Drinks

A Virginia entertaining guru reimagines an old English classic sipper that tastes like “Christmas in a glass”

Seasonal sips to pair with cooking or the main event

Using Hot Springs mineral water and Stuttgart rice, a new sake brewery is making waves in the Natural State

Mixologists play mad scientist with these spooky recipes

Yo, ho, ho, and a Belizean bottle of eco-friendly rum. Plus: a tropical, punchy cocktail recipe

Shake up a bourbon classic

A few thoughts—and some science—on the proper care and handling of good bourbon

The queen of country music’s margarita of choice is almost too pretty to drink

A fatherly wisdom–inspired cocktail that chooses not to choose

Tons of ideas from chefs, Southerners, and a few Europeans for easy-sipping summer cocktails and wines

The young Augusta Distillery notched a huge win at this year’s prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and it’s helping to revitalize this small Kentucky river town

Try the Capote Cooler, aka AI on the rocks, for yourself

Three mixologist-crafted recipes that transform summer produce into an especially fresh cocktail hour

Southern bars infuse spirits with brisket, bacon, and more—and you can, too

Don’t forget the gin

A vineyard guide to Albemarle County

Set the stage for a summer party with chef Cheetie Kumar’s egg-and-herb dish with tomato chutney, spiced meatballs, and refreshing watermelon-cucumber cooler

Southern Soul Barbeque fires up a game-day spread, sharing recipes for wings slathered in Cheerwine sauce, a standout smoked fish dip, and a zingy Bulldog smash

A dive-bar favorite reimagined for the Southern breakfast table

A sweet Caribbean classic with a Georgia twist