Cocktails

Growing fresh tomatoes? Try this sweet-and-savory take on a dirty martini.

A balanced and refreshing cocktail from Mexico City 

Chef Vivek Surti’s spiked riff on Nashville’s beloved juicy drink

In his New Orleans bar, Jeff Berry riffs on the century-old Dr. Funk using hometown flavors

From candlelit cocktail salons to breezy rooftop bars, one of the Charleston area’s best-kept secrets is that some of the finest watering holes are actually within the region’s hotels. With so many places worthy of raising a glass, consider this your spirited guide to where to sip and stay across the Lowcountry.

The South’s most exciting bar scenes are shaking up tradition, one perfectly crafted drink at a time

Fresh raspberries meet whiskey and mezcal in this refreshing summer sipper, from a cocktail compendium that pays tribute to South Carolina mixologists

Early revelers adored this cloud-like dessert beverage—a simple recipe that still feels festive today

A refreshing and easily batchable bourbon cocktail fit for warm weather

Inventive mixology and Southern energy combine to make Birmingham, Alabama, one of the region’s most compelling cocktail cities

From scratch-made cocktails to Michelin-recognized dining, Alabama’s Port City is an unexpected culinary destination

Across five Upstate counties in South Carolina, the Old 96 District is serving up a spirited new scene full of local character

Columbia, South Carolina, is where to go for buzzing bars and easy hospitality

The Horse Capital of the World is a cocktail capital too

“If I had to hang my hat on a cocktail for the rest of my career, this would be it,” says the Angel’s Envy global brand ambassador

From grilled favorites to ice-cold refreshments and crisp, seasonal salads, these recipes are perfect for sunny gatherings

The perfect tropical twist on a classic

Keep it peachy with the Fryeday I’m in Love

Cocktail hour with a kick, courtesy of fresh peppers

Shake up a classic with fresh, homemade raspberry syrup