Maple syrup adds texture, depth and structure that sugar can’t. Bartenders and whiskey makers explain how to balance it, what to pair it with and the mistakes to avoid.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Make a batch and keep it in your fridge for impromptu cocktail parties. If you've ever had a Mai Tai, Old Fashioned, or Mint Julep ...

No matter how dry you like your martini, the original definition of the word cocktail—still considered canon by purists—calls for sugar. A piece by Mallory Arnold called “A Sticky Day in the Life of a ...

There's no simpler way to upgrade your favorite recipes with a little extra flavor. This chamomile-scented honey syrup is an elevated simple syrup; the chamomile tea steeps in the honey syrup, giving ...

Looking to bring some tropical, chill vibes into your glass? Try making this coconut simple syrup. It's sweet, nutty, and a little decadent — but not hard to pull off. John Roel Carpo, general manager ...

Unlikely ingredients to upgrade cocktails are almost as varied as cocktails themselves, with everything from pickle juice to bacon fat making an appearance in delectable concoctions. While you may ...