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Bartenders Explain Why Cocktails Taste Better From the Bar (and How to Emulate Them)
On my walk to the bar, I rehearsed “para uno, en la barra está bien” exactly 30 times. I once read about a technique called mega-drilling, suggesting it takes 30 repetitions to cement a memory. I can’t tell you if it works, though. Because when I arrived at Baltra Bar,…
The 6 Best Brunch Cocktails You Should Know How To Make
In the pantheon of daily meals, there’s no beating breakfast (or brunch). While lunch has its light appeal and dinner is known for its hearty ingredients, breakfast is the most versatile and exciting of all the meals. It’s the only meal where you can pair sweet, maple-syrup-slathered Belgian waffles with…
I’m 3 Months Into Intermittent Fasting. Here’s What I’ve Learned
Let me get this out of the way. I am not the following: seriously overweight, a fad dieter, nor a glutton for punishment. I do some weight training, running, high-intensity interval training, and gravel biking. I don't do those to set any records. As a 53 year-old husband and a…
8 Great Single Malt Whiskeys Not From Scotland
While you can find a great bottle of blended Scotch whisky from the likes of Famous Grouse, Chivas, Johnnie Walker, and Compass Box, Scotland is most famous for its single malt among whisky drinkers (even if blended whiskies far surpass the sales volume of single malts). Yet Scotland isn't the…
Black Book: The Cool Material Editors’ Favorite Things Right Now: December 2023
For many, the holiday season means wading through list after list looking for that perfect gift for the loved ones in your life (if you’re still on the hunt for a last minute gift, you just might find it among these gifts for him and gifts for her). And in…
5 Caribbean Rums To Bring a Taste of the Islands To Your Bar Cart
The right Caribbean rum is often the perfect answer for anyone pining for a tropical escape any time of year. And you don't always have to jump on the next flight to an island to find it and enjoy a cocktail or nice neat pour of a quality spirit (though…
Why I Collect Hot Sauces, Not Postcards, From Everywhere I Travel
Some people collect keychains when they travel. Some collect postcards. I collect hot sauces. It was around 7 am in Caye Caulker, Belize. Without a soul in sight, I had the entire beach to myself. That was, until two dogs joined me to frolic in the deep blue Caribbean Sea.…
The 2023 Goose Island Bourbon County Stout For Each Type of Stout Lover
For many people around the United States, Black Friday means deals, deals, and more deals. For a large swath of beer lovers, the day after Thanksgiving means Goose Island’s annual Bourbon County Stout (BCS) release day has finally arrived. A little background: The series started in 1992 to celebrate Goose…
The Perfect Beach Day Watch: Keil James Patrick’s Mount Gay Rum Collaboration
It took me until my thirties to understand the aficionado’s zeal for watches, an expensive accessory ultimately serving a humble function fulfilled just as easily by a cell phone or wall clock. But the more I build my wardrobe, the more I appreciate beautiful timepieces—portable art carried on the wrist;…
How the Swiss Army Knife Became a Multi-tool Standard
The Swiss Army Knife has been a staple in the pockets of adventurers, hikers, and everyday people for over a century. Victorinox is the primary brand associated with Swiss Army Knives, however, prior to its sale to the former, Wenger was another popular maker, with a name referencing the high…
Midleton Very Rare Whiskey Finished in French Barrels
If you're a seasoned whiskey aficionado, you've likely sipped Jameson, the beloved Irish spirit that's been a constant companion. But it's time to elevate your whiskey game with a bottle of Midleton Very Rare, the premium sibling hailing from the same distillery. The latest masterpiece, Midleton Very Rare Forêt de…
The Best EDC Multi-tools You Can Buy Right Now
An EDC (Everyday Carry) multi-tool is an indispensable companion for guys looking to be prepared for life's unexpected challenges. Whether you find yourself in need of a quick fix, emergency assistance, or simply a handy tool for everyday tasks, an EDC multi-tool has you covered at home and at work,…
The 12 Types of Whiskey Every Drinker Should Know
The first step to appreciating and understanding whiskey to the fullest extent is knowing the various types of whiskey (and whisky) out there. Each style is made following specific, and often legally binding, rules that dictate how the spirit can be made and what it can be made with. And…
The Best Leatherman Multi-tools
A multi-tool is an essential item for the guy who wants to be ready for anything. Multi-tools are versatile and can be used for a range of tasks, from opening a bottle of beer to fixing your bike on the go. Leatherman multi-tools are considered the best in the market…
How To Make Actually Good Homebrew Beer, According to Experts
If you didn’t know it already, there are more than 9,000 breweries currently operating in the United States alone. That’s an awful lot of brewers crafting IPAs, lagers, pale ales, stouts, and other beer styles. They got to their positions in a variety of ways. Some went to one of…
