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From rich bourbons and spicy ryes to complex single malts and Japanese whiskies, these are our favorites that can be savored without going broke.

The 5 Best Sipping Whiskeys You Can Actually Afford

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Deciding what cocktail we want at a busy bar can be a tough decision, but there are certain drinks bar tenders do not want customers to order.There can be a variety of reasons for this, from the time it takes to make the drink to whether they have the correct ingredients available.With this in mind, here are 10 cocktails which you shouldn't order if you're at a packed bar (otherwise you'll have an extremely annoyed bar tender).MojitosWhile Mojitos are a classic cocktail which contains white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water and mint - this drink requires hand-muddled limes and...

Bar tender shares 10 drinks you should never buy in a busy bar

The broad category of IPAs contains some of the most popular beers in the United States. Among them are hazy IPAs, the juicy, ultra-hoppy brews that captured the attention of American craft beer drinkers — and may never let go. Naturally, the persistence of the hazy craze has earned...

We Asked 6 Brewers: What’s the Most Underrated Hazy IPA?

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Distiller: Undisclosed Bottler: World Whiskey Society ABV: 63.1% Age: 7 Years Price: $100 to $199.99. This 7-year-old single-barrel bourbon comes to us from Doc Holliday, a brand from the World Whiskey Society. Distilled by an undisclosed Indiana producer (probably MGP) from a mashbill of 75% corn, 21% rye and 4% malted barley, this bourbon was aged for seven years and bottled at 63.1% ABV. The name Doc Holliday pays homage to John Henry Holliday, an American gambler, gunfighter and, surprisingly, dentist.

Doc Holliday Straight Kentucky Bourbon Single Barrel Edition Aged 7 Years

If you're cooking up steak on a hot grill or even just searing it in a pan, there's one big mistake you can make: Not letting your steak rest for a few minutes before cutting it or serving it. It's a common tip, since the science behind the benefits of letting steak rest seems fairly settled. More on this in a moment, but the short version is that letting steak rest allows its juices to settle. But perhaps not so settled is the question of how long you need to let that hunk of meat wait before you can serve it.

How Long To Rest Your Steak After Cooking It In The Pan Or On The Grill

Are you someone who will take a swig of tangy pickle juice right out of the jar and do so proudly? If so, listen up, your new summer drink of choice might have just entered the chat. If you haven't already heard from social media where this unexpected but popular drink concoction has been making the rounds, people are putting pickles in their Dr. Pepper. Yes, slices of pickle chips are being submerged in carbonated soda, on purpose, and videos have been garnering millions of views as people react with horror and dismay, as well as delight, to the oddball pairing you'd have probably never thought to try but perhaps should.

The Dr. Pepper And Pickles Drink Might Just Be Odd Enough To Work

Sandwich pickles, whether they're of the bread and butter variety or sweet, provide the perfect pop of acidity and textural contrast, but you might find yourself wondering why the kind that go in between your sandwich layers often have ridges. Although there is no centralized authority on pickles, many people posit that the reason behind the design choice is more than just aesthetic.

Why Do Sandwich Pickles Have Ridges?

Few meals are as effortless and simultaneously satisfying as a packet or cup of ramen noodles. The industry has become crowded in recent years with innovative versions elevating the classic inexpensive dorm-room faves, offering plant-based and gluten-free versions, plus ones bursting with creative add-ins or more "authentic" flavors. But the low-brow classic holds a special place in our hearts, and no one's above the ultimate ease and comfort of boiling water, dried noodles, and a punchy sauce packet.

Upgrade Your Instant Ramen With One Creamy Ingredient

This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. In a surprising twist to whiskey lovers worldwide, the title of the best-selling whiskey brand of 2023 didn't go to a Scottish Scotch, an Irish whiskey, or a Japanese single malt, but rather to an affordable bourbon from Kentucky. Jim Beam, a brand many have casually sipped without realizing its global impact, has taken the top spot in the world whiskey rankings, according to The Spirits Business’s Brand Champions Report for 2024.

A Budget Friendly Bourbon Ranks Top the World Whiskey Rankings

The Kinder Surprise Egg has been delighting children in many parts of the world since the Italian candy company Ferrero introduced the product in 1974. For the uninitiated, the Kinder Surprise Egg is a chocolate egg that opens up to reveal a plastic capsule with a toy inside. If you're reading this in the U.S., you can't be faulted for not knowing what this treat is since it's banned. Although it is available in both Mexico and Canada.

Why Kinder Surprise Eggs Are Illegal In The United States

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

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The FDA has recalled 28 beverages so far in 2024, The Daily Mail reported. 

All but four of the drinks were recalled because they had drugs, bacteria or harmful chemicals in them that the company didn’t disclose.



The recalled drinks include a pain-relieving tea called Himalayan pain relief tea, which didn’t disclose an anti-inflammatory medication ingredient on its label. 

Costco issues recall of cheese after plastic pieces found in slices

Martinelli’s Apple Juice was also recalled because it contained arsenic, a toxic metal that may increase the risk of bladder and skin cancer.

Around 1.9 million bottles of Fiji Water,...

The 28 sodas, juices and other drinks recalled by the FDA over harmful chemicals revealed

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The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Beer without the buzz is better than ever. Here are some of our favorites.

8 Best Nonalcoholic Beers to Drink This Summer

Mixed drinks are an easy, excellent way to unwind after a long day. For many people, their alcohol of choice is tequila, a spirit made in Mexico from the blue agave plant. It's important to note that there are different types of tequila, and some are better for mixing than others. Blanco tequila, also commonly called silver or white tequila, is a popular option for mixed drinks and cocktails. This type is often bottled immediately after it is distilled, but can sometimes be aged for up to two months. Its taste is citrusy, grassy, and a little peppery. Another common option for mixed drinks and cocktails is reposado tequila, which is aged up to a year and often has notes of vanilla and caramel. Finally, añejo tequila is aged up to three years. It also has notes of vanilla and caramel, but also oak, spices, and dried fruit. It's usually used for sipping and not in mixed drinks or cocktails.

The 14 Best Mixers For Your Tequila

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The rare whisky, which comes with a 19-year-old age statement, is the perfect choice to elevate a highball or old fashioned.

Dewar's New Limited-Edition Scotch Is a Blend That Will Win Over Single-Malt Snobs

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The Spirits Business recently released its annual "The Brand Champions" report, which provides various pieces of insightful data on the spirits industry.

One list included in the report was the top-selling vodka brands of 2023, ranked by 9-liter case sales. Let's break down the top 10. For each entry on the list, we'll give you the brand name, the company that owns the brand and how many 9-liter cases it sold in 2023.
10 Highest
1. Smirnoff (Diageo): 26 million

2. Absolut (Pernod Ricard): 11.9 million

3. Żubrówka (Maspex Group): 9.5 million

4. Magic Moments (Radico Khaitan): 6.2 million

5. Arkhangelskaya (Novabev): 4.4 million

6. Żołądkowa (Including Gorzka) (Stock Spirits Group): 4.4 million

7. Grey Goose (Bacardi): 4.2 million

8. Soplica (Maspex Group): 4.2 million

9. Pyat Ozer (Alcohol Siberia Group): 4.2 million

10. Nemiroff (Nemiroff): 3.4 million

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Top 10 Best-Selling Vodka Brands of 2023

Bananas are not complicated fruits, or so we think. Unlike apples, which come in loads of different colors and varieties from "red delicious" to "granny smith," we don't often see bananas the same way: They're just bananas. However, there are over 1,000 different kinds of bananas and they've changed a lot, evolving (though selective breeding) from round, green fruits filled with seeds to the bright yellow, phone-shaped fruits we know today. That was far in the past though; there's no way bananas have changed that much recently, have they?

Your Great Grandma Wouldn't Recognize Today's Bananas

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What Rotgut Means For Whiskey And Why It Should Send You Running

There's an old cowboy drinking song that includes the stanza, \"Whoop-ee! Drink that rot gut, drink that red nose / Whenever you get to town/ Drink...

There's an old cowboy drinking song that includes the stanza, "Whoop-ee! Drink that rot gut, drink that red nose / Whenever you get to town/ Drink...

What Rotgut Means For Whiskey And Why It Should Send You Running

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