Tag Archive | "drinking"

Six Chilean Reds to Try Tonight: Gallery

Friday, December 2, 2011

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Six Chilean Reds to Try Tonight: Gallery

With its varied climate and organic farming, Chile makes some of the boldest and best-priced red wines today.

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Five Essential Wine Glasses: Gallery

Thursday, November 10, 2011

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Five Essential Wine Glasses: Gallery

When you bust out your 1961 Château Cheval Blanc this holiday season, be sure to serve it in the right glass. It matters.

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The Mix Master

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

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The Mix Master

Johnnie Walker just released Double Black, their first new blend in more than 12 years. We called their master blender to find out more.

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Your Perfect Weekend, July 23-25

Thursday, July 22, 2010

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Your Perfect Weekend, July 23-25

Think you've got what it takes to be part of “the world’s toughest spectator sport?” Can you stomach a scoop of garlic ice cream? How about the brutal thrill of a redneck mud run? This weekend, you're covered. With muck.

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Rediscovering Canadian Whiskey

Monday, November 30, 2009

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Rediscovering Canadian Whiskey

Canadian whiskey has long been lighter and sweeter than scotch, bourbon, or rye, generally going down without a fuss. But these four add a spark of complexity to make you straighten up and pay attention.

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Survival Skills: James Ellroy

Thursday, October 8, 2009

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Survival Skills: James Ellroy

Author James Ellroy discusses his scars, drinking, and the best way to win a fight.

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Summer Classics with a Twist

Monday, July 13, 2009

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Summer Classics with a Twist

Classics by definition never overstay their welcome, but they can become a bit familiar. We asked four top bartenders to teach our old favorites some new tricks.

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Port Decoded

Monday, March 2, 2009

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Port Decoded

With a few terms defined, it’s easy to make sense of the quintessential winter wine.

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Rye Class

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

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Rye Class

The original American liquor may be staging a comeback of coolness, but it's never been accused of being smooth. Until now.

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Champagne For Any Budget

Saturday, December 13, 2008

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Champagne For Any Budget

No need to overspend for your next celebration. Spain, Italy, and even the U.S. now produce sparkling wines that are just as good as — and a lot cheaper than — fine French champagne.

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Drinking the Viking Spirit

Friday, December 5, 2008

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Drinking the Viking Spirit

This caraway-infused Scandinavian liquor is worth a shot, or three.

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Investment Bourbons

Monday, October 13, 2008

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Investment Bourbons

With global demand skyrocketing and no supply solution in sight, there’s no time like the present to sink your hard-earned money into aged American whiskey.

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The Wine Explorer: Merlot is Back

Sunday, October 12, 2008

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The Wine Explorer: Merlot is Back

For years, overdone merlot has been too embarrassing to order. But now vineyards are turning out great-value bottles you just can’t miss.

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