A swanky, chic cocktail bar will always be timeless — and (almost) always expensive. Especially in metropolitan environments, '20s-inspired speakeasies, piano bars, and modernized hip spots offer ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jillian Dara is a freelance journalist covering wine and spirits. Over the years, green cocktails and green beers have become ...

Talk about a drink with staying power. The history of martinis is hotly debated, but versions of it first appeared in cocktail books in the late 1800s. The cocktail has evolved over time, garnished ...

Shrimp cocktail may seem like an especially simple dish, but making a really good shrimp cocktail can be a lot trickier than it seems. In fact, there are many mistakes that home cooks frequently make ...

It's mint julep time again. As Kentucky Derby spectators gather at Churchill Downs for the 151st Run for the Roses on Saturday, those hosting watch parties at home are likely to treat their guests to ...

The difference between a good cocktail and a bad cocktail can often come down to ratios. Balancing different spirits, syrups, and mixers is what will distinguish a superb drink with nuanced flavors ...

All it takes to get a sense of master bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana's record-breaking mixology resume is landing on the homepage of his painstakingly curated website, a two-decade-spanning list of ...