Cocktails

A sparkling take on an island classic.

Moonshine has moved out of the jug and into the jar, but it still packs a punch

In the Virginia foothills, Old World and New unite in a bottle of single malt

Get to know an overlooked classic drink

Jägermeister returns, newly respectable

This effervescent vodka, lemon, and basil cocktail comes straight out of the Mississippi Delta

Barbecue meets its perfect match in this blend of mezcal and amaro

A hint of spice underpins this refreshing gin concoction from Asheville’s Benne on Eagle

Think of this refreshing sipper from Atlanta’s Minero as an agua fresca with a vodka kick

Mississippi-made Cathead honeysuckle vodka gives this sweet-and-sour cocktail from Chattanooga’s Easy Bistro & Bar serious appeal

A distillery known for moonshine makes a rye that really rocks

This cross between a mint julep and a whiskey sour just might be your new favorite cocktail

A celebratory sipper from Joe Stinchcomb of Saint Leo Lounge in Oxford, Mississippi

Curious about amaro but not quite ready to sip it straight? Consider the Empire State of Mind from Oxford, Mississippi’s Saint Leo your on-ramp

Leading up to the Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports, celebrate Mint Julep Month with Garden & Gun and Maker’s Mark

Hosts in New Orleans serve this festive batch cocktail during parade watch parties

A liqueur with Spanish roots makes for a favorite Mardi Gras drink

The morning sipper of choice in New Orleans, with your pick of bourbon or brandy

Stylish new tools to raise the bar at home

A New Orleans barman crafts the perfect cocktail for bereft Saints fans