Behind The Bar

Cocktail Classique Competition Mixes Absinthe and Current Spirits Trends

Unless you're regularly sipping on absinthe, you may believe that the spirit is illegal in the United States. It's not.…

Recipe for The Greatest Margarita Ever Sold (And The Truth About Skinny Margaritas)

The greatest margarita you've ever had isn't far from your reach. Thursday, February 22 is National Margarita Day, and while…

Kicking it Up with Stately Cranberry Cocktails

Oranges, rosemary and cranberries: the flavors of the winter holidays. Because cranberries sometimes get a bad rap for being useless…

Andres Blanco Takes Home 2017 Iron Somm and People’s Choice Award with Wines of Mexico

Andres Blanco, who competed with his Wines of Mexico theme at the 2017 Iron Somm competition last night, went home…

10th Anniversary Iron Somm Boasts Big Names, Uncommon Wines in Support of Periwinkle Foundation

What started out as a private wine event in a Houstonian's home is now one of Houston's most exclusive evenings…

Dining with America’s Native Spirit, Bourbon

When it comes to bourbon, most people have heard the saying: “All bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is…

Red Wine on Ice: You’re Drinking it Wrong

We’re all praying for that anticipated transition from torrid heat to a few crisp fall breezes, but in the meantime,…

Wind Down with Easy-to-Drink Whites and Rosés

Wine is a workhorse. From amplifying the flavor of food, to helping us de-stress, reviving romance and lending a celebratory hand…

Spirited Asia: Learn How to Make the Golden Plum with Ninja Ramen’s Akiko Hagio

THE GOLDEN PLUM recipe by Akiko Hagio of Ninja Ramen The Golden Plum utilizes one of Asia’s easiest-to-find spirits. China,…

Houstonian-Built Brand VINGLACÉ at a Glance: Chill Out With Wine, The Right Way

Keep your cool and your wine at the perfect temp with Houston-born Vinglacé — no ice chests or wine buckets…