Liquor

From its invention in Kentucky in the late 1700's to the renaming of the company in 1933, Jim Beam has been a must have in any home bar or drinking establishment.

Nov 22, 2009 - Jessica Spengler

Armagnac is the little known older cousin of Cognac. While Cognac has stolen the limelight, brandy lovers are rediscovering all that Armagnac has to offer.

Nov 7, 2009 - Sarah Goddard

All Cognac is brandy, but not all brandy is Cognac. Cognac is made in a specific delimited region in western France, immediately north of the wine region of Bordeaux.

Oct 19, 2009 - Sarah Goddard

Bourbon whiskey has a long history in America, and so do many of the most popular bourbon brands, such as Jim Beam, Evan Williams, Wild Turkey, and Maker's Mark.

Oct 13, 2009 - William Litton

Bourbon whiskey is the official spirit of America and has a long, colorful history. Premium bourbon brands are the best bourbon whiskeys in this American tradition.

Oct 9, 2009 - William Litton

Eau de Vie means 'water of life' in French, and is used for desserts, cooking and for enjoying by itself. What sets it apart from other liqueurs is fresh fruit flavors.

Sep 7, 2009 - Renee Shelton

In July Famous Grouse whisky brand launched Snow Grouse, the newest member of its world famous range of Scottish whisky products. It is the first scotch designed to be s

Aug 24, 2009 - Sarah Todd

First made by Spanish settlers in the 1500s, pisco is one of the most widely-consumed liquors in Chile. It is rarely drunk straight but rather is used to make cocktails.

Jul 29, 2009 - Kate Rodriguez

What's the difference between Silver, Reposado and Anejo types of Tequilas? The actual differences may be a bit subtle, but it's all in the taste.

Jul 25, 2009 - James Clausen

At the risk of sounding absurdly clichéd, there are few sturdier and more dependable drinks than a whiskey on the rocks.

Jun 29, 2009 - Greg Chow

The most recent shot craze, the bomb shot, offers a variety of options for shot lovers. Try out these new and old recipes to find your favorite.

Jun 25, 2009 - Jessica Spengler

Ireland produces single malt, single grain, blended and pure pot still whiskies. Irish whiskey is triple-distilled, and there are three whiskey distilleries in Ireland.

May 13, 2009 - Sharon Kirby

Scotch whisky, single malt whisky, grain whiskies, blended whiskies, Highland, Islay, Lowland and Speyside whiskies - what does all this whisky terminology mean?

May 8, 2009 - Sharon Kirby

One of the things Scotland is best known for is scotch whisky. Scotch whisky is Scotland's national drink (for adults at least) and comes either as scotch or single malt.

Apr 25, 2009 - Alistair McCulloch

Irish cream liqueur is so well known that it's hard to remember it's a fairly new invention. How was it done before Baileys?

Mar 8, 2009 - Angie Rayfield

Rum is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugarcane. Despite this common origin, there are many variations based on region and process resulting in many styles.

Mar 7, 2009 - Ret Talbot

Bruichladdich Distillery, already respected for their single malt whiskey, is now producing some of the finest and most innovative rum available anywhere in the world.

Mar 2, 2009 - Ret Talbot

Green Chartreuse is an ancient liquor with a storied background. Learn how it made its way from the mountains of France to your liquor cabinet. Recipes included below!

Mar 1, 2009 - Steve Mirsky

Delicious vanilla vodka martini recipes for vanilla lovers. These recipes make fabulous desserts and are great for holiday gatherings, theme parties, and girls night out

Feb 27, 2009 - Amiee Maxwell

For the home entertainer, a reference book with a delightful collection of 50 cocktail recipes for making easy infused liquors at home.

Feb 22, 2009 - Vanessa LaBranche

Historically a controversial libation, illegal for over a century, absinthe has been produced and sold domestically with no reported cases of madness.

Feb 3, 2009 - Sandra Phaneuf

Irish whiskey, honey and herbs combine in Irish Mist's secret recipe for a sweet whiskey liqueur.

Jan 12, 2009 - Angie Rayfield

Probably most cocktail fans have heard of Drambuie, or have even had it in a cocktail. But what exactly is Drambuie?

Jan 2, 2009 - Angie Rayfield

Martin Miller's is a product of obsession and passion and proves gin is not just the other white spirit

Jan 1, 2009 - Tara O'Leary

Whisky loosely defines a panalopy of alcoholic beverages distilled from any combination of fermented or malted barley, rye, wheat, or corn that is aged in oak casks.

Dec 14, 2008 - Steve Mirsky