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January 24

Bartenders say one common request costs them tips — and some customers have no idea

A restaurant owner and bartender reveal the hidden cost of moving tabs between bar and table service. Tips don't always follow when checks transfer locations.

January 22

Happy hour habits shift bar culture in America: Who's drinking when

Experts reveal happy hours aren't dead — they're evolving. Remote jobs and COVID-19 have reshaped after-work socializing, with younger employees still seeking drink deals.

January 16

Bartenders reveal what they actually drink when they're off duty: 'Truly great shot'

Professional bartenders reveal their favorite shots, ranging from bourbon-coffee blends to mezcal-based cocktails. The insider picks go beyond typical bar orders.

December 29

Iconic American brewer launches beer so strong it's banned in 15 states: What to know

Iconic brewer Samuel Adams has released Utopias 2025, a 30% ABV beer so strong it rivals cocktails and is banned in 15 states for its extreme alcohol content.

December 17

Tara Reid's disputed drink-tampering claim leads experts to warn against 'ill intentions' of strangers

Actress Tara Reid was reportedly drugged at an Illinois hotel bar, prompting experts to share drink-tampering prevention tips and safety products for the holidays.

November 29

Bar owner sparks fury over 'narrow-minded,' controversial late-night entry policy

Bar owner Carl Peters is facing viral backlash after mocking a customer who called his no-solo-drinkers policy at Alibi cocktail bar "discrimination."

October 18

The most iconic dive bars in America: Are any in your state?

Dive bars across America offer unpretentious atmospheres with cheap drinks, salty bartenders and genuine conversations at historic establishments.

October 3

Gen Z drinkers leave bartenders frustrated with shrinking tips as 'terrible' trend emerges

Young Americans are tipping less at bars and restaurants, though some Generation Z college graduates still prioritize leaving 20% gratuity for service workers.

September 18

Happy hour banned? 7 US states still outlaw after-work drink specials

Seven U.S. states, including Massachusetts and Utah, ban happy hours due to drunk driving concerns, prohibiting discounted alcohol sales during limited time periods.

September 6

Gen Z breaks traditional beer rules with new ice-cold trend that some call 'refreshing'

The controversial new trend of adding ice to beer has spread internationally among young drinkers, prompting mixed reactions from industry experts and critics.