Drinks

First: Make a margarita

Why Southern drinking vinegars have become something to sip about, both on their own and in cocktails

The Listening Room in Nashville brings back live music and hot drinks to warm up Music City

Julia Bainbridge, the author of a new drinks book, talks brine, Atlanta and Nashville spots, and why your bartender might know more than Instagram does

For total refreshment, combine citrus, bubbles, and your favorite pickle brine—just trust us

From sippers to punches, here’s how to make the most of the popular spirit

Tip back a taste of Louisiana

Small-batch Southern vodkas step up to the palate

A seasonal cocktail inspired by a classic Southern dessert

Plus, the tastemakers India Hicks and David Flint Wood share refreshing hospitality ideas in a beautiful new book

Tye Harrison of Asheville’s Benne on Eagle makes the most of a humble leftover

A trailblazing Southern sommelier picks her favorite “crushable” chilled wines in red, white, and rosé

A surprising key ingredient returns the original mint julep to its roots

Our virtual happy hour series features four guest hosts and four summertime cocktails made with Blade and Bow bourbon

Need your caffeine fix to come to you? This state-by-state guide has you covered

America’s native spirit flows along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, where back roads lead to new discoveries.

Three Kentucky entrepreneurs introduce a booze-free mixer for your bourbon cocktails

Louisville’s High Horse doesn’t take its cocktails too seriously, as this big-batch spin on the modern classic makes clear

A sparkling take on an island classic.

With an assist from master distiller Marianne Eaves, a group of golf pals bets on a new bourbon