No. 10: Nov/Dec 2007

Holiday Drinks & Gift Guide

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Holiday Cheers: 8 Festive Cocktails

50 Gifts Worth Drinking To

In the Land of the Sazerac: New Orleans

RECIPE: Lu's Brandied Cherries

Symphonic Brew

The delicious world of blended beers.

Heat Wave READ »

Sherry on Top READ »

Spain’s other fortified wine isn’t just for baking fruitcake anymore.

No. 9: Sept/Oct 2007

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Perpetual Fruit
Brandies harness the spirit of pears, berries and plums.

Hazed and Confused READ »
Busting the myths surrounding Hefeweizen.

Bitter Is Bella READ »
Tongue-tingling aperitivi hold court at happy hour in Milan and Torino.

Pressing for Better Coffee
Some restaurants are finally getting serious about your cup of joe.

Beyond Napa
Five less-traveled wine country day trips.

Elements: Applejack READ »

No. 8: July/Aug 2007

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Gone but Not Forgotten

Obscure vintage ingredients are a cocktailian’s holy grail

On the Pisco Trail READ »

From pisco sours to purple corn juice, Peru offers a diverse drink culture.

For a Rainy Day READ »

Four big-city wine lovers find creative storage solutions.

Brews and BBQ

This summer, find the best beer matches for the food on your grill.

RECIPE: Summer Stack Salad with Stella Vinaigrette

What’s in a Roast?

Why coffee roasts matter, including a guide to common roast types.

No. 7: May/June 2007

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Summer Drinks: Farmers Market Cocktails

Seasonal fruits and herbs are what summer is all about.

Portal to Portugal
Port is still tops, but Portugal’s other wines are inching toward the spotlight.

Operation Sublime Cuppa

Eight coffee scenes to watch.

Syrah in the City READ »
Urban winemakers set up shop in the industrial parks of San Francisco’s East Bay.

Not Your Daddy’s Lager READ »
Crisp, cool lawnmower beers are getting a makeover, pre-Prohibition style.

No. 6: March/April 2007

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Almost Famous READ »
How tequila will take its place among the world’s great spirits.

It’s Just Wine
Buying, ordering and enjoying vino is easier than you think.

Tomorrowland
The future is wow at Japan’s bars and drink kiosks.

Blast From the Past READ »
A new crop of organic, barrel-aged and herb-infused beers offer a dose of history.

How Do You Take Your Coffee?
Espresso gets a lot of play, but there are other ways to brew an amazing cup.

No. 5: Jan/Feb 2007

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The Comeback Kid READ »
Say hello (again) to rye whiskey, an American classic.

Forget Paris

A drinking tour of Montreal, where French tradition and urban cool are bon amis.

Home, Home on the Wine Frontier

10 grape-friendly regions you’ve probably never heard of, but should know about.

Doing Good to the Last Drop READ »
Fair-trade? Organic? Bird-friendly? Sustainable coffee labels demystified.

25 Great Winter Beers
From spicy holiday ales to rich barleywines, these brews will warm your boots.