cocktails

Your cocktail order reveals a lot about your personality, be it classic, adventurous, or boring; Be careful what you ask for.

Best Wine Cocktails
When people think of cocktails, you may think of tequila, whiskey, or vodka... but wine, though one of the most popular drinks around, is not something many think will work in a cocktail.
By Miranda O'Conner9 years ago in Proof
Things You Didn't Know About Vodka
With a history potentially dating back to the 8th century, there are probably quite a few interesting things you didn't know about vodka. Vodka and some of its most famous producers like Absolut, Smirnoff, Grey Goose, bring back fond memories, or sometimes lack thereof, for many of us.
By Sophie Heller9 years ago in Proof
History of the Moscow Mule
The history of alcohol and drinking goes back as far as recorded history, and likely beyond. If there is a substance more intertwined with humanity beyond water and air than booze I can't think of it as I write this. There are simply few things humans do more often, in more ways, more universally and more consistently across cultures, generations and social/economic status than consume alcohol.
By Gary Ayd9 years ago in Proof
Bourbon Made Easy
Coming at this article with the perspective of predominately a beer drinker, I hope to provide a basic overview of some simple yet enjoyable drinks that involve bourbon. As someone who doesn't drink that much of it, I can say that I've alway appreciated this particular drink because of it's visual sophistication, the exacting process it takes to make and the fact that unlike nearly everything else in our society now that is a mile a minute, making and even enjoying bourbon takes time, patience, diligence and a long-term vision.
By Gary Ayd9 years ago in Proof
Best Cocktails For Candy Lovers
Candy is dandy but liquor is quicker - so why not consolidate? Today's bar scene is one that is filled with drinks that suit every single palate, and one of the older genres of mixology that's making a comeback is the candy-flavored cocktail genre. Some may even say that this genre never really left, simply because it's perennially popular.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart9 years ago in Proof
11 Spicy Alcoholic Drinks to Set Your Mouth on Fire
Alcoholic drinks are the ideal way to turn a dull evening into something exciting–and, so, if one wishes to spice up their life with a drink, why not make it a spicy alcoholic drink? Whether it's a cocktail or a store-bought bottle, there are numerous beverages infused with spice with which you can make a great night all the more perfect, or simply heat yourself up after a chilly evening outside.
By Anthony Gramuglia9 years ago in Proof
What to Do When You’re the Only One Not Drinking
I hate being the only one not drinking. I hate the awkward silences and muffled whispers when you announce your sobriety for the night and people awkwardly start to shuffle away from you. I mean, you would want to distance yourself from a weirdo too right? That’s exactly how my thought process used to be... Until I actually tried being the only one not drinking.
By Aaliyah Williams9 years ago in Proof
Refreshing Summer Vodka and Gin Cocktails
Considering how many different cocktails and mixed drinks there are, and the number and variety of new concoctions that are created every year, it's surprising to discover that two of the most popular drinks are still gin & tonic and vodka & tonic. Not far behind are two famous vodka based drinks--the Bloody Mary and the Screwdriver. And climbing back up on the charts is the most famous cocktail of them all, the Martini, made with either gin or vodka.
By Anthony Gramuglia9 years ago in Proof
What Makes a Manhattan a Manhattan?
There are approximately 12 million Google results for "Manhattan recipe." Every major food website and cocktail blog offers their take, and each of these recipes is ever so slightly different.
By Connor Saparoff Ferguson9 years ago in Proof
How the Swizzle Stick Made a Comeback
Swizzle sticks may appear to be a bit of a relic from the 70s, but, in recent years, have made something of a comeback thanks to old-school nostalgia. Nostalgia tends to bring a lot of antiquated or outdated material back to the mainstream. It brought vinyl back from the grave, after all.
By Ray Shikinami9 years ago in Proof
10 Hilariously Creative Cocktail Books
It sometimes feels, after you've mixed a few drinks, that no one is creative anymore when asking for special cocktails. White Russian. Manhattan. Screw-driver. Long island ice tea. Every recipe is the same. Every one of them, snatched up from the same reprinted volume of classic drinks. Everyone knows what they are, so is there any point really getting creative when everyone drinks the same thing?
By Miranda O'Conner9 years ago in Proof
Hacking Cheap Liquor
Nobody wants to drink from the bargain bin. Cheap liquor leaves a bad taste, ruins mixed drinks, and is a quick way to dampen the good vibes at a party. So, what if there was a way to turn that value-brand booze into something fit for royalty? Sound too good to be true? Behold, the magic of refiltering...
By Brent Smith9 years ago in Proof