Wine & Spirits
Après & Aperitif: The Best Ski Town Spirits and Where to Drink Them
For those in the know, ski towns have some of the best libations anywhere under the sun—you just have to know where to look.
Wine & Spirits
Everything You Need to Know About Gin, From Best Brands to Best Mixers
“Dutch courage” and “mother’s ruin”—is there a more storied, versatile spirit than gin?
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Vintner Clay Mauritson Talks About the Impact of Last Year's Wildfires in California on His Winery
Clay Mauritson discusses the effects of "fire season" on winemaking, but remains hopeful for the future of this industry.
Wine & Spirits
Pink Gin Is Having a Moment—Here Are the Best on the Market Now
Give your gin & tonic a rosé-tinted upgrade.
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Aging Wine Underwater Created 'Stunning' Difference, Says Winery
An Argentinian winery compared bottles of the same wine aged under the sea versus in the cellar head-to-head.
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In Pursuit of the Perfect Gin, This Professional Forager Scours the Scottish Island of Islay for the Purest Ingredients
The secret is in the scent.
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Every Term Aspiring Spirit Connoisseurs Should Commit to Memory
From distillation jargon to how to describe certain flavors.
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Home Bar Upgrade: The Perfect Glass for Every Cocktail
How to look like a pro at home with the perfect glass for every occasion.
Wine & Spirits
Become a Spirits Expert With One of These 5 Accredited Virtual Classes
For everyone who’s dreamed of adding “master of whiskey” to their résumé.
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