There’s an effortless elegance associated with all things French. Even the simplest item, like the lemonade or “pressé” served in French cafés, is made to order using fresh-pressed lemons, water and sugar. According to master mixologist Nick Mautone, cocktails inspired by the classic French beverage make the perfect summer drink. “They’re easy ... More

There are plenty of ways to celebrate the fact that it’s finally summer, but one of the most enjoyable is by popping a limited-edition bottle of Chandon American Summer. The California sparkling wine, now in its 40th year, is celebrating summer with the release of a nautical-inspired red, ... More

As the weather warms up, the best cocktails get lighter and more refreshing. One way to mix a drink to beat the heat is to add the invigorating taste of citrus fruit. Another is to give your cocktail a jolt of something bitter. At the Lambs ... More

Cinco de Mayo is for celebrating, and you're probably doing so with tequila. But in case you don't consider yourself an expert on the spirit du jour, look no further than Milagro Tequila's ambassador, Gaston Martinez. The ... More

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When it comes to wine, the future is sparkling. Well, at least as far as a trio of Italian entrepreneurs is concerned. "A year and a half ago, we decided prosecco—the wine we've been drinking since we were kids—was lacking attention," Gian Luca Passi, one of the founders of ... More

Fusty wine traditionalists bemoaning the advent of the screw-cap era can stick a cork in it. While the debate over bottles being sealed with a cork or a screw cap continues among graying lovers of the grape, a 10-year case study, completed by the Australian Wine Research Institute, has already ... More