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Beer, Cocktails & Beverages Feature Writer: Amanda Hodges Weir

Welcome! Browse our pages to investigate the difference between ale and lager, porter and stout. We'll ask whether microbrews are really better than mass market beers, review the best beers (or maybe the worst), and keep an eye on what's new in craft beers. And we'll take a look at the world of home brew - tips, tricks, recipes and hints.

Try recipes for hot new cocktails as well as classic drinks. Whether you're in the mood for a martini, a margarita, a daiquiri, or just a quick shot, we'll find something for you here. We'll also keep up to date on the newest and best flavored vodka, rum, and gin, single malt Scotch and blended whiskey, and great liqueurs to sip or to mix.

It doesn't matter if you prefer your drink in a pint, a mug, a classic cocktail glass, or a shot glass - you've come to the right place!


Feature Writer Articles in Beer, Cocktails & Beverages

How to Make Iced Coffee at Home
When waking to a warm summer day, coffee drinkers can look to a cool beverage to enjoy their morning cup of joe.
Learn How to Make Authentic Southern Sweet Tea
Iced tea is as important to the Southern United States as fried chicken and cornbread. Dinner is not complete without a pitcher of this homemade beverage.
The Best Five Coffee Brands from the United States
Experience popular coffee from unique regions where a dash of chicory or a dollop of blueberry extract creates an intoxicating cup of joe.
Best Summertime Cocktails and Beverages
Learn which cocktails and beers are the most refreshing when wading through those warm weather days.
Five Best Beers to Drink with Boiled Crawfish
Discover the five best beers to pair with this spicy New Orleans treat.


Contributing Articles in Beer, Cocktails & Beverages

Ice Cream Cocktail Recipes
The world of ice cream cocktails is full of vast flavors and options.
Party Punches That Pack a Punch
Whether it's for Christmas party cheer, a wedding reception toast or a celebration with friends, punch is a fun, colorful and easy way to serve drinks.
Home Brewing: Brew Pot Selection for Home Beer Brewing
For those interested in brewing beer at home, purchasing a brew pot is an investment. Find out how to select the best brew pot for making home-brewed beer.
Home Brewing: Essential Beer Brewing Tools to Make Your Own Beer
Great beer can be made at home, but first-time home brewers need a few essential tools. Find out which items are must-haves for the home brewery.
What Combination of Cigars + Booze = Pleasure?
Few things in life are more pleasurable than smoking an exquisite cigar while sipping a drink that elevates the experience to another level.
Top Quality Hops From Wet Summer Mean Better Beer in UK
The wettest summer for years will result in a high quality hop harvest and therefore better beer, say UK brewers in a press release on 27th August 2010.
Turn a Favorite Alcoholic Drink Into a Delicious Grilling Sauce
Whether the preferred is bourbon, wine or beer, it can easily create a tasty alcoholic basting sauce for the grill. No martini shaker required.
The Beer Brewing Process in the Home Brewery
Home brewing beer has grown in popularity in recent years. Learn how to make your own beer at home like commercial breweries, but on a smaller scale.
5 Simple Hangover Cures
The best hangover cures keep it simple. Less is more when it comes to detoxing your liver after a heavy night on the booze.
Halloween Themed Drinks for your next Spooktacular
If you are hosting an adult spooky soiree this year you may want to consider adding these devilishly entertaining drinks to your bar menu.
Can Single-Serve Coffee Pods Be Eco-Friendly?
K-Cups and other single-serve coffee pods are convenient, but is pod coffee really all that progressive if its bad for the environment?
Great Non Alcoholic Punch Recipes for Large Parties
Looking for the best punch recipes to serve kids and grownups? Look no further than Mrs. McCleary's recipe file box.
Free Beer Tastings in Boston
Learn about places in Boston that offer free beer tastings. These locations include The Samuel Adams Brewery and Harpoon Brewery.
More Spooky Specialty Spirits for Your Next Halloween Bash
If you are hosting an adult spooky soiree this year you may want to consider adding these devilishly entertaining drinks to your bar menu.
Spooky Specialty Spirits for your Next Halloween Bash
If you are hosting an adult spooky soiree this year you may want to consider adding these devilishly entertaining drinks to your bar menu.