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Not sure what wine to serve with dinner or what the difference is between oolong and black tea? Learn how to perfectly pair a beverage with your meal, stock a bar and wade through the sea of coffee and tea on the market.
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Bottled Water - Photo by Steven Depolo [flickr]
Bottled Water Basics
There are many types of bottled water available for purchase. Learn to decode the labels and understand what is inside the bottle.
Boy cutting into coconut - Sam Diephuis/Photodisc/Getty Images
The Juice on Coconut Water: Nutrition, Uses, and More
Coconut water may be touted as a miracle drink, but it is a simple, natural, refreshing beverage that has been enjoyed for hundreds of years.
Tonic Water - Photo by Andrea_44 [flickr]
Carbonated Water
Carbonated waters come in many forms. Learn the difference between mineral water, seltzer, club soda, and tonic water.
Guinness - Photo by Stephen Edgar [flickr]
What is Guinness?
Guinness is a traditional dark Irish stout with a rich, complex flavor and a thick, frothy head.
Eggnog - Photo by Abraham Williams [flickr]
What is Eggnog?
Eggnog is a traditional holiday beverage made with milk, sugar, eggs, and alcohol. Eggnog is popular in the United States and Canada and is often served at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's celebrations.
Champagne - Photo by Esteban Maringolo [flickr]
What is Champagne?
Champagne is a variety of sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France. It derrives it's unique bubbles from a second fermentation process within the bottle.
Vermouth - Photo by Toho Scope [flickr]
What is Fortified Wine?
Fortified wines are wines to which a distilled spirit has been added. They tend to be sweeter and have a higher alcohol content than regular wines.
Pimm's Cup - Photo by Bethany Moncel
Popular New Orleans Cocktails
Cocktails are an integral part of New Orleans. Learn about the most popular cocktails in town, some which were born here, others that the city has adopted.
Bottled Kombucha - Photo by Joefoodie [flickr]
What is Kombucha?
Kombucha is a fermented beverage made from tea and a yeast and bacterial culture.
Green Tea Leaves - Photo by yoppy [flickr]
Tea Primer - What is Tea?
Tea is a steeped beverage, usually made with leaves of the camelia sinensis plant, that has been enjoyed around the world for centuries.
Tea Cup - Photo by Laurel Fan [flickr]
Tea Brewing Times and Temperatures
Every type of tea has an optimum brewing time and temperature. Use this reference chart to find out how to make the best tea possible.
Espresso machine pouring coffee into cups - Kathrin Ziegler/Digital Vision/Getty Images
How to Order Espresso Like a Pro: Your Go-To Coffee Glossary
A glossary of coffee and espresso drink terms to help you navigate your way through your local cafe menu.
Coffee Grinder Dial - Photo by Ian McKellar
Before You Brew
Before you brew your coffee, consider the type of bean, how it is ground, the quality of your water, and your brewing method to produce the best cup of coffee possible.
Coffee Beans - Photo by Bethany Moncel
Coffee Primer
Learn the basics on how coffee is made, different coffee varieties, and how to properly store coffee for optimum flavor.
Smoked Tea Duck - Iain Bagwell/Stockbyte/Getty Images
Fascinating Facts about Chinese Tea Drinking
Chinese Tea - Learn about the role of drinking tea in Chinese culture, its long history, and the different types of Chinese teas.
Tequila - Photo by David Light Orchard
All About Tequila
Tequila is a unique liquor produced in Mexico that is gaining popularity around the world. Learn about the production, varieties, and ways to drink tequila.
Absinthe - Photo by ritingon [flickr]
What is Absinthe?
Absinthe is a strong spirit with a light green color and long, sordid history. Although banned in many countries for decades, the notorious spirit is gaining a comeback.
Mulling Spices - Photo by Maoquai [flickr]
What is Mulled Wine?
Mulled wine a popular warm beverage enjoyed throughout Europe during the winter months. Although recipes vary, mulled wine usually consists of wine, spices, fruit, and sugar.
Matcha.jpg - Photo by Steenbergs [flickr]
Matcha Basics: Production, preparation, and uses for matcha.
Matcha Basics: Production, preparation, and uses.
Oolong.jpg - Photo by Drew Maust [flickr]
What is Oolong Tea?
What is Oolong Tea? How oolong tea is made, oolong varieties, brewing methods, and health claims.
Rooibos.jpg - Photo by Selena N.B.H. [flickr]
What is Rooibos Tea? Description, flavor, health claims, and more.
Rooibos tea is one of the hottest health food trends today. Find out what makes this South African tea so loved around the world.
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