Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jillian Dara is a freelance journalist covering wine and spirits. Over the years, green cocktails and green beers have become ...

Talk about a drink with staying power. The history of martinis is hotly debated, but versions of it first appeared in cocktail books in the late 1800s. The cocktail has evolved over time, garnished ...

Shrimp cocktail may seem like an especially simple dish, but making a really good shrimp cocktail can be a lot trickier than it seems. In fact, there are many mistakes that home cooks frequently make ...

You probably don't give a lot of thought to the ice you use in things — whatever your fridge makes is usually good enough to chill a glass of soda or lemonade. But when you're making mixed drinks, ice ...

Not only can a well-placed cocktail garnish make a drink look and feel fancy, the right choice can enhance the liquid that is poured into your glass. We spoke to Justin Lavenue, master mixologist and ...