Put down the green beer this St. Patrick’s Day. Seriously. We don’t like this look on you. As a friend, we think you can do better. Why? Let’s answer your question with a better question – what makes the beer green? Do you know? NEITHER DO WE. Actually, we know it’s dye but we have no clue what chemicals companies use to dye it. Therefore, unless you have the gut of your 21-year-old self, let’s skip.
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A new year is a great time to try something new – and drinks are no exception! However, a new year often comes with new resolutions, too. If one of your resolutions is to be healthier, low-cal cocktails are an excellent place to start without sacrificing any of the fun or taste! Here are four of our most creative and delicious ideas for low-cal drink recipes that you and your friends can enjoy throughout 2022!
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It’s hard to imagine a party without good cocktails. Whether you’re planning an extravagant event with a long guest list like a wedding reception or a milestone birthday, or you’re simply having a small get-together with a BYOB-type feel, serving the right drinks will keep your guests happy. Plus, if you play your cards right, your party could be the talk of your friend group, thanks to some carefully curated popular cocktails. Not sure how to get started stocking the bar for your next soiree? Even if your guests are planning to bring some drinks of their own, it’s always wise to have some tricks up your sleeve and a game plan when it comes to cocktails. Here, we’ll explore some of the most popular cocktails of all time, which are sure to satisfy every taste and keep the party going well into the night.
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Every Halloween is a special time to emerge from your crypt of work-life balance and everyday worries. For just one day a year, you can clink glasses with dear friends dressed from head to toe in silly costumes and breathe the rarified air of honest, carefree fun. For this Halloween, you should unwind and spellbind with some fa-boo-lous, creative Halloween drinks that will transport you to the realm of the phantasmagoric and paranormal. Engage your inner witch and experiment in this fateful alchemy for a night you will not soon forget.
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A 21st birthday is a milestone that many people celebrate with a few drinks. But it’s easy to cross the line from fun to — not so fun. Instead of ending up a hot mess at the end of the night, taking the proper precautions can ensure that you have the most memorable 21st birthday possible!
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So, what does Maryland Day have to do with a wine and spirits store? Well for starters, we are proud Marylanders. We have the best state flag. And, frankly, we love to celebrate (preferably with a brew in hand). Maryland Day has grown into something more: a celebration of the state’s history, culture, heritage, and diversity (not to mention a great excuse to drink with friends).
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Is there anything more celebratory than a bottle of something sparkling and bubbly? We think not. But when it comes to picking out the perfect beverage for that joyous occasion, we get a lot of questions: “What’s the difference between champagne and sparkling wine?”, “Why does champagne cost more?”, “Which one should I buy?” We hear you. It can be kind of confusing. But it doesn’t have to be. Grab a seat and let us teach you everything you need to know about fine fizzy wines.
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It seems COVID is the guest we didn’t invite to 2020. Yet, we have all been there. It happens with big parties. Someone invites some “friends,” and hosting a fun party ends up being a marathon. By the end of the night, you aren’t sure if you ate enough or drank enough, or even if you enjoyed it. That is why, if we can find one silver lining to 2020, we are proposing to keep it small.
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Is there anything better than popping the cork of your favorite holiday wine? Quick answer: No. However, before you do, it’s important to understand that the average bottle of wine doesn’t have a long shelf life.
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In the world of cocktails, vodka remains to be a bar staple that mixologists and bartenders simply can’t live without. Vodka allows mixologists to be more creative and innovative with their creations without forgetting the touch of complexity needed in these cocktails. The versatility of vodka is unparalleled, and if you don’t have a bottle of one at home this holiday season, it’s time you stock up.
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