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Clam Juice: The Secret Ingredient for Better Bloody Caesars and Savory Cocktails

Clam Juice Drinks: The Best Bloody Caesar Recipes with Stu's   If you've never tried clam juice in your drinks, you're missing out. These savory cocktails are way better than sweet, fruity drink...

Best Non Alcoholic Whiskey & Bourbon: Zero Proof Alternatives Worth Trying

Non Alcoholic Whiskey   Non-alcoholic whiskey and bourbon aren't about skipping alcohol or checking a box. They're about keeping the ritual. The glassware. The ice. The slow pour. The moment wh...

Does Tonic Water Have Sugar? Nutrition, and Health Facts

Does Tonic Water Contain Sugar?   Tonic water has always been about balance. Bitter quinine. Bright citrus. A touch of sweetness to hold it all together. But somewhere along the way, most tonic ...

How to Can Tomato Juice: Canning Tomato Juice Recipes and Tips

Canning Tomato Juice   Canning tomato juice at home gives you something store-bought never will: control. Control over the tomatoes you use, the thickness you want, and the flavor you build fro...

Holiday Drink Recipes: 15 Easy Cocktails and Mocktails for Hosting

Easy Holiday Drink Recipes   The holiday season isn't about being stuck behind the bar, it's about being present with the people who matter. The best holiday drink is the one that lets you stay...

The 9 Best Infused Vodka Recipes for Bloody Marys

The Best Infused Vodka Recipes   Because brunch deserves more than plain vodka. We all love a good Bloody Mary. But here's the truth: plain vodka is kind of boring. Sure, it gets the job done, b...

Book Club Food Ideas: Snacks, Drinks, and Hosting Tips

Book Club Food Ideas:   Book clubs aren't what they used to be. Gone are the days of a few dusty paperbacks, a bottle of grocery-store Merlot, and crackers with cubed cheddar. Today's book clubs...

Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs: The Brunch Appetizer That Steals the Show

Bloody Mary ingredients obviously make the best cocktail, but they make for delicious food too. I love experimenting with classic recipes and adding my own unique twist to the Bloody Mary flavor. O...

What Is Tonic Syrup? The Shortcut to Better Drinks

What Is Tonic Syrup?   Tonic syrup is tonic water minus the water. That's it. A concentrated syrup made from botanicals, citrus, sweetener, and (usually) quinine. Mix it with sparkling water to ...

Non Alcoholic Aperol Spritz: Three Ways to Make It

Non Alcoholic Aperol Spritz   The Aperol spritz isn't just a drink. It's a signal. That orange glow in a wide-rimmed glass says the evening has officially begun. You're not going anywhere. Whoev...