Grapes in Piave, Veneto
Saget La Perrière Chinon — The Perfect Balance

A well-balanced wine can be translated through the seasons with a many dishes. Arnaud Saget’s family vineyard produces a beautiful hand-selected Chinon.

How to Make Refreshing Pear Cider

With a few basic home brewing tools, make a delicious hard cider to last to the holidays.

Thyme and Cantaloupe Shrub Cocktail

A cider vinegar syrup cocktail is the perfect evening cool down. Enjoy with sweet melon and fresh herbs.

Frozen Watermelon White Wine Spritzers

A mixed white wine drink with frozen watermelon cubes is a summer delight. Crisp, juicy and full of nutrition, it is a thirst quenching cocktail.

Biking, Eating, and Drinking Through Grand Isle, Vermont

On a self-guided bike tour around Grand Isle, Vermont, Sheila McGrory-Klyza enjoys a delicious roadside lunch, followed by a timely wine tasting.

Sancerre — More Than a Sauvignon Blanc

The Saget family set out to bottle the best of the Loire Valley. They now offer a selection of grapes representing the region, including a crisp Sancerre.

The Spirit of Summer — Swedish Strawberry Punch Cocktail

Finish summer with a bang and a boozy, Swedish punch. Vodka, elderflower cordial, and cucumbers boost the strawberry-lime hard cider up a delicious notch.

Delicious Beer Cocktail “Stormy Waters” From Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Beer cocktails are popular in summer as a light, refreshing mixed drink. Try this ginger beer and rum cocktail for a take on a Dark and Stormy.

Fantastic Float Recipes for Summer

Twelve bubbly soda float recipes we are particularly smitten with this summer.

Coffee Culture: Barista Parlor

Bill descends upon Nashville, TN for a visit to its haloed coffee haven and cultural garden Barista Parlor.

Mead — The Drink of Yesterday with No Boundaries For Today

The historical fermented drink is making a comeback in cities across the US. Honest Cooking has the scoop on the honey beverage.

A Match Made in Heaven — an Introduction to Rioja Wines

Discover the history of Rioja wine and make the perfect match with the heavenly grapes.

Curry Leaf Mojito

This cocktail is a tastefully created drink with an Indian twist, and is sure to be a showstopper. It is time to showoff your trendy cocktail skills.

Mango Matcha Smoothie

For your afternoon pick-me-up, a mango matcha smoothie is a great way to go. It will help keep you focused and energized for the rest of the day.

Coffee Culture: Greenstreet Coffee Roasters

The new Greenstreet coffee bar still had that comfortable feel of an old neighborhood cafe. Try their espresso for a luscious pull.

Just Add Gin: Great Drinks Made Greater with Gin

Despite the growing popularity of bourbons and whiskeys, gin remains summer’s favorite spirit. It blends easily; it has a lighter profile.

Summer White Wine Guide
Excellent Summer White Wines That are Great with Food

From Italy to Sonoma, this is the 2014 Honest Cooking guide to our favorite white wines in different categories and price levels.

The Wines of Margaret River – Wineram Australia, Episode 8

Follow Colin West on his final adventure across Australia in the eighth and last episode of the wonderful Wineram Australia video series.

Rhubarb Liqueur

This is the liqueur of the summer. Simple to make, it is not too sweet and is great for sipping. Mix into your favorite cocktail.

Coffee House Test: Box Kite, New York City

Brilliant coffee and beverages, the East Village coffeehouse has set itself apart. Even more impressive, is a tasting menu they create in the small space.

Midsummer Peach Cider Cocktail

Joel Persson, has created a delightful, refreshing summer punch with hard cider, perfect for taking your summer soiree to the next level.

The Travels of Italian Wine

A good glass of wine is the symbol, from the earliest times, of love and joy of life. Discover the history and the challenge of Italian wines in the US.

Cocktail Update: The Ship New York

From the outside, The Ship New York is unassuming, but inside you will be wowed by the impressively high ceilings and creative libations.

Iced Masala Chai

Enjoy a spicy chai beverage in the heat of summer over ice. Boil your favorite tea with the iconic spices and chill. Serve with mint and slices of lemon.

Strawberry Overload Smoothie

This is just another way to use some of the season’s bounty of gorgeous strawberries you might have on hand. Makes the perfect breakfast, lunch or snack.

Budin: A Taste of Scandinavia, a Taste of Home

The inner circle of specialty coffee is small, interconnected. Budin is a welcoming Scandinavian coffee bar in Greenpoint with imported Scandinavian goods.

An EGG For Every Occasion — Ramos Gin Fizz

Created in the 1800’s by Henry Ramos in New Orleans the Gin Fizz was shaken for 12 minutes. When your arms want to fall off you’ll have a foamy citrus drink

Great Whites – The World’s First Shark Cage Wine Tasting

This episode of Wineram performs the World’s First Shark Cage Wine Tasting.

Fathers Day Wine Gift Guide
Father’s Day Wine Gift Guide

Kalle Bergman with a guide to 16 great, powerful and manly wines worth spending a little extra on for Father’s Day.

The Holy Grail of Coffee: Caffe Shakerato

A caffe shakerato is an Italian iced coffee drink featuring freshly ground espresso shaken over ice and poured into a martini glass.

Strawberry Rhubarb Mint Mojitos

These are zesty, refreshing, and go down smooth. The mint and rhubarb add great flavor and makes sure these cocktails aren’t too sweet. Cheers.

Almond Butter Chocolate Smoothie

After a workout or a crazy day you need a pick-me-up. This smoothie tastes like peanut butter cup, only way better for you.

Lavender Green Tea and Gin Cocktail

A light and calming cocktail for the first days of spring. This is the new patio pitcher drink, complete with fresh lavender.

Gourmet Cocktail Cherries

Don’t let a cocktail be brought down by an artificial-tasting jarred cherry. Make your own glossy, rich, infused cocktail cherry at home.

Welcome to the Old Sugar Mill Wine Tasting

Located 15 minutes from downtown Sacramento is the center of Clarksburg, where wine tasting is king. The Old Sugar Mill features ten wineries, taste away.

An EGG For Every Occasion — Bright Blackberry Cocktail

A bright gin-based cocktail with citrus. A frothy, pasteurized egg white gives this drink body and a kick.

Sparkling Wines of Tasmania - Wineram Australia Episode 6
Sparkling Wines of Tasmania – Wineram Australia Episode 6

The sixth episode of WINERAM Australia takes Colin down to the island state of Tasmania.

Coffee House Test: Steap and Grind, Philadelphia

Serving great coffee and pouring a wonderful selection of teas, Steap and Grind of Philidelphia offers a beautiful place to relax or purchase premium beans.

An EGG For Every Occasion — Frothy Peach Cocktail

A frothy patio pounder perfect for warm weather. Citrus, coconut and peach come together for a flavorful cocktial guaranteed to cool down and satisfy.

16 Herbed Cocktails: A Summer Delight

Warm weather brings out the bubbles, citrus and herbs in cocktails. Here are a few recipes we enjoy that use all sorts of different herbs.

Best Whiskey Cocktail Recipes
Ten Perfect Spring Whiskey Cocktails

Whiskey is a drink for all seasons. Trade in that old-fashioned for a lighter, fizzier option in anticipation of a warm night.

Coffee House Test: Nordic Grounds at Budin, Brooklyn, NY

For a taste of international coffee in the US head to Budin. Regardless of price, there are a variety of complex roasts available that must be tasted.

Cinco de Mayo Cocktail Recipes
12 Cocktails to Spice Up Your Cinco de Mayo

Margaritas aren’t the only drink worthy of accompanying your guacamole and enchiladas on Cinco de Mayo. Explore more Mexican inspired cocktails.

Dairy-Free Banana Oat Smoothie

Welcome the to Banana Oat Smoothie, a cross between breakfast oatmeal and a morning shake. Made creamy with almond milk, the dairy-free drink is rich in Vitamin E and will give your skin a glow.

Refreshing Gin Gin Mule

Perfect for the porch, Gin Gin Mules combine gin, mint, ginger beer, and lime for an herby cross between a mojito and a Moscow mule.

Cinnamon and Vanilla Cashew Milk

With warm spices, this cashew milk is easy to execute, no straining required. Enjoy in coffee, cereal, baking, or on its own.

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee
Tips to Make Your Cold Brew Iced Coffee Even Better

As we inch our way into the warmer months of the year, now is the time to perfect your cold brew iced coffee.

Lime-Mint Cooler

A refreshing drink with a blend of fresh mint leaves, zingy lime and ginger.

Cold Brew: Black Medicine Iced Coffee

Quench your caffeine thirst with a bottle of ice coffee. This smooth coffee has notes of stout, banana, and orange, but without a bitter aftertaste.

Updated Mexican Cocktail – A New Paloma

A grapefruit paloma cocktail with added vanilla and honey, is warmed up just enough for a cool evening on the porch.

Wineram Colin West
Wineram Australia Episode 5, Kangaroo Island and Chef Matt Moran

Aussie celebrity chef Matt Moran joins Colin West on his adventures around Australia’s wine regions.

The Roast: The Warehouse, New Jersey

Our resident coffee expert Bill Walsh slurps up some joe at The Warehouse, New Jersey.

8 Walkable Wineries in Carmel Valley, California

Embark on a walkable winery tour of the 8 best in Carmel Valley, CA.

Cardamom Old Fashioned’s

The combination of cardamom and rye is a natural extension of the traditional Old Fashioned cocktail flavors.

Blackberry Sage Kombucha and a Giveaway

Win the new cookbook on fermented drinks from Julia Mueller and enjoy a recipe for blackberry sage kombucha.

Raspberry Piña Colada Smoothie and a Giveaway

Win the beautiful new cookbook on fermented drinks by Julia Mueller and enjoy a recipe for a creamy smoothie from the book.

Banana Mixed Nut and Espresso Smoothie

Void of any added sugar if you so desire, this espresso smoothie is rich and the perfect morning jolt without a sugar crash later.

Yeehaw! Get Your Drink on at Cowgirl Winery

Cowgirl winery is a truly unique wine tasting experience in the heart of Carmel Valley, California.

Mugged: Citron and Poire [Le Palais Des Thes] Tea Review

Bill Walsh reviews teas bursting with flavor, but without chemicals or sugar.

Hot Chocolate Meets Chai

Hot coco meets chai in this indulgent, soul warming drink.