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How Cocktail Ice Visually Vanished

When the cocktail renaissance and science finally solved the cloudy ice problem.
May/June 2026

Toasting 20: Reflecting on Two Decades of Imbibe

Editor in chief Paul Clarke reflects on two decades of Imbibe.

How America Fell in Love With Bourbon and Rye, Again

The 200-year journey of American whiskey.
David Wondrich

Enjoy a Good Cocktail? Thank David Wondrich

Why the modern cocktail world owes a debt of gratitude to this cocktail scholar.
Bicycle Thief Cocktail

What’s the Best Modern Classic? 

Industry pros weigh in on their pick for the best modern classic cocktail.

Elements: Hibiscus

From iced tea to cocktails, hibiscus lends a bright pop of color and flavor.

24 Hours of Drinking and Eating in Portland, Oregon

How to cram some of Portland's most unique culinary experiences into a day.
Estate 98 Espresso Liqueur

Drink of the Week: Estate 98 Espresso Liqueur

A new bright and bittersweet coffee liqueur that drinks like a freshly pulled shot.
Drinks Atlas: Tequila, Mexico

Drinks Atlas: Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico

Discover the birthplace of tequila and five of Jalisco's must-visit distilleries.
Cocchi Vermouth di Torino Extra Dry

Drink of the Week: Cocchi Vermouth di Torino Extra Dry

A bright, crisp vermouth that holds its own in a bold cocktail or beautifully in a spritz.
Tequila Agave Field

Tequila 101

A brief history of tequila.
Freezer Door Cocktail: Tequila Spritz

Tequila Cocktails That Go Beyond the Margarita

Explore tequila's wide range with these cocktails.
carrot cocktail

Easter Cocktails

From frothy sours to fruity punches, try these spring-ready Easter cocktails.
Taste Test: Reposado Tequila

Taste Test: Reposado Tequila

Set off on your exploration of tequila with these recommended reposados.

Drink of the Week: Zumbador Tequila Blanco

Hailing from the highlands of Jalisco, this family-made tequila is a standout.

Where to Drink in East Village, New York City

Must-visit stops in New York City's iconic neighborhood.

The Irish Whiskey Journey

How a once-overlooked whiskey category found popularity in the States.
Julian Cox

How It Started: Julian Cox’s Barbacoa Cocktail

The story of a modern classic that helped shift perceptions of mezcal.