Worried About Calories, But Still Want to Drink? Don’t Be! Here’s a fun fact for you: a chocolate martini is estimated to have 460 calories, while the Southwestern Grilled Chicken Sandwich from McDonalds is estimated at 360 calories, which makes for 100 calorie difference. To break it down even more, fat, protein, carbohydrates and alcohol … Read more
The most common way to celebrate is with a cocktail in your hand. Beer, wine, and champagne are very traditional go-to drinks, but can get a bit boring. Hard alcohol may seem intimidating, but can be a great-tasting, low-calorie alternative. This guide will help you navigate those waters and find the perfect drink for you! … Read more
Gin has been around for a long time, giving the bartenders of the world opportunities to create many exciting cocktails. Gin has changed and evolved throughout history, gradually becoming the drink we know today. The name gin has evolved from a Dutch word genever – a name for the juniper-flavoured alcohol drink originating from Netherlands … Read more
Vodka has become the go-to drink for a lot of people. Vodka is iconically Russian, though few brands are actually from Russia, even if they borrow from Russian imagery for their logo, name, or have faux-Cyrillic lettering. The best Russian vodka will be largely odorless and tasteless but will be pretty smooth going down. If … Read more
Alcohol is the elixir of the elite, the drink of the gods, the beverage to relax with after a day of working. It is also the cause for the worst possible feeling in the morning, a hangover. When you decide to overindulge at happy hour with the 4 for 1 drink specials you may find … Read more
Whatever the time of year, there’s always room for a delicious variety of berry liqueurs in your drinks cabinet. They can be used in many different ways, either on their own, or mixed with anything from tonic water, wine and even other liqueurs to make flavoursome cocktails. Here are 6 of the best, with some … Read more
When it comes to wine, I am sure I am not the only one who associates it with the phrase “nectar of the gods.” Wine is one of those things you come across in life and just wonder, what exactly was the first person thinking when they decided to drink “rotten” grapes? But then you … Read more
Liquor and liqueur are two words you’ll find in abundance at your local liquor store and in plenty of cocktail recipes. Are they just different spellings, like color and colour? Most people in the United States and Canada pronounce them the same, so it’s easy to think the only difference is the spelling. However, that’s … Read more
Connoisseurs and cognoscenti of spirits agree that vodka is a crystal clear, colorless, and odorless spirit that is consumed extensively in Russia, Poland, Norway, Ukraine, Belarus, Latvia, Estonia, Czech Republic, Finland, and Iceland. Vodka in the US is regarded as a spirit that is devoid of aroma, distinguishing flavor, and character. Though vodka is consumed … Read more
THE VODKA OF JAPAN? TRUE FACTS ABOUT SHOCHU Shochu is not a widely popular drink outside of Japan, but within the country it is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages available, even when compared to Sake. While Shochu has the nickname the “vodka of Japan”, you shouldn’t be misled into thinking that it is … Read more
EASTERN EUROPE’S PLUM SPIRIT, SLIVOVITZ Many countries in Eastern Europe are known for their strong alcohol drinks, but one of the traditional drinks in many countries that is enjoyed beyond Eastern Europe is Slivovitz. While it’s not by any means a high quality spirit, you can find enjoyment out of sipping it slowly or mixing … Read more
FORTIFIED MADEIRA WINE Madeira has a long and rich history as a fortified Portuguese wine from the island of the same name. This wine has been made since around the 1500s with only a few changes to the process from then up until now. In the beginning it was not a fortified wine, but since … Read more