Recent Cocktails Articles
A Decade of Premium Spirits Takes Center Stage
When the doors first opened for a high-end whiskey tasting event at a Connecticut casino ten years ago, organizers couldn't have predicted they'd still be going strong a decade later. Now, as the 10th Annual Sun Whiskey Union prepares to mark this milestone, the event has evolved into something mor
Santurce Bar Marks First Year With Island's Top Mixologists
A cocktail bar tucked into one of San Juan's most creative neighborhoods just wrapped up its first year in business, and the team behind it decided to celebrate by handing over the reins to some of Puerto Rico's most respected names in the drink-making world. Aurora sits on Calle Cerra in Santu
Bartenders Get Chance to Turn Dream Bar Ideas Into Reality
The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has rolled out something fresh for bartenders across the country. Starting this month, teams of two or three bartenders can submit their vision for a completely original pop-up bar concept through a new competition called Proof of Concept , backed by Jack Danie
Celebrate Irish Coffee Day the Right Way
When travelers stepped off planes at Ireland's Shannon Airport back in the 1940s, they weren't greeted with the usual tepid beverage service. Instead, an Irish chef decided cold, exhausted passengers needed something better. He reached for whiskey, poured it into hot coffee, added sugar, and topped
13 Best Kirkland Liquors For Crafting Drinks
13 Best Kirkland Liquors For Your Home Bar Image credit: WhiskeyPulse/Canva Look, I'll be honest with you. I've been shopping at Costco for the bett
Spirits Industry Gears Up for Landmark Awards
The cocktail world's most prestigious recognition program has officially opened its doors for the 2026 season, marking two full decades of honoring the people and places that have shaped how Americans—and the rest of the world—enjoy their drinks. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation announced tha
Halfway to Tales: New Orleans Cocktail Kickoff
New Orleans has always been the spot where good drinks and great stories come together, and now there's a fresh reason to mark your calendar. The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is rolling out Halfway to Tales, a full day packed with learning, mingling, and a nod to what's coming up in the world o
The Right Bourbons for a Proper Manhattan
The Right Bourbons for a Proper Manhattan The Manhattan cocktail, known for its perfect balance of booziness, sweetness, and bitterness, is a versatile drink that lends itself well to experimentation. While the classic recipe uses rye whiskey, exploring different whiskey varieties can pr
5 Must-Try Drinks From 2025
5 Must-Try Drinks From 2025 Image credit: WhiskeyPulse/Canva 2025 has been a solid year for drinks, fellas. From kicking back after a long day to sh
7 Absolute Best Cocktails For Japanese Whisky
7 Absolute Best Cocktails For Japanese Whisky Image credit: WhiskeyPulse/Canva Japanese whisky is smooth as heck and packs some real subtle flavors