” /> A home bar can turn any part of your house into a comfortable space for relaxing, entertaining guests, and enjoying time with family and friends. Whether you want to create your own home bar with a modern setup, a cozy rustic design, or a full game room experience, careful planning can help you…
This Blueberry Mojito is fresh, fruity, and easy to make in just 5 minutes. It has the classic mojito mix of white rum, lime, mint, sugar, and club soda, with juicy blueberries added for extra flavor and color. It’s a great warm-weather cocktail for barbecues or cookouts, pool days, brunch, or any time you want…
Ascot Old Fashioned INGREDIENTS 1.5 oz Pink Peppercorn Gooderham & Worts Whisky** .5 oz Amaro Cynar .25 oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur .25 oz Jolly Cut Simple Syrup 2 dashes B18 Chai Bitters 4 drops Ms. Better’s Smoke & Oak Bitters METHOD Add all ingredients to a mixing glass, stir with ice, strain over large clear…
Lambrusco photo credit Depositphotos Over the past few years, the battle to get bubbles out of the celebration ghetto has finally been won. U.S. consumers are at last open to drinking sparkling wines with myriad foods and seem to truly understand what a great pairing they can be for so many dishes and occasions. Combine…
May 29 2026 Backyard parties tend to feel different once the sun goes down. Conversations become more relaxed, lighting changes the atmosphere, and outdoor spaces often feel more comfortable after daytime heat fades away. Because of this, late-night gatherings usually depend less on packed schedules and more on creating an environment where people naturally want…
You Had Me at Hello INGREDIENTS 1.5 oz Roasted Pineapple Infused El Gobernador Pisco.5 oz Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur.75 oz Jolly Cut Simple Syrup.5 oz Lemon Juice.5 oz Lime Juice3 drops Ms. Better’s Pineapple Star Anise Bitters2 dashes Amargo Chuncho Bitters1 full dropper Ms. Better’s Bitters Miraculous Foamer METHOD Add all ingredients to shaker…
May 28 2026 Backyard gatherings have changed significantly over the last several years. Many people no longer want outdoor spaces designed only for large parties or occasional celebrations. Instead, homeowners increasingly prioritize environments that feel calmer, more private, and more comfortable for smaller social evenings with close friends or partners. Cocktail nights especially tend to…
The Mojito Diablo mixes tequila with creme de cassis, mint, lime, brown sugar and 7-Up. The resulting taste is a mint-lime-berry fusion with an underlying richness from the brown sugar. This drink is a great alternative to the traditional Mojito. The mint and lime of a Mojito can be a sharp contrast, and the touch…
Miami, FL – May 14, 2026 – Medium Cool Miami keeping it Cool three years in — Proud to call Miami Beach home, built by Miami for Miami by a crew of seasoned hospitality veterans. A space that cares about live music, craft cocktails, Miami curated DJ’s and genuine hospitality, Medium Cool is humbled to…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is a New England-based food, wine and spirits, and travel writer. Her byline can be found in US News, Insider, Parade Magazine, the Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Classic Boat, Travel Awaits, TripSavvy, the Hartford Courant and numerous national and international publications. She’s traveled to destinations far and wide,…
