To Princess Diana’s former butler, Buckingham Palace was the “gin palace,” where the drinks never stopped flowing. Paul Burrell, who served at the royal residence for 11 years before moving to Kensington Palace, has written a new book, “The Royal Insider.” In it, he said that gallons of gin were consumed every week, “some legitimately, some … Read more
People can’t wait to get their claws into this cocktail. A luxurious bloody Mary — served with an entire Maine lobster hanging over the rim — is on the menu at Claudio’s Waterfront in Greenport, L.I. Customers can’t get enough of the crustacean creation, and are willing to shell out $120 for it. “Oh my … Read more
This new cocktail is trying to drive some competition. The Mulligan is making the rounds at the 2025 Ryder Cup in a big swing to unseat the reigning king (sorry, mint julep) of sports cocktails: the $17 million-selling Honey Deuce that served aces at the U.S. Open. U.S. Open fans slammed back a record $17 … Read more
Game, set, sip! US Open fans went love-love for Honey Deuces this year – slamming back a record $17 million worth of the famed, $23-a-pop cocktails, the United States Tennis Association reported this week. The Grey Goose vodka-and-lemonade concoction – topped with a skewer of honeydew melon balls – was guzzled 738,459 times during the … Read more
Joey Potter’s come a long way from the fish and chips at The Icehouse on “Dawson’s Creek.” Katie Holmes was photographed chowing down on the $100 six-piece chicken nuggets topped with caviar now being served at the US Open. The actress indulged in the delicacy — which was introduced at the food court of the … Read more
Bartenders across the Big Apple have gotten themselves in a pickle. It used to be that NYC’s crunchy and sour snack was a cheap, old-school deli staple, served as part of a mouthwatering sandwich. These days, though, the humble pickle has been elevated to the latest trendy ingredient. Amo’s bartender Sebastian Sandoval puts the finishing … Read more
This year at the US Open, the top seed is being challenged — and we’re not talking about Janik Sinner or Aryna Sabalenka. The tournament’s reigning alcoholic beverage, the Grey Goose Honey Deuce, is facing off against several new cocktail competitors as Arthur Ashe Stadium increasingly becomes a venue for drunken follies and mayhem — … Read more
Not all boxes are made equally, some sparing sommeliers seem to think. Though boxed wines are often regarded as repulsive to bacchants beyond the age of 20, leading wine experts say they actually have some merit — if the consumer is choosy about the candidate in question. “Whites and rosés can be enjoyed very young, … Read more
Conversations about flying today are sparking memories of nostalgic times in the skies and the ways in which travel has changed over the years. A Reddit user recently posted a message in the “r/aviation” forum, asking, “So were the airlines of the ‘golden ages’ operating at a massive loss?” “Pan Am, for example, lasted 64 … Read more
As the summer heat drives many Americans to reach for a cold drink after a hard day’s work, some may wonder: What’s the healthiest alcohol to sip if you’re not cutting it out entirely? Some health-conscious Americans opt for liquors instead of beer and cider to avoid excess calories. Others avoid red wines to steer clear of … Read more
They’re old-fashioned. “Bachelor in Paradise” bartender Wells Adams revealed the drink requests he received from senior contestants competing on the show this season. “They drink like old people drink, which is like, ‘I need two fingers of Glenlivet. I need some Chablis mixed in with some Mylanta,’” he told The Post. Wells Adams has been … Read more
Natalia Corso, an Emirates flight attendant, shared how she and her boyfriend turn their economy seats into a full-on “luxury” experience — and the Internet was simultaneously jealous and irritated. “Manifesting getting sat next to you guys on my next flight,” wrote one hopeful commenter. In a video that’s now racked up over 28 million … Read more
That’s one glam gulp. Flashing cash is a way of life in The Hamptons, but there’s a new, over-the-top way to show off your wealth this summer — by sipping on an $8,000 martini dripping with diamonds. Luxe libation lovers not looking to hide their shine are heading to Sag Harbor’s DOPO La Spiaggia to try … Read more
Talk about a chilling effect. As summer officially kicks off and an oppressive heat wave threatens to melt the Northeast, New Yorkers will be venturing to rooftop lounges and chic watering holes to cool down, but with icy flair. Big Apple bars are happy to pay extra to have crystal-clear ice delivered to their doors … Read more
Kinsey Donner thinks $18 is a “reasonable” price for a drink in the city, but honestly, she’ll really pay anything. “I’ve just accepted that drinks in New York are expensive,” the 28-year-old transplant from Virginia told The Post. She said it’s become her “new normal” after living in Manhattan for 2½ years. Despite some grumbling, … Read more
It’s top-shelf and top-of-the-line. An exclusive restaurant in Miami sent many into a spiral after revealing a cocktail that comes with a $33,000 price tag — and a Birkin bag. Content creator Mister Lewis asked a server what the most expensive drink on the menu was at Papi Steak in Miami Beach. A cocktail at … Read more
The Negroni is finally having the moment it deserves. The cocktail — traditionally made with gin, Campari and sweet vermouth — tempts with its complexity. Bitter notes mix with sweet and herbal ones, making every sip a surprise. Despite its sophisticated flavor, the tipple is shockingly easy to make. Simply mix ingredients and pour them … Read more
Regulars know the Hamptons is more than a place to hit the beach and unwind for hours by the pool. Every summer, the eastern tip of Long Island transforms into a social hot spot, a place for the world’s elite to gather, let loose and have one too many drinks somewhere fabulous. There are, of … Read more
When entering one of New York’s many cocktail cathedrals — say the King Cole or Bemelmans — it’s likely the icy, textbook martini is shaken the same way it was when your great-granddad gargled them. But if you’re starting to think “this certainly is a lot of liquor,” and “Wow, there’s a whole sidecar more … Read more
Cheers to NYC! North America’s 50 Best Bars of 2025 has been revealed — and it was an NYC takeover. Superbueno, a Mexican-American cocktail bar in the East Village, is little over two years old, yet it’s already achieved the title of second-best bar on the continent. Ignacio “Nacho” Jimenez, pictured holding Superbueno’s Green Mango … Read more