Beverages

At a fine restaurant, the sommelier selects the perfect wine to enhance your dining experience. At home, all you need is this handy chart.

Try this simple and refreshing virgin cocktail made with dragon fruit and lime. Enjoy!

Oh, how generations of wine growers weep in agony over the sins of homebrewers who make wine from a carton grape juice.

Mead is inherently simple. If you give it time, this three-ingredient recipe may well become your go-to mead recipe.

One of the parts that will need replacement in your AeroPress Coffee Maker is the rubber seal (also called the plunger). When taken care of, this part should last two to three years. To prevent premature wear and tear of this plunger, follow these tips.

Learn the origin of red wine and how to use it in sweet and savory cooking and baking.

Summer is the perfect time to make cold brew coffee at home. You can save a lot of money by enjoying iced coffee in your comfortable living room or on the porch. Let me show you the best method I've found to make cold brew coffee. You'll love it!

Alcohol consumption varies from country to country. Have you ever wondered which countries consume the highest amounts of pure alcohol? This article takes a peek at the world's heaviest-drinking countries, according to OECD's data.

Try this healthy and refreshing gingerade concentrate recipe. A recipe video is also included.

From tequila-based drinks to straight-up shooters and from fruity to spicy, this list is guaranteed to have something on it that you haven't yet tried. They're all very unique and will bring something special to the table each time. I dare you to try them all.

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy an iced coffee, and caramel iced lattes are a decadently delicious coffee treat.

Here's everything you need to know to make your own variation of the famous orange crush at home.

Brandy has the punch of whiskey but the softness of sweet wine. This mellow, oaky beverage is more than an after-dinner drink. Learn how to use it in baking and cooking.

Making your own fresh cordial from wild hedgerow elderflowers is one of the joys of early summer. Learn how to pick, prepare, bottle and use this delicious homemade drink

When the weather gets warmer, nothing beats healthy homemade fruit smoothies. This recipe is super easy, and it only requires five ingredients.

Watermelon is the perfect fruit to beat the summer heat. Try this delicious watermelon cooler drink today! Recipe video included.

This refreshing cucumber cooler is prepared with cucumber, mint and lemon—perfect for summer! Recipe video included.

This is a cool and refreshing watermelon mojito mocktail, perfect for a hot, sultry day. Recipe video included.

Explore the story of sherry, a fortified wine of a unique region in Spain. Along the way we’ll find recipes for dinners, desserts, and appetizers.

Are you looking for a high-quality yet affordable rye whiskey for less than $50? Here's a list of my top five.

I recommend this dish to anyone who would like to try something new. It will keep you full for hours and is packed with the nutrients you need in order to maintain a healthy diet.

How does the popular new Flaviar spirits membership club work? Is it legit?Is it a scam? Can it save you any money on alcohol? I tried it out so you don't have to!

Prepare this immunity-boosting tea masala to help promote health. Recipe video included.

Dalgona coffee is a viral coffee trend that originated in South Korea. Let me show you how to make this foamy and sweet iced coffee at home!

This kiwi milkshake is an immunity-boosting treat that takes just a few minutes to make. In addition to the recipe, I have also included a video.

Learn the origin of Irish Whiskey and how to use it in sweet and savory cooking and baking.

In this article, we'll look at facts, fiction, folklore, and fun recipes—with agave nectar spirits as the central characters.

When you live in a dry country, knowing how to brew at home is a must! This Christmas cider is delicious. It's sweet and warm, has a bit of spice, and reminds you of all things winter. It's so good I've made it several times over.

Mead is an alcoholic beverage made from honey and water. Often it can be flavored with fruit, spices, herbs grains, and hops. Its ABV can range from 3.5% to more than 20%. This particular recipe will yield around a 15% ABV.

I was searching for an easy-to-use coffee maker that could brew a decent cut of Cappuccino. Oster’s BVSTEM6601SS-033, which is also marketed by Mr. Coffee, appears to be a good choice. This is my review.

The original recipe for beer was never recorded; its advent precedes the written word. Want to learn the history of beer and how to use it in cooking and baking? Keep reading.

This drink is always a winner with anyone who has tried it and likes fruity drinks. Disclaimer: It does NOT contain any marijuana.

I was searching for an inexpensive burr mill that would consistently grind coffee beans to a size suitable for use in an espresso machine. Oster’s BVSTBMH23-033 coffee mill appeared to be a good option. This is my review.

Craving something sweet but healthy? On a diet and don't want too many calories? Maybe you're on a liquid fast, like me? Or do you just like smoothies? Well, this smoothie has a consistency of soft-serve ice cream and tastes like chocolatey-velvety heaven.

On a hot day, do you long for a squishee drink like Bart's? I do. A crushed ice drink is a great cooler in the summer. Here’s how to make one of your own.

Fill your home with delicious fragrances and your belly with healthful herbs and spices with these two winter chai recipes.

Making liquor is a sometimes hazardous business that involves working with highly flammable liquids.

Delicious bananas, berries, and ice are blended together to make this delicious breakfast smoothie, which can be enjoyed any time of the day.

A steam juicer makes juicing fruit easy. Learn about the parts of this kitchen tool and see how it works.

Who doesn’t always want a cold beer on tap? That is why many people have begun taking on a new hobby: microbrewing. This art has been around since the Sumerians fermented the first hops and found that it kind of tasted good.

Red wine is sultry and captivating. From the curvy glass, the delicious aroma, and the alluring color, red wine is the ultimate date beverage that enhances the romantic mood.

Celery juice is a refreshing drink that helps to start the day by hydrating your body with healthy nutrients.

There are countless varieties of coffee and coffee-based beverages out there. Even ordering a simple drink at your local cafe can feel overwhelming when you're presented with so many options. Learn the coffee drink basics here.

If you’re a beer aficionado, you’ve probably wondered what it takes to make your own beer. Not that much actually. To make a small batch, you’ll need a brewing kit consisting of some essential items for beer making—and a little patience.

Buying the best electric wheatgrass juicer within your budget can be a balancing act. In this article, you'll find some of the best options on the market.

No wine beats Champagne. The bubbly liquid stands for celebration and classy events, and it tastes like heaven. Learn more about the exclusive name, preparation and vintages behind this world-famous wine.

The sourtoe cocktail is served in the Downtown Hotel in Dawson City, in the northwestern Canadian territory of Yukon. Just as the name suggests, this cocktail has a fascinating story.

Want a cappuccino but don't have a fancy espresso machine? Think you have to go all the way to Starbucks and drop $$$ just for your fix? Think again. This recipe will show you how to make a quality cappuccino with nothing but coffee and milk.

Enjoy a refreshing and healthy lemon ginger tea. It's so easy to make and very affordable.

'Chacha' is the name for the distilled spirit or pomace wine from the winemaking process in the Republic of Georgia. Produced widely in Georgia, the spirit is less well known outside the region. This article introduces the spirit with a few notes on production, taste, and where to find it.