"The first thing to understand about wine tastings is that you're there to taste, not to drink. You'll be served tasting portions, so don't expect this to be a party," she told us.

For example, a party of 10 people that meet from 6 to 9 p.m. would need a total of 60 beverages. Using the percentages recommended above, that would equal 18 spirit pours, 18 wine pours, 9 pints ...

Good news; there are so, so many great Kentucky whiskeys from which to choose. Of course, it doesn't have to just be Bluegrass malts, but since we're talking about a Derby party, well, the closer ...

I also like to pour the products 10-15 minutes before the tasting, because this isn’t like wine where you have to decant it, but we sure do need it to open up.

Feeling overwhelmed by wine lists at restaurants? Sommelier André Hueston Mack returns to Bon Appétit to teach you how to confidently order wine like a pro. Whether you’re a casual drinker or ...

The Coravin Timeless Wine Preservation System comes highly recommended by Julie Lumgair, a winemaker, wine educator and owner of Art Nouveau Wine, who has used it in her Napa Valley wine tasting ...