A Blast from the Thug Life Past of the Bees Knee's Cocktail

What began as a clever way to mask bathtub moonshine is now a delicious souvenir of Prohibition.

by Logan R. Brouse, 15 June 2018

The Historical Roots of the Mighty Mint Julep

The right way to make, hold and sip this classic drink from the American South.

by Logan R. Brouse, 25 April 2018

A Brief History of the Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary and the story of the construction worker who danced.

by Logan R. Brouse, 18 March 2018

Sorry, but Fake Alcohol in China is Mostly a Myth

Just like gender, fake alcohol is a social construct... for the most part. Here's why.

by Logan R. Brouse, 01 February 2018

Which Cocktails Have the Most (and Least) Calories?

The answers ain't pretty.

by Logan R. Brouse, 22 January 2018

5 Bartender-Approved Hangover Cures

Disclaimer: we said bartender-approved, not doctor-approved.

by Logan R. Brouse, 20 December 2017

Why Do Humans Around the World Say Cheers?

The ancient origins of cheersing over booze.

by Logan R. Brouse, 07 November 2017

Ernest Hemingway's Guide to Tense, Haunting Hangovers

Hemingway's own daiquiri is a glassful of garbage, but the subsequent, reworked drink is a masterpiece.

by Logan R. Brouse, 19 October 2017

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