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Articles By Penelope Bass

Penelope Bass is the Managing Editor at Imbibe, working from Brooklyn. You can find her drinking freezer Martinis in the summer, Boulevardiers in the winter, and way too much coffee all year.

A few coffee recs that represent the evolution of Vietnamese coffee in the U.S.

Acing espresso at home is about having the right gear for the job.

A bar-quality bottled cocktail that requires nothing more than the willingness to pour over ice and enjoy.

Six options that combine quality with simplicity.

A new Pacific Northwest amaro stands out with local ingredients like truffles and hops.

The Katana Kitten owner talks about what inspired his new book, how he interprets the Japanese style of bartending, and how the hospitality industry has defined so much of his life experience.

The drinks writer shares some of the insights he gained while researching his latest book.

The master sommelier and importer shares recs for Makgeolli, soju, and other sips from Korea.

Today’s zero-proof "spirits" offer a variety of ways to approach cocktail hour.

As more spirit-free options hit the market, both the business and culture of the drinks industry is seeing a shift.

A dreamy new pét-nat from Broc Cellars' Love label.

A convergence of Old World styles and new world experimentation.

A dry, botanical sparkler makes for a refreshing spirit-free sipping.

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Three versions that buck tradition, plus a few more from our archives to sweeten the deal.

A bright and bittersweet new vermouth for your next spritz.

The filmmaker and co-founder of the Lesbian Bar Project talks with us about the importance of representational spaces and the community they create.

What sets Islay apart from other Scotch regions? Some history, fun facts, and bottle recs.

A conversation with the acclaimed chef and author about her podcast, how she views her evolving role in the hospitality world, and why community matters now more than ever.