Manhattans in a coupe glass with decanter - Annabelle Breakey/Getty Images Making cocktails is almost as much fun as drinking them. Whether you're following a classic recipe or trying your hand at ...

After years of maximalist food and beverage trends, many bartenders are starting to embrace minimalism. And no, it’s not just the pointed rejection of the unnecessary for the sake of simplicity — it’s ...

Consider the martini’s olives, the Gibson’s onion, the Manhattan’s cherry or the julep’s particularly lavish mint bouquet. Each of these cocktails, and many others, would not be complete without their ...

When crafting an old fashioned, the whiskey you use (whether bourbon or rye whiskey), the sugar, the Angostura bitters, and the water are all important to the overall flavor profile of the drink. But ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. No home bar is complete without a collection of cocktail garnishes. While not a must, garnishes are the finishing touch every drink needs to ...

Fresh garnishes are easy to make at home with just a kitchen knife and a vegetable peeler. Fresh ingredients work best for garnishes because they provide the best possible color, flavor and aroma. The ...

Upgrade your garnishes with tips from bartenders around the country to make your cocktails stand out at parties this season. “A garnish needs to enhance the drinking experience,” says Ian Alexander, ...