Cocktails & Alcohol Archives

Gentlemanly Advice: Just Because You’re Not an Alcoholic Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Have a Problem with Alcohol

In today’s culture you’re labeled either a raging alcoholic or a casual social drinker - our experts untangle the spectrum in between and what to do about it.

How to Order Wine at a Restaurant and Look Like You Know What You’re Doing

The day has come and the responsibility falls on your shoulders: The waiter asks the table if you'd like to start with wine and all eyes turn to you. We've got you covered.

Wine for Beginners: An Easy Explanation of Different Wine Types

After reading through this guide, you should have a working knowledge of the different types of wine and enough vocabulary to set out and buy your first serious bottle. (And maybe impress your date ... [more]

Introduce a Little Scotch to Your Manhattan: The Perfect Rob Roy Cocktail

A subtle swap on a classic Manhattan creates something entirely different.

Spruce Up Your Home Bar With These 6 Free Vector Cocktail & Alcohol Patents

Our latest collection of free art you can download and print at whatever size you need it.

The 10 Best Whiskies Under $50 That Don’t Start With Jack, Jim, Johnnie, or Jameson

Got your start with the major players but not sure what to order in the sea of mid-tier whiskey options?

Stirred Not Shaken: Myth-Busting the Martini

The weird history of the most iconic cocktail and why science says Bond's recipe is wrong.

A Playlist – Music to Sip Whiskey to: A Gentleman’s Introduction to the Blues

Pour a whiskey, kick back, and immerse yourself in the classic American art form + some of my favorite sipping whiskies.

How to Throw Cocktails with The Best Bloody Mary Recipe

Throwing or rolling a drink splits the difference between stirring and shaking in terms of aeration and boosting the flavors and aromas of a finely-crafted cocktail. Plus, it makes you look like a ... [more]

A Guy's Guide To Growing Up

Affordable style, self-development, how-tos, and apartment DIY for the aspiring gentleman.

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