7 ways top Syracuse bars can rake in more customers
Faegan’s and Orange Crate are running out of ideas to attract college students, but our humor columnist has important tips for raking in more customers. Read more »
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Video: Thirsty Thursday: How to make ‘The Love Potion’ and ‘The Stupid Cupid’
Need a drink to share with your loved one? How about a cocktail for girl's night? These two drinks are perfect for however you are celebrating Valentine’s Day. Read more »
Thirsty Thursday: How to make the ‘44 Loko’
Need a new drink? This cocktail puts a Syracuse spin on your favorite caffeinated alcoholic beverage. Read more »
Local craft breweries are the perfect place to spend spring break
If you’re worried about having nothing to do over spring break in Syracuse, don’t be: these craft breweries offer some of central New York’s best beer. Read more »
Are you in New York City or LA over winter break? Check out these bars.
If you're looking for new places to have a reasonably cheap night out in New York or Los Angeles, Thirsty Thursday columnist Mikey Light has some ideas. Read more »
This Thanksgiving-inspired cocktail will get you through the holiday
Thirsty Thursday writer Mikey Light gives a rundown on what to drink this Thanksgiving and why you’ll desperately need it to get by. Read more »
Forget the costumes — here are some homemade Halloween cocktails
Thirsty Thursday writer Mikey Light gives alternative drink options for the traditional, expensive and sweet Halloween drinks. Read more »
They gave you life, so give them liquor. Try these cocktails on your parents this weekend.
With your parents coming to town, it’s time to show them what you’ve learned at college by making them a proper drink. Read more »
Dogfish Head Brewery missed their shot at a sour craft beer
Don’t let Dogfish Head SeaQuench Ale be your first sour. Definitely do not let it be your last. Read more »
New York craft beer app helps you find places to drink
The up-and-coming New York Craft Beer App gives users the chance to browse local craft breweries. It’s worth the download if you’re a craft connoisseur. Read more »
Forget piña coladas, these spiked smoothies are the way to go
Adding a couple ounces of rum to a berry smoothie gives the illusion of health, but the feeling of a tropical summer drink. Read more »
Forget Mimosas, elevate brunch with limoncello sangria
This sangria strays from traditional red wine-based versions, but it is a great light, bubbly drink to share with friends as the weather warms up. Read more »
Bring the Hungry Chuck’s experience home with you with these recipes
Hungry Chuck's may be closing soon, before that happens here are some tips to bring the Chuck’s experience to your house. Read more »
April Fools, this drink is fake
Perfect for an April Fools’ Day party, or for when you feel like being fancy but not drinking something that tastes like bitter whiskey, The Syracuse looks just like a Manhattan, but is fresher, crisper and sweeter. Read more »
The Spring Collins: spring meets 19th century Britain
Taking three spring-season fruits and mixing it with what is essentially a boozy lemonade makes for a perfect, very British, start to spring. Read more »
Forget green eggs and ham. Drink this green beer, fam.
Beer-drinkers gathered last weekend on Tipperary hill for a colorful event: Green Beer Sunday Read more »
Golden Vidal Blanc Ice Wine is local and luxurious
Warm winters are not good for wine that needs frozen grapes to be made. From the Standing Stone winery in central New York, this ice wine is worth a try while supplies last. Read more »
Kombucha beer really is the perfect blend between the probiotic health drink and your favorite ale
Catch it at your local craft beer spot, Unity Vibration’s Kombucha beer is a funky, fruity drink that’s worth a try. Read more »
Classic Cuban Mojito is light and refreshingly sweet
A bartender from El Floridita, a well-known Havana establishment, said the secret to a perfect mojito is in the execution. Read more »
Grapes & Roses is a romantic Pisco cocktail sure to woo your Valentine
This Valentine’s Day, instead of going out to the local florist to pick up a bouquet of roses, head to the grocery store and pick… Read more »
This Guinness Martini is the strongest martini you’ll ever drink
The mix of an American classic and an Irish staple is an unusual but intriguing drink. Read more »
Mix red wine and hot chocolate for a warm, rich drink
The ancient Aztecs are said to have mixed chocolate beverages with wine. Centuries later, this combination still has a tasty result. Read more »
Put that leftover champagne to use with these drink recipes
If you're one of the many people who bought too much champagne to drink this past holiday season, take a look at these recipes to put those bottles to good use. Read more »
Spice up your holiday eggnog with brandy, whiskey or rum
Eggnog is the drink of the season, and you've got options when it comes to what type of alcohol you can use to make the holiday drink. Read more »
