The renowned Bordeaux wine region in southwestern France produces some of the most coveted wines and vintages due to its high-quality and diverse terroir. Yet, historically, Bordeaux isn't known for organic and biodynamic wines. That is, of course, until now. Here's the story of ...read more

'Tis the season for warm cocoa and glowing skin. Have both with this collagen hot cocoa recipe.

A beer cocktail is the perfect summer party drink, especially if you’re a guest. Start with a light beer, add juices and spices and serve. It’s really that easy. Beer is already refreshing on a hot summer day but kick things up a notch with some hot sauce and lime for a ...read more

From tumblers, tulip beer glasses, champagne coupes, and more what exactly are the different types of glasses? On a recent episode of the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” (I am not admitting to watching this, just reporting on it...cough, cough) at least one of the ...read more

If you're cutting back on alcohol, you may often find yourself faced with rather paltry cocktail party options: sugary sodas and juices or hydrating-but-ho-hum sparkling water. Luckily, that’s no longer the case: a host of non-alcoholic drinks are emerging on the market that ...read more

It’s been a banner year for organic, biodynamic, and wines made with organic grapes. Bottles are winning awards, topping lists, and taking the spotlight. Ann Arnold, owner of OrganicWineExchange.com notes that "It's important for consumers to realize that organic and ...read more

If you assume alcohol is naturally vegan, you’d be wrong. Ethical alcohol is harder to come by than you think and even if you think it'd be easy to discern, it's not. Here’s what to look out for when it comes to beer, wine, and spirits. Animal Byproducts Lurking in Alcohol ...read more

You might think that you’re making a more sustainable choice when you choose wine bottles closed with plastic or aluminum, but the truth is that the traditional cork stoppers are by far the best option. The superiority of alternate closures like aluminum screw caps or plastic ...read more

Jet-black cocktails juiced with activated charcoal are the coolest new beverages at trendsetting bars across the country. With a dark and mysterious appeal, charcoal cocktails are perfect for Halloween season – and they’re surprisingly healthy. Discover what activated charcoal ...read more

Move over Friday and Saturday night cocktails because boozy brunches and weekend day drinking are more popular than ever. Late morning and sunny afternoon gatherings with friends are perfect to enjoy a little down time sipping on these eight refreshing day drinking cocktails, ...read more

Although, we love Champagne (oh so much!), it certainly isn’t the only choice when it comes to refreshing and delicious bubbly goodness that sings out of the glass. It's important to know that sparkling wines aren’t second to Champagne. Au contraire! For the third year in the ...read more

Mezcal is tequila’s cooler, trendier cousin. Although both liquors are derived from the agave plant, that’s where their relationship ends. For the health and wellness conscious, mezcal may even be a cleaner sip. Here’s everything you need to know about the south-of-the-border ...read more

Summer is all about letting loose, relaxing, and enjoying the light, sweet, and invigorating tastes that mimic the season's vibes. And if you can get a bit buzzed along the way, even better, right? These summer cocktails aren't just your average chilled-down alcoholic beverages; ...read more

Ah, finally it's summer! Which is the perfect time to pop open a bottle of your favorite rosé. But with so many varietals, how do you choose? Do you prefer a fruity, savory, floral, or elegant rosé? Perhaps, one with a touch of minerality? If you're not sure about your rosé ...read more

Setting up a speakeasy bar just requires a few simple ingredients – and a secret password, of course. Cocktails during the Prohibition era featured plenty of fruit juices and sweeteners to mask the harsh bite of spirits, which were often illegally made. Poor-quality, homemade ...read more