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Liquor Myths That Just Won't Die
Have you ever wondered whether or not absinthe is actually hallucinogenic? Or whether Jameson is really only ordered by Catholic drinkers and Bushmills by Protestants?
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The Five Biggest Bourbon Myths
Have questions about American whiskey? We clear up some of the most common misconceptions about the historic spirit.
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How to Day-Drink
It seems like summer just began, but now even Labor Day has passed. Where did the time go?
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Homemade Ready-to-Drink Cocktails
Learn how to make bottled cocktails with these three easy and delicious drink recipes.
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Our 7 Favorite Movie & TV Cocktails
<p> Who can forget James Bond's "shaken, not stirred" <a rel="nofollow" href="http://liquor.com/recipes/dry-martini/?utm_source=shine&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_campaign=movietv">Martini</a>, Don Draper's trusty <a rel="nofollow" href="http://liquor.com/recipes/old-fashioned?utm_source=shine&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_campaign=movietv">Old Fashioned</a> or Carrie Bradshaw's fruity <a rel="nofollow" href="http://liquor.com/recipes/cosmopolitan?utm_source=shine&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_campaign=movietv">Cosmo</a>? </p> <p> An onscreen cocktail may be not only memorable, but also a key part of a character's identity. (Just try imaging <i>The Big Lebowski</i>'s The Dude sipping something other than a <a rel="nofollow" href="http://liquor.com/recipes/white-russian?utm_source=shine&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_campaign=movietv">White Russian</a>. It doesn't work.) So, it should come as no surprise that some of the most famous and popular drinks in mixological history are tied to a fictional character. </p> <p> We watched a range of TV shows and movies to come up with our list of the seven top on-screen drinkers and their signature tipples. So turn on the TV (or pull up YouTube or Netflix) and mix up some drinks-it's the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon. Cheers! </p>
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7 Frozen Drinks for Summer
<p> When it's hot out (as in fry-an-egg-on-the-street hot), nothing feels as good as sipping a frozen cocktail. </p> <p> And fortunately, top bartenders around the country are making delicious icy concoctions. All-star bartender and Liquor.com advisory board member <a rel="nofollow" href="http://liquor.com/about/team?utm_source=shine&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_campaign=frozen#ford">Simon Ford</a> convinced us of their value (and quality) a few years ago with his passionate <a rel="nofollow" href="http://liquor.com/articles/in-defense-of-blender-cocktails/?utm_source=shine&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_campaign=frozen">defense of blender drinks</a>. </p> <p> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://liquor.com/articles/5-tips-blender-drinks/?utm_source=shine&utm_medium=slideshow&utm_campaign=frozen">Made correctly</a>, a frozen tipple can make a scorching summer day not only bearable but actually enjoyable. So dig out your blender and whip up one of these seven slushy (and boozy) treats! You'll be glad you did. </p>
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The Five Biggest Vodka Myths
While vodka is usually associated with Russia and other Eastern European countries, it's actually America's favorite spirit. (We drink more vodka than gin, rum, tequila and cognac combined.) But despite its popularity, it's still pretty misunderstood. To clear up some common misconceptions, we asked Tony Abou-Ganim, an all-star bartender and author of the recently published Vodka Distilled, for help. Here are the five most common myths he hears, along with the truth. Cheers!
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Piña Colada Recipe
The Piña Colada is a classic tropical cocktail with rum, pineaple and coconut milk. This classic recipe will transport you to paradise. In honor of National Piña Colada Day, here's our simple recipe. Getting caught in the rain is not required. INGREDIENTS: 1.5 oz Light or gold rum 2 oz Coconut milk 2 oz Pineapple juice Garnish: Cherry and pineapple wedge Glass: Hurricane PREPARATION: Add all the ingredients to a shaker and fill with ice. Shake, and strain into a Hurricane glass. (You may also blend all the ingredients with crushed ice instead.) Garnish with a cherry and a pineapple wedge. ...