spots to get an Aperol Spritz in Europe.

If you love a good Aperol Spritz, you might want to put these countries on your travel list.

Independence Day picnics aren’t complete without a thirst-quenching glass of switchel.

Drink like the Sons of Liberty on the Fourth of July with these colonial American beverage recipes, from Fish House Punch to Switchel.

Discover how the bourbon-mint concoction was embraced by the horse-racing world and became the default drink at the Kentucky Derby.

There’s a lot to learn about the rich history surrounding Cinco de Mayo, the annual springtime celebration of Hispanic heritage and culture in the United States. Discover the origins of the holiday here, plus so much else.

You might be shocked by your state‘s favorite margarita.

From fruity blends to fiery flavors, discover the most searched margarita recipes across the U.S. leading up to Cinco de Mayo 2025.

Tired of celebrating Cinco de Mayo with yet another margarita? Try these popular Mexican drinks that go beyond lime and tequila.

NASA officially prohibits alcohol aboard its missions, but that didn’t stop some American astronauts from enjoying a wee nip with their Russian colleagues.

The Shamrock Shake flavor is a national favorite overall.

Curious about St. Patrick‘s Day green food trends? Explore which states are most interested in dyeing their pies, drinks, and desserts for the holiday.

You can see the Chicago River turn green on St. Patrick‘s Day.

Check out these U.S. cities if you‘re looking for the ultimate St. Patrick‘s Day celebration.

Next time someone confuses the two drinks, you‘ll know how to correct them.

Don’t let wine aficionados hear you confuse these two sparkling beverages.

Some pubs are rationing the Irish stout ahead of the holidays.

Illustration of people enjoying wassail, circa 1800.

Here‘s everything you need to know about this beloved Christmas tradition, from how it evolved to a fun guide for doing it yourself.

Eggnog started out as a fancy English drink called posset and made its way into American holiday celebrations.

Eggnog is an old-fashioned holiday classic.

From traditional eggnog to boozy apple toddies, these old-fashioned holiday bevvies from vintage cookbooks will warm you up on winter days.

Nobody likes tough pie crust. Vodka can prevent the issue.

You’ve heard the stories of birds drunk on fermented fruit, but scientists suspect that many animals ingest alcohol on a regular basis.

Celebrate the holidays with an Aldi Advent calendar.

Aldi’s shoppers, rejoice! The store’s 2024 Advent calendars are coming soon.

One theory suggests that we call liquor “spirits” because of alcohol’s association with one spirit in particular: the Holy Spirit. But there are other possible origins.