Maggie Hoffman
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Maggie Hoffman is the former Digital Director of Epicurious and the author of two cocktail books. Find her on Substack at The Dinner Plan and What to Drink.
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How to Cobble Together a Cocktail in the Coronavirus Era
If you’ve got even a small selection of spirits in your home bar, you probably have the makings of a cocktail good enough to take to that (Zoom) party.
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French Canadian
Cognac gets stirred with tangy Champagne vinegar, sweet maple syrup, and aromatic vanilla extract for a cocktail that’s silky and potent, perfect for serving after a meal.
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Spanish Penny
Potent, peppery whiskey mingles with a crisp touch of sherry vinegar, but the key to the perfect mix is a softening spoonful of maple syrup. The drink comes together silky and rich, with a lingering maple flavor that’s perfect for a cool evening.
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The Power of Making a Cup of Coffee for Someone Else
When there’s no controlling what’s going on, this small act of care (and caffeination) is crucial.
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Our Resident Cocktail Expert Loves These Fancy (But Cheap) Coupe Glasses
They'll make a drink from your home bar feel like a drink at the coolest cocktail bar.
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Fancy Tall Glasses Make Highballs (and Seltzer) Better
Tall glasses get no love. But these tall glasses are special.
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Skip the Corned Beef This St. Patrick's Day. Make This Mashed Potato-Stuffed Cabbage Pie Instead
Kiss me, I'm pie-rish.
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Why It's Time to Drink More Jägermeister
This cocktail will convince you you need more of the German amaro in your life.
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How a Small Kitchen Can Make You a Better Cook
In a large space, stuff starts sprawling. But if everything’s arranged well in a smaller kitchen, the dance is tight.
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The Rules of Riffing: How to Riff on Classic Cocktails (and Get Drinks You’ll Like Even Better)
Yes, you can teach an old grog new tricks.
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6 Classic Cocktails—and the Riffs That Take Them Up a Notch
Spin your Old Fashioned (or Negroni, or Manhattan, or Sazerac) into an entirely different drink.
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Ditch the Wings, These Celery Sticks Are the Main Event
It's time to take celery sticks off the sidelines.
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How to Make a Martini That's Right for You
For a simple drink, a martini involves a lot of choices. We're here to help.
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Islay and Olive
It’s a vodka martini—properly called the Kangaroo—gone savory with peaty Scotch and olives four ways.
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Sneaky Peat
Pairing the tangy fruit with Scotch—plus oolong tea that’s been steeped forever—gives a whisper of smoke and a bitter, malty edge to the drink.
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The Blaylock
It couldn’t be simpler to combine honey, grapefruit, lemon, and seltzer, but the mixture is surprisingly complex in flavor, both tangy and rich.
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Why Andrea Nguyen's Super-Simple Overnight Rice Porridge Is My All-Star Recipe of 2019
Cháo (or congee) makes for a great no-host dinner party.
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Instant Coffee Is Fancy Now: The Best Travel-Friendly Coffees to Take With You
When you're on the road, these single-serve coffees make staying caffeinated much more pleasant.
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Our Favorite Cranberry Sauce Is Spiked Cranberry Sauce
This year’s cranberry relish is a little tipsy.