BLACK-OWNED DISTILLERIES TO BUY FROM RIGHT NOW

Looking for a new whisky or tequila to add to your bar cart, while also supporting African-American businesses? While you might be quick to head to the Scottish or Mexican aisle at your local liquor store to stock up on summer sips, dismissing American-made bottles would be doing yourself a major disservice, and these premium labels are proof of that. This selection highlights some of the best Black-owned distilleries across the country making bottles you’ll definitely want to savor. From traditional Tennessee whiskey to gin and vodka made in the middle of Miami, these American spirits are churning out some of the tastiest pours in the nation.

DRINKING TWO OR MORE DIET SODAS A DAY INCREASES CHANCES OF HEART ATTACKS AND STROKES, SAYS MAJOR NEW STUDY

According to a massive study from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, diet sodas and drinks containing artificial sweeteners are even worse for your health than you may have imagined, and can increase the likelihood of heart attacks, strokes, dementia, and diabetes.

Refreshingly Radioactive? The Wild History of Energy Drinks

Modern life have you feelingfrazzled? Flagging a bit as you rush through your day? Maybe you’re one of the millions of consumers who lean on energy drinks to put a little extra pep in your step.

5 SMOOTH-SIPPING ROSÉS TO DRINK RIGHT NOW

The rosé resurgence has been in effect for some time now and shows no signs of abating, which for those of us content to sit back while trends play themselves out simply means there’s more to enjoy.

MACALLAN IS NOW SELLING A $35,000 SINGLE-MALT SCOTCH

Earlier this month, Macallan released one of the oldest bottles of single-malt whisky ever to leave its distillery, a crowning achievement 65 years in the making. At $35,000, it will also cost you a nice chunk of your retirement fund, assuming you can even get your hands on one.

3 KILLER COURVOISIER COCKTAILS

The new look for the spirit, Napoleon’s favorite brandy, “pays homage to the brand’s rich 200 year legacy of craftsmanship and innovation” and include a visual interpretation of the Eiffel Tower where, Courvoisier was famously served at the monument’s opening celebration in 1889.

Make an Amazing Watermelon Slushy Using a Drill and a Coat Hanger

It’s summer. It’s hot. You need a drink that’s cold, refreshing, and very alcoholic. Grab a watermelon, a coat hanger, a drill, and a bottle of your favorite vodka and be prepared to absolutely crush all the other offerings at the barbecue.

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