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A Gift Guide for Every Kind of Drinker
From a sleek Martini mixer to eye-catching glassware, here are our top picks for the holiday season.
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- illustration: Lille Allen
The Best Rye for Manhattans, According to Bartenders
An updated guide to the best rye to mix into the classic, at every price point.
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- illustration: Nick Hensley
The Essential Guide to Batching and Freezing Cocktails
All of the necessary tips and tools to create exceptionally cold, on-demand Martinis, Negronis and more.
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- photo: Lizzie Munro
Five Recipes From the Best New Bars of 2024
The must-try cocktails from top newcomers across the country, from a two-ingredient rye cocktail to a hazelnut Espresso Martini—plus a beloved classic from an industry icon.
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- photo: Nicola Parisi
The Best New Bars of 2024
Five standouts, and one industry icon.
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- photo: Cleveland Jennings
The Best Bottles to Gift This Holiday Season
A terroir-driven Scotch, an under-the-radar rye, Iran's "forbidden spirit" and more.
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- photo: Lille Allen
A Boulevardier for Every Mood
From a Braulio-spiked spin to a "Bananavardier" and beyond.
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- photo: Lizzie Munro
The Cocktail Syrups You Actually Need This Season
From a sherry-honey syrup to Guinness caramel, these easy DIY sweeteners add an extra festive twist to your rotation.
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- photo: Lizzie Munro
The Best Bourbon Under $50
Amid the boom of high-end bourbon, there are still plenty of affordable options worth seeking out. Here are the ones to look for.
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- photo: Lizzie Munro
Stick Your Sazerac in the Freezer
Bars across the country are batching and chilling the NOLA classic. Here’s how to do it at home.
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- photo: Gab Bonghi