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5 Cocktails To Make With Costco's Kirkland Signature Bourbon

staff@mashed.com (Greta Pano) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:03:00 +0000

Whiskey drinks can be classic, fruity, or slightly unexpected. Whatever cocktail strikes your fancy, Kirkland Signature bourbon is a worthy addition to the mix.

The Number Of Sake Shots It Typically Takes To Equal One Standard Beer

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:03:00 +0000

Headed out for a night of Japanese cuisine and drinks? We've got a little cheat sheet for you on how many sake shots equal one 12-ounce beer.

The Tasty Cocktail Family That Dates Back To The 1800s

staff@mashed.com (Crysta Coburn) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Some of your favorite mixed drinks - mai tais, cosmos, and margaritas, for instance - likely fall into this vintage cocktail classification.

This Refreshing Southern Beverage Deserves A Bourbon Upgrade

staff@mashed.com (Crysta Coburn) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:03:00 +0000

Sweet and spiked: This drink is synonymous with the South, and the perfect way to turn up the dial on it is by adding some bourbon. Learn how to make the drink!

Sandra Lee Shares Her Top Tips For Better Vodka Cocktails This Summer

staff@mashed.com (Lauren Corona) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:12:24 +0000

This is for anyone who wants to serve up beverages at their Fourth of July event. With Sandra Lee's summer vodka cocktail tips, you'll never have another dud.

For A Better Bourbon Experience Grab A Tiny Gadget You Might Already Own

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:03:00 +0000

Many experts say this makes a difference, depending on the bourbon. Either way, it's a good excuse to host a taste test to see what your friends prefer.

3 Ways Beginners Can Easily Identify Quality Gin (And What To Avoid)

staff@mashed.com (Alia Ali) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0000

Gin brings to mind earthy, botanical flavors, but how can a new gin drinker decipher what makes gin good and what to look for to find a favorite?

This 4-Ingredient Bourbon Cocktail Is Made For Summer Sipping

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0000

Looking for a refreshing cocktail to enjoy outdoors? Consider embracing this classic, effervescent whiskey drink for the warm-weather months.

Many Bartenders Hope You Never Order This Gross Type Of Shot

staff@mashed.com (Greta Pano) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:03:00 +0000

Revelers better have a strong stomach if they dare to order one of these queasiness-inducing shots that even mixologists consider unsettling.

An Expert's Trick Can Make Harsh Vodka Taste Better

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Not everything can improve the sting of cheap alcohol, but this hack should make it smoother and more palatable, especially if you're using it as a mixer.

This 2-Ingredient Bourbon Cocktail Has Been Around Since 1914

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0000

Since the early 1900s, this two-ingredient cocktail has been a go-to libation for bourbon lovers. It's simple to make and refreshing to drink.

Kentucky Coffee Is A Bourbon Cocktail That's Perfect For Brunch

staff@mashed.com (Nick Pisano) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Forget mimosas or bloody marys; coffee and bourbon lovers need to take their brunch up a notch by trying this tasty cocktail that's uniquely Kentucky.

A Quick Tip For Keeping Jell-O Shots From Sticking To Cups

staff@mashed.com (Nick Pisano) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:03:00 +0000

Part of party culture for decades, these individual portions make it easy to accommodate a crowd, but watch out for this potential downside.

You'll Want This Easy 3-Ingredient Pineapple Cocktail All Summer Long

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Pineapple juice is the key ingredient in this sweet, refreshing summer cocktail, and the rest is super simple - it only needs two additions.

How Bourbon Helped Improve Straws

staff@mashed.com (Liana Minassian) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:03:00 +0000

The invention of the straw dates back centuries, but did you know bourbon was a pivotal player in its creation? Here's how this spirit played a part.

Sailors Drank This Boozy Precursor To Whiskey Sour Cocktails

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 03:03:00 +0000

A 1700s admiral in the Royal Navy hoped that this concoction would curb sailors' tendencies to guzzle their liquor rations, becoming too drunk to function.

Forget Coke — This Refreshing Beer Pairs Perfectly With Bourbon

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:03:00 +0000

Before you raise an eyebrow, we're talking about a specific kind of non-alcoholic beer that helps to balance out the flavor profile of the bourbon.

One Teaspoon Of This Breakfast Staple Makes Vodka Cranberries So Much Better

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:03:00 +0000

We know just the trick to dramatically improve this classic cocktail. It involves a teaspoon of something you usually put on a breakfast item.

Add A Splash Of This For A Better Bourbon And Coke

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:03:00 +0000

A bourbon and Coke is already a classic cocktail and easy to make. Adding this one ingredient, though, can give it a small boost without overpowering it.

All You Need For This Refreshing Watermelon Cocktail Is 2 Ingredients

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:03:00 +0000

This simple, summertime drink is a light and fruity addition to brunch or a delightfully mellow treat for your early afternoon get-together.