Slideshow

Slide Show: MAKERS Anniversary Event

08/30/2013

Klassy Affairs

So You Absolutely, Positively Must Do Shots on Thanksgiving Eve?

There's something about the night before Thanksgiving that makes many of us resort to the drinking habits of our youth. Here, some shots that will leave you with a shred of dignity (and a pounding hangover) come Thursday.

11/20/2012 By Brian Colella

Booze Books

Barman Andrew Bohrer's New Book: The Best Shots You've Never Tried

"Much like trying to be cool is the least cool, avoiding douche-dom at all costs is douchey."

10/01/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Wine Wednesday

Gin, Pastis and Dead French People

Even more friendly competition ensues when winemakers start making up cocktails.

06/27/2012 By Julie H. Case

Cocktail Cartography

Jason Stratton’s Signature Drink: The Pink Hook

A drink made with real maraschino, which originated in Croatia and has nothing to do with those dubious, red-goo cherries.

04/17/2012 By Andrew Bohrer

Cocktail Cartography

James MacWilliams’s Signature Drink: The French 75

This epic version of a pedestrian classic costs $100; you should try it at least once in your life.

03/22/2012 By Andrew Bohrer

Pub Life

The Nonamateur’s Guide to Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day

Despite what alluring advertisements of green-clad busty lassies would tell you, March 17 should be more about celebrating pub life than getting hammered.

03/08/2012 By Andrew Bohrer