Not many bars give enough attention to non-alcohol drinks for the adult palate, but beverage manager Vincent Stipo explains how Philadelphia's Vernick Food & Drink tries to serve exceptional creative and delicious drinks. More>>

The secret to the Manhattan’s enduring popularity can be largely attributed to the natural affinity between spirits and fortified wines. These wines—venerable products such as sherry, port, vermouth and Madeira—are imbued with tremendous flavors and lavishly textured bodies, making them...More>>

Miami’s Robert Montero of Yardbird Southern Table & Bar wins Marie Brizard Cocktail Challenge. While Christopher Sinclair and Travis Tober take home prizes at the Hand-Shaken Daiquiri competition. More>>

Drowning in bitters? Wrestling with your amaros? Struggling with incorporating heat, smoke and pungency to your drinks? Take a break and find some inspiration in ice cream and beer.More>>

Cousins Ti Martin and Lally Brennan recognized the need for a serious cocktail bar in New Orleans. Thus, opening Swizzle Stick Bar. Now, they're diving in again with SoBou. More>>

If Merlin was alive today he might manifest himself as Alex Ott. Alex is truly a magician when it comes to cocktails. Check out this exclusive interview with one of the best. More>>

A veteran of the New York bar scene since the early 90’s, Brian Miller has built a reputation as a highly skilled, deeply passionate and internationally recognized bartender.More>>

Forecasting a mega-trend before it hits is like knowing next week’s stock quotes, an open invitation to financial success. One trend that’s now firmly entrenched on both of our coasts and headed inland—Tiki drinks.More>>

Shine a bright light in the eyes of an accomplished mixologist and he or she will eventually admit that ice is most important ingredient in cocktails.More>>

In the on-premise world, no one better illustrates the type of hard work and commitment needed to succeed than Drew Levinson, beverage development manager for Wirtz Beverage Nevada, a liquor, beer and wine distributorship headquartered in Las Vegas.More>>