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Drinks

Explore a world of beverages, from artisanal cocktails to healthy smoothies and everything in between.

A visually appealing arrangement of diverse hydrating beverages, including fruit-infused water, herbal teas, and electrolyte drinks, surrounded by fresh ingredients.

Hydrating Drinks Beyond Water for Energy and Wellness

Even elite athletes at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take mandatory water breaks, highlighting a universal need for optimal hydration that goes beyond just quenching thirst.

Daniel Moretti· Jul 17· 3 min
Assortment of colorful canned cocktails on a rustic bar with a city skyline in the background at dusk.

Top Canned Cocktails: Taste Test & Reviews

A single Tip Top Proper Cocktails Negroni packs 210 calories, 16 grams of sugar, and a potent 28% ABV, revealing the hidden diversity in today's top-rated canned cocktails.

Daniel Moretti· Jul 2· 3 min
Friends enjoying colorful, refreshing low-ABV and zero-proof summer cocktails on a sunny patio, highlighting mindful drinking.

Top 5 Mindful Summer Drinks: Low-ABV & Zero-Proof

All Día, a new line of real tequila canned cocktails, offers just 2.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 7· 4 min
Friends enjoying premium canned cocktails, including Tip Top's Margarita, on a sunny patio during a summer gathering.

Top Canned Cocktails for Summer, Including Tip Top's Margarita

Forget watery, sugary mixers: Tip Top's Margarita, praised by The New York Times for its authentic lime flavor and smooth tequila finish, proves premium canned cocktails are now a serious contender fo

Daniel Moretti· May 20· 4 min
Hands using a jigger to measure spirits for a cocktail, emphasizing precision in home mixology for bar-quality drinks.

Top 4 Home Mixologist Tips for Bar Quality Cocktails

Most home cocktail enthusiasts unknowingly sabotage their drinks by 'eyeballing' ingredients, leading to inconsistent and often disappointing results.

Daniel Moretti· May 20· 4 min
A group of diverse friends happily clinking glasses filled with colorful non-alcoholic canned cocktails on a sunny summer day.

Top 3 Best Non-Alcoholic Canned Cocktails for Summer

Blind Tiger's Southside Mojito tastes so much like real mint, with a lime that is sharp without being sour, you might forget it's alcohol-free, according to Washingtonpost .

Daniel Moretti· May 12· 4 min
An empty cocktail bar counter with a single, untouched drink, symbolizing the reduction of cocktail options on restaurant menus.

Top 5 Reasons Cocktails Are Disappearing From Menus

At 'The Gilded Spoon,' a high-end New York City restaurant, the 15-item cocktail menu was slashed to just five signature drinks.

Daniel Moretti· May 5· 4 min
A perfectly crafted Old Fashioned cocktail with an orange peel garnish and cherry, presented on a wooden bar top in a dimly lit, sophisticated setting.

The Old Fashioned: Bestselling Classic Cocktail Recipe

The Old Fashioned, a four-ingredient marvel, reigns as the world's best-selling classic cocktail.

Daniel Moretti· Apr 29· 3 min
Assortment of premium canned cocktails displayed attractively on a table during a golden hour picnic, highlighting their sophisticated appeal.

Best Canned Cocktails From 40 Tested

Wirecutter, renowned for its rigorous product testing, recently evaluated 40 different canned cocktails.

Daniel Moretti· Apr 28· 4 min
A refreshing glass of Chef Kapoor's healthy mango fizz, garnished with mint and mango slice, perfect for summer.

Chef Kapoor's Easy Healthy Mango Drink for Summer

Celebrity Chef Kunal Kapoor recently unveiled his mango fizz recipe, hailing it as the definitive summer cooler.

Daniel Moretti· Apr 26· 3 min
A modern reimagined classic cocktail served in a speakeasy, showcasing innovative ingredients and presentation for a sophisticated drinking experience.

Top 4 Classic Cocktails Reimagined for Modern Tastes

In 2023, a Brooklyn speakeasy sold more 'Clarified Milk Punch Old Fashioneds' than traditional ones, signaling a surprising shift in consumer preference for reimagined classics (The New York Times).

Daniel Moretti· Apr 19· 3 min
A vibrant purple ube latte served in a clear glass, with a coffee shop ambiance in the background.

Ube Coffee Drinks from Major Chains

Major chains like Starbucks and Costa are introducing ube coffee drinks.

Daniel Moretti· Apr 17· 3 min
A small, perfectly crafted margarita and a classic negroni cocktail displayed on a stylish bar counter in Chicago, representing affordable luxury.

Craft cocktails were pricey; mini-cocktails offer a 2026 solution.

In Chicago, you can now find a well-crafted margarita for $7 or a negroni for $10.

Daniel Moretti· Jul 8· 3 min
A crowded rooftop bar at sunset with a breathtaking city view, highlighting the ambiance over the food.

Rooftop Bars: Views You Pay For, Food You Overpay For

At a popular summer rooftop bar in 2026, a simple green salad costs $12, and a small tortilla appetizer, $14.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 21· 3 min
A cluttered bar counter with ready-to-drink cocktails, symbolizing the fragmented regulatory landscape and potential public health concerns.

Fragmented 2026 cocktail rules could harm public health

The ready-to-drink cocktail market is projected to swell to USD 60.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 7· 4 min
Could Mushroom Coffee Replace Your Morning Cup? A Look at Healthy Enterprise’s Metro Supreme Blend Mushroom Coffee

Could Mushroom Coffee Replace Your Morning Cup? A Look at Healthy Enterprise’s Metro Supreme Blend Mushroom Coffee

Mushroom coffee, like Healthy Enterprise’s Metro Supreme Blend, is emerging as a wellness-focused alternative to traditional coffee, combining caffeine with functional mushrooms for sustained energy and mental clarity. This article explores if it can replace your morning cup by offering a more balanced experience.

Sponsored· May 21· 4 min
Why Your Morning Ritual Is Only as Good as Your Beans, and What Basis Gets Right

Why Your Morning Ritual Is Only as Good as Your Beans, and What Basis Gets Right

A deliberate morning ritual, centered around fresh coffee, is crucial for productivity. Basis Coffee offers a solution to stale, mass-produced beans by roasting to order and shipping within the peak flavor window, enhancing the daily coffee experience.

Sponsored· May 15· 4 min
How to Get Better Coffee at Home With Tonks Store Fresh Beans

How to Get Better Coffee at Home With Tonks Store Fresh Beans

To get better coffee at home, focus on the freshness and quality of your beans rather than just upgrading equipment. Tonks Store prioritizes small-batch roasting to deliver fresh, flavorful coffee, ensuring a more consistent and enjoyable daily brew.

Sponsored· May 11· 4 min
How to Drink Premium Tequila Properly: Neat, On Ice, or in Cocktails with FIN Tequila

How to Drink Premium Tequila Properly: Neat, On Ice, or in Cocktails with FIN Tequila

Discover how to properly enjoy premium tequila like FIN Tequila, moving beyond shots to appreciate its structure and character neat, on the rocks, or in simple cocktails. The article highlights the distinction between craft and mass-market tequilas, advocating for an experience that showcases the spirit's quality.

Sponsored· May 11· 4 min
Close-up of several beautifully presented, small cocktails on a bar counter, highlighting their intricate details and elegant glassware.

Tiny Drinks, New Value: The Bar Industry's Next Big Thing

At bars across the country, bartenders are shrinking their pours, directly responding to a significant shift in consumer behavior.

Daniel Moretti· May 6· 3 min
Empty glasses at a resort bar in Majorca, symbolizing Spain's new six-drink rule for all-inclusive guests.

Spain's New Six-Drink Rule Could Reshape All-Inclusive Tourism.

Imagine arriving at your all-inclusive resort in Majorca, only to discover your daily alcohol allowance is capped at three drinks per meal, a stark contrast to the unlimited pours many expect.

Daniel Moretti· May 3· 3 min
Stylish interior of an alcohol-free bar with patrons enjoying sophisticated mocktails in a vibrant, modern setting.

Alcohol-free bars are rewriting social drinking culture for a generation.

At Getaway, a stylish bar in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, cocktails are priced at $13, but not a single drop of alcohol is served.

Daniel Moretti· Apr 29· 3 min
A stylish display of various ready-to-drink cocktails and spritzers, showcasing the growing trend in convenient alcoholic beverages.

The Expanding World of Ready-to-Drink Cocktails and Spritzers

In 2026, premixed cocktails, including spirits ready-to-drink (RTD) options, surged to $3.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 25· 4 min
A sophisticated mixologist prepares an innovative savory cocktail with unique ingredients like olive brine and mushroom tincture at a high-end bar.

What Is the Emerging Savory Cocktail Trend and Its Flavor Profiles?

At a high-end New York City bar, bartenders now routinely craft drinks featuring olive brine, mushroom tinctures, and even bacon fat.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 24· 3 min
A sophisticated bar setup with fresh ingredients and elegant glassware, showcasing the art of preparing healthy, innovative mocktails.

How to Craft Innovative Healthy Mocktail Recipes

Forget the sugary Shirley Temples of the past.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 21· 3 min
A bartender meticulously prepares a colorful cocktail, showcasing the art and craft of mixology in a stylish bar setting.

How to Choose Great Cocktails: A Practical Guide

Faced with a menu full of exotic names like Chartreuse or Cynar, many cocktail drinkers simply guess, missing the opportunity to ask their bartender for a taste or description that could lead to their

Daniel Moretti· Jun 17· 3 min
Close-up of botanicals and distillation equipment used in the creation of complex non-alcoholic spirits.

How Does the Science Behind Non-Alcoholic Spirits Create Flavor?

Free Spirits non-alcoholic spirits contain approximately 0.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 17· 3 min
A close-up shot of a bartender using advanced equipment to clarify citrus juice, resulting in a crystal clear liquid for cocktails.

How Clarified Cocktails Techniques Make Drinks Crystal Clear

Clarified lime juice can make Daiquiris that remain fresh for days, fundamentally changing how bars can batch and serve these classic cocktails.

Daniel Moretti· Jun 8· 3 min
Diverse groups of people socializing and enjoying colorful, sophisticated non-alcoholic drinks in a modern, ambient bar setting.

Non-Alcoholic Drinks: Market Trends and Growth

US non-alcoholic beer sales surged by 32% in 2025, according to drinksip .

Daniel Moretti· Jun 7· 4 min
Close-up of a fizzy cocktail being poured, showcasing the dramatic rise of bubbles and the precision of bar equipment.

How Do Carbonation Principles Create Bubbly Cocktails?

At Lullaby, a New York City bar, perfecting a draft cocktail with the fizziness of a freshly opened soda can took nearly two years of trial and error, including battles with overflowing kegs.

Daniel Moretti· May 10· 3 min