Freelance writer specializing in wine, spirits, food and travel. CMS Certified Sommelier.
America’s Hardest Working Still: The Distillation Process Behind Jim Beam [Infographic]
As the No. 1 best-selling bourbon brand in the world, Jim Beam is a name that’s recognized by just about any whiskey drinker.
Le Creuset's New Arrivals Make the Perfect Gifts, and Many Are Already on Sale
Whether you’re searching for the perfect gifts for loved ones or looking for upgrades to better prepare for the holiday party rush, Le Creuset’s new collection has arrived just in time to usher in the season of merrymaking.
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s Your Go-To Bargain Rosé?
It’s the time of the year when cravings for backyard barbecues and fresh produce are on everyone’s mind.
I’m a Certified Sommelier, and I Found the Best Cocktail Glasses at Amazon From $3 Apiece
If you're always searching for unique and affordable updates to your bar cart, look no further.
We Asked 18 Sommeliers: What Chardonnay Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)
Often celebrated as a chameleon for its adaptability depending on terroir and winemaking style, Chardonnay produces some of the most beautiful and coveted wines in the world.
We Asked 18 Bartenders: What’s One Drink That Should Be Retired From Cocktail Menus? (2024)
Cocktail trends come and go. And while some tried-and-true classics never go out of fashion, there are others that have become so overexposed that they lose their luster — or just drive bartenders bananas when ordered.
We Asked 23 Bartenders: What’s the Best Mezcal for Margaritas?
With a crisp chill in the air heralding the change in seasons, thoughts turn to cocktails that evoke the flavors of fall.
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s Your Go-To Summer Wine?
One of the joys of summertime is finding the perfect wine to pair with the season’s variety of outdoor activities.
We Asked 25 Bartenders: What’s the Best Bourbon for Mixing Cocktails?
Americans adore bourbon. Thankfully, it’s truly a great time to be a bourbon drinker, and the selection at your local bottle shop likely reflects this growing demand.
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Wine Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2024)
Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating.
We Asked 25 Bartenders: What’s the Best Scotch for Cocktails?
While perfect when sipped on its own, Scotch makes an excellent cocktail base that’s nuanced, complex, and worth the effort no matter the season.
We Asked 17 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Supermarket Wine?
Sometimes the convenience of a one-stop grocery haul for dinner and a bottle of wine can be too hard to pass up.
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Burgundy Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)
Beloved for producing alluring, terroir-based Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, historic Burgundy has bewitched the beverage world for centuries.
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Wine? (2024)
If you drink wine on a regular basis, chances are you have a go-to glass or grape you gravitate to on menus or your local shop.
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What Red Wine Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?
Despite the huge variety of wine available in the U.S. market, picking out a bottle worthy of its price when you’re in the mood for red can be tricky.