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4 Ways Beginners Can Easily Identify Quality Whiskey

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:03:00 +0000

One doesn't become a whiskey connoisseur overnight; there are many aspects to master, like knowing how to spot a good bottle. Here's what to look for!

Does Setting A Cocktail On Fire Make It Taste Better?

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:03:00 +0000

If you've ever been in the presence of a flaming cocktail, you already know about the oohs and aahs it inspires. This is what it can do to a drink's taste.

This 2-Ingredient Cocktail Was Frank Sinatra's Go-To

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:03:00 +0000

The late singer might have been buried with a bottle of Jack Daniel's, but his favorite cocktail is named after something you don't want to step on.

What's The Top-Selling Vodka In The US?

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:03:00 +0000

If you guessed that Smirnoff is the leading vodka in the U.S., you're wrong. That brand was surpassed all the way back in 2019 by this company.

For The Smoothest Whiskey Sour You'll Ever Sip, Follow The 3-2-1 Ratio

staff@mashed.com (Nick Pisano) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:03:00 +0000

The best cocktails have well-balanced flavors, and for classic drinks like a whiskey sour, getting the flavor right is easy when you follow this mixology rule.

Maker's Mark Is Reviving A Whisky It Rarely Ever Makes

staff@mashed.com (Stacie Adams) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:40:39 +0000

Fans of Maker's Mark will be interested to learn that the brand is re-releasing a rare whisky from 2025, but when will it hit shelves, and where?

Turn Your Mason Jar Into A Reusable Water Bottle

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:03:00 +0000

Learn tips and tricks for how you can easily turn a jar into a trendy DIY water bottle that'll have friends saying, "Where did you get that?"

How Many Beers Are Equivalent To One Bottle Of Wine?

staff@mashed.com (Nick Pisano) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:03:00 +0000

Trying to determine how many beers equal a wine bottle isn't entirely straightforward. The exact amount will depend on such factors as ABV and packaging.

Simple, Fancy, And Familiar — The Cocktail Jacques Pépin Keeps In Rotation

staff@mashed.com (Stephanie Maida) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:03:00 +0000

Jacques Pépin knows how to make magic in a glass. For instance, he puts a tasty twist on this classic cocktail by changing ingredient ratios.

4 Differences Between Single Malt & Blended Whiskey

staff@mashed.com (Dhruv Trivedi) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Whiskey can take on a different flavor and appearance depending on where it was distilled. Similar contrasts exist between single malt and blended varieties.

Lowland Vs Highland Scotch: How Do These Whisky Types Compare?

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:03:00 +0000

Scotch is one of the world's most nuanced whiskies, but geographical variance is only part of what makes Lowland and Highland spirits different from each other.

The Daiquiri Ernest Hemingway Allegedly Drank 16 Of In One Night

staff@mashed.com (Sean Pagnotti) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:03:00 +0000

Author Ernest Hemingway loved a good, strong daiquiri. His rum-heavy variation even got its own name thanks to a bartender at one of his Havana haunts.

The Old-School Cocktail The Rat Pack Loved

staff@mashed.com (Erica Martinez) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:03:00 +0000

These celebs are credited with popularizing this drink in the '60s. Hint: It's named after something you don't want to step on - no tetanus required!

Why Sammy Davis Jr Is Linked To Japanese Whisky

staff@mashed.com (Stacie Adams) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:03:00 +0000

Legendary performer and Rat Pack member Sammy Davis Jr. loved a good whisky highball cocktail, and this paid dividends in the advertising department.

Hot Or Cold Water: What's Best For Brewing Coffee?

staff@mashed.com (Avery Tomaso) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:03:00 +0000

There are many factors to consider when making a cup of joe. Among the most important of these is the temperature of the water used to extract the flavor.

The Strict Way Frank Sinatra Requested His Martinis

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:03:00 +0000

In the age of big band and swing, Frank Sinatra was as cool and smooth as a guy could get, and the way he requested his martinis was no different.

Why Abraham Lincoln Steered Clear Of Alcohol

staff@mashed.com (Lilee Williams) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:03:00 +0000

Plenty of past presidents had favorite alcoholic beverages, but Abraham Lincoln preferred to abstain, and his reasoning was surprisingly simple.

Who Makes Costco's Kirkland Signature Green Tea?

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0000

It's long been rumored that Kirkland Signature products are manufactured by various well-known name brands. Is Costco's popular green tea one of them?

What Is The Best-Selling Rum In The World?

staff@mashed.com (Fiona Taylor) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:03:00 +0000

While you may immediately think of Bacardi or Captain Morgan when it comes to best-selling rums, the real winner comes from a Philippines-based distillery.

The Mexican Liquor That's Become A Serious Tequila Rival

staff@mashed.com (Nick Pisano) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:03:00 +0000

Tequila isn't the only Mexican liquor that can give your cocktails an earthy boost. This lesser-known variety is gaining traction in the U.S. spirit world.