The first sip of a great cocktail can be an almost magical feeling, whether it be a spicy tajin-rimmed mezcal mule, a Negroni sbagliato with prosecco in it or even a bubbly, refreshing sparkling wine.

After testing for taste, speed, and ease of use, we recommend the Bartesian and Bev. While neither replaces the quality cocktail an adequate bartender produces, both make good enough cocktails faster ...

Over the years (she says in her ripe, old mid-20s), I’ve become more and more of an alcohol snob. Not that I can afford top-shelf spirits on a regular night out, but I’ve become disenchanted with ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. There are people who follow cocktail recipes to the letter (for ...