Drinks

Do you love that first mug of coffee in the morning, a refreshing lemonade on a hot summer day, or a glass of excellent red wine to accompany a meal? F&W's guide to drinks features everything you need for a good sip. From seasonal cocktails to indulgent hot chocolates, our extensive archive of recipes will keep you inspired—and your thirst quenched—when you want to make drinks at home. There are also tips from our F&W experts on how to pair your drinks with food. For travelers (or even if you want to see what's new in your neighborhood), we've included our picks for where to drink across the globe. Always wanted to learn more about your favorite drink? Read our in-depth guides to beer styles, wine regions, types of tea and more.

Grapes growing at Texas A&M University.

Why Is Texas A&M Sending Grape Seeds to the International Space Station?

A soda can placed on an icy surface inside a freezer

Can You Put Beer in the Freezer? Here’s What Happens — and When It Ruins Your Beer

Firebrick Vienna lager from August Schell Brewing Co.

Vienna Lager: Meet the Traditional Lager Style That Deserves More Attention

Watermelon Mezcalita

Watermelon Mezcalita

A closeup of a person pouring white wine into a glass

Ignore the Second-Cheapest Wine on the Menu — Here’s Why You Should Drink the Cheapest Instead

Three bottles of tequila brands are Arette Elvelo and Mijenta

The Best Tequila Shots, According to Bartenders

Watermelon Punch

Watermelon Punch

FWX 3 COCKTAILS DRAMBUIE 1

3 Simple Cocktails to Acquaint You with the Taste of Drambuie

Cynar Spritz

Amaro Explained: Everything You Need to Know About the Favorite Italian Liqueur

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Kir Royale Float

3 Boozy Floats That Turn Sorbet Into the Ultimate Summer Dessert

Lush green vineyard for the production of pisco in Ica, Peru with dry sand covered hills in the background

Why Peru Is Becoming South America's Most Exciting Wine and Spirit Destination

Coors Whiskey Co. Blended American Malt Whiskey

This $80 Bottle From Coors Is the Highest-Scoring American Malt Whiskey at the 2026 International Wine & Spirit Competition

Hands holding cocktail glasses in a toast gesture at a table setting with snacks

The 6 Drinks That Tell America's Story Over 250 Years

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Cocktail glasses with decorative ice cubes and strawberry garnishes on a tray

Drinking at 11,000 Feet? Here’s How Bartenders Are Rethinking Cocktails

Assorted bottles of Vermentino wine with a glass served olives and snacks

Vermentino Is the White Wine of the Summer — Here Are 16 Bottles to Buy

Gallagher, Spurrier, Kahn during the Judgment of Paris.

3 Moments That Changed How America Drinks Wine

Sherbet Sidecar

Sherbet Sidecar

Vineyard landscape with rows of grapevines at sunset

Europe's Most Interesting Wine Country Might Be the One You've Never Heard Of

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The 22 Best Ciders in America Right Now, According to the World’s Biggest Cider Competition

Napa Valley sign welcoming visitors to the winegrowing region featuring the names of several wineries

The History of American Wine in 25 Bottles

Bahama Mama cocktail

12 Dark Rum Cocktails That Taste Like a Beach Vacation

Referent Brandy from Klocke Estate

How One New York Estate Is Reviving America’s Lost Brandy Tradition

Three bottles of whiskey including Michters Makers Mark and Jameson brands

The Best Whiskey Shots, According to Bartending Experts

Coconut Brazilian Lemonade

Coconut Limonada Suíça (Coconut Brazilian Lemonade)

Interior of a wine bar with wooden decor shelves with bottles cozy seating areas and warm lighting

The Top 10 Wine Bars You Must Visit in the US in 2026

Cinnamon Basil Lemonade

Cinnamon Basil Lemonade

Nui Nui Cocktail

A picnic setup featuring bottles of ros wine a wine glass wicker baskets and a spread of fruits bread and cheese

The French Rosés We’re Buying Right Now — From Provence and Far Beyond

Wine being poured into a glass bottles of wine lined up in the background

Love Barolo and Barbaresco? Don't Miss These 4 Piedmont Reds

A bowl of fried chicken on a wooden surface

The Best Wine for Fried Chicken Might Surprise You

Bartender garnishing a cocktail glass with a lime slice using tongs

Bartenders Love These 2-Ingredient Mixed Drinks

Wine being poured into a glass on a table set with food including pasta in tomato sauce and salad

Before Your Next Dinner Party, Remember This Simple Wine Pairing Rule

Two people toasting with glasses of white wine indoors focus on hands and glasses

The Easiest Way to Tell if a Chenin Blanc Is Dry? Look for This One Word

A decanter and a wine glass filled with white wine on an outdoor surface

Why You Should Decant White Wine

Illustration of three bottles of cognac

What’s the Difference Between VS, VSOP, and XO Cognac?

Wine being poured into a glass on a table with a glass of water

The No. 1 Mistake to Avoid Before Your First Sip of Wine, According to a Sommelier

Kir Royale Float

Kir Royal Float

Lynchburg lemonade

Lynchburg Lemonade

Chi chi cocktail.

Bottles of white wine including Sauvignon Blanc on a table

13 French Sauvignon Blancs That Offer Sancerre Quality Without the Sancerre Price

Frisco cocktail

9 Refreshing Whiskey Cocktails to Shake Up All Summer Long

A glass cup of espresso on a white saucer next to a spoon sitting on a table under bright lighting

Could Ultrasonic Espresso Be Coffee’s Biggest Breakthrough in Years?

Passion Fruit Caipirinha

How to Explore Latin American Spirits, From Cachaça to Pisco

A bowl containing a salad served with an olive garnish martini on a wooden table

How to Pair Cocktails With Food, From Brunch to Dessert

A plated gourmet meal with grilled meat assorted vegetables and sauce accompanied by a glass of red wine

5 Wine Rules That Deserve to Be Broken, According to Sommeliers

Classic Dry Martini

Leche de Tigre

Angostura colada

Angostura Colada

Person pouring beer from a tap into a glass part of a selection of beer taps

Light Beer Isn't a Joke Anymore — and Science Shows Why

Three bottles of rum from different brands displayed side by side

The 9 Best Rums for Daiquiris, According to Bartenders

Three tequila bottles displayed side by side each with distinct branding and labels

The Best Well Tequilas, According to Bartenders

Various packaged electrolyte hydration products scattered on a surface

We Tried 7 Electrolyte Powders — These 3 Came Out on Top

A selection of canned cold brew coffee arranged in a basket featuring brands like Starbucks Nguyen Stumptown High Brew and La Colombe

We Tried 7 Canned Cold Brews — These Are the 3 Worth Buying

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AVERNA X ROSEMARY SPRITZ

11 Cocktails to Make With 1 Bottle of Prosecco

Person pouring champagne into a glass

Wine Pros Agree: You're Using the Wrong Glass for Champagne

Person pouring red wine into a glass several wine bottles visible in the background

The No. 1 Red Wine Rule This Sommelier Swears By

Erik Martella opening a bottle of wine with his dog, Red.

North Carolina Wine Has a 400-Year History — and a Fast-Growing Future

Stephen Curry, Mookie Betts, Ryan Blaney, Charles Woodson, and Nate Burleson illustrated with bottles and sports imagery

Are Athlete-Made Spirits Actually Good? We Tested Them in a March Madness-Style Bracket

Three whiskey bottles Rittenhouse Rye Old Forester Rye and Four Roses Bourbon displayed against a red and white background

The Best Well Whiskeys, According to Bartenders Across the Country

A hand holding a beer glass being filled from a tap in a bar setting

A Certified Cicerone's Guide to Beer for Wine Lovers

Erin Rose Frozen Irish Whiskey

Frozen Irish Coffee

A glass being filled with whiskey on a table with a water glass in the background

This $57 Colorado Single Malt Just Won Whisky of the Year at the 2026 London Spirits Competition

Five icy popsicles with small paper planes attached resting on ice

Paper Plane Pops

Vineyard landscape with a windmill blade in the foreground at sunset rural setting with distant mountains

The New Napa Wine Renaissance Is Bringing Us Back to the Future