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Happy Hour: How To Make A See-Through Margarita

When done right, few things hit the spot on a hot night like a margarita. But what if you could take a margarita, retain the same crisp flavour, and make it totally clear? Don’t ask why. Just trust us.


Beer Architecture: 9 Classic American Breweries

Beer is a staple of Americana, so it’s only suitable that the buildings where it’s brewed are often classic examples of American architecture. Even though some breweries eventually fall into disrepair, either because the brewer shuts down or because it moves, many of those have been given second lives as loft apartments, hotels, restaurants and shops.


Happy Hour: The Science Of Non-Alcoholic Beer

“Blasphemy! A crime against nature!” Yes, many people feel the same way about non-alcoholic beer as they do about decaffeinated espresso. “It’s just wrong and what’s the point?” is the thinking. Yes, yes, you’re very cool, now sit down and shut up.


The Favourite Boozy Beverage Of Classic Movie Characters, In One Chart

The Big Lebowski’s The Dude? White Russians. Silence of the Lambs’ Hannibal Lecter? Chianti. This awesome cocktail chart maps the drinks of choice for characters in classic books and movies.


After Hours: Best Cocktail And Bar Apps

Cupboard full of booze but no cocktail ideas? Planning a party but can’t get the mix right? These handy apps will turn your phone into an instant cocktail recipe guide.


Warning: Don’t Drink And Internet

You don’t drink and drive. That’s a stupid, terrible thing to do, with a simple, understood cause and effect. So why do we keep waking up, wondering how on earth that drunken Facebook message seemed like a good idea, and oh my god, I ordered WHAT over the internet? We’ve outgrown the drunk dial or drunk text. And oh, the chaos we’ve drunkenly stumbled into now.


Drinks-On With The World’s Biggest, Baddest Bartending Robot

At the Google I/O after party the other night, there was one bartender in particular that stood out. It wasn’t the drink he made, or the friendly chatter. It was more than he weighed several tons and could break you with the flick of the wrist. Meet the Makr Shakr.


Happy Hour: Why So Many Beer Bottles Suddenly Look So Different

You’d know a can of Budweiser anywhere. Like many other major brands, whether it’s Coca-Cola, M&Ms or BMW, Bud’s red and white packaging is instantly recognisable. It’s familiar, it’s safe, and it’s universally likeable. But recently Budweiser, along with several other ubiquitous beer makers including Miller Lite, Heineken and Sam Adams, have made major changes to their iconic packaging. Here’s why.


You Can Actually Buy A Flask That Looks Like An iPhone

Every self-respecting person needs to own a flask, but the problem with flasks is that they almost always look like, well, the owner of the flask has an alcohol problem. If you’re trying to sneak alcohol into anywhere, you’ll always get caught with a flask. But! If your flask is shaped like an iPhone, you’d be in the clear!


Miller Lite Redesigns The Longneck For The First Time In 40 Years

With the help of design firm 4sight, American lager Miller Lite is changing the look of its iconic glass bottle for the first time in 40 years. On the left is your old faithful longneck. On the right is what you’ll be imbibing at bars and restaurants later this year.


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