What is vodka made from? A better question might be, what isn’t it made from? Vodka was traditionally distilled from fermented cereal grains like wheat, sorghum, or rye, then diluted with pure water. It has […]

  According to IWSR total gin consumption is predicted to rise 4.4% from 2018-2023 and the compound annual growth rate (2013-2018) for gin sales in the ultra-premium segment has been a staggering 50.1%. Perhaps not […]

  With American consumers’ love for tequila soaring, Ranch Water is poised to become the drink of the summer. What Is Ranch Water? This low-cal cowboy cooler is a West Texas classic, mixed with just […]

  The beverage aisle is flooded with options to quench your thirst for Mexican-style beverages, such as ranch water, cheladas, “clean spiked tequila seltzers” (this version is particularly delicious), and craft tequila seltzers in novel flavors. […]

  Type “flavored tequila” into your search engine and dozens of bottles pop up, with a rainbow of fruits and chiles on their labels. Coconut, chipotle, mango, hibiscus and grapefruit are just a few of […]

In upscale cheese circles, the debate stems from the fact that although fancy artisan cheeses might win on taste, heat tends to alter their flavor and texture, and is not always for the best. When […]

  Pairing wine and spirits with cheese gets tricky sometimes. The subtle complexities of flavor and aroma in cheese can get overwhelmed by the beverages we love on their own, or with our favorite meals. […]