future of drink
These Are the Cocktails of the Future
Five of the world's most progressive bartenders imagine what the cocktail will look like a decade from now.
- story: Chloe Frechette
- photos: Lizzie Munro
Can the Bar Industry Tackle Its Inclusion Problem?
The past year brought to light issues of sexism and diversity within the bar community, forcing the drinks world to take a hard look at itself.
- story: Robert Simonson
- photo: Lizzie Munro
The Wine Stories That Will Shape 2018
From the potential decline of the celebrity sommelier to California’s next chapter and more.
- story: Jon Bonné
- illustration: Natalie K Nelson
Will Natural Wine Make It in the Mainstream?
After a serious uptick in interest and media coverage in 2017, our panel considers the future of the natural wine movement.
- story: Megan Krigbaum
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Which Drink Trends Should Disappear in 2018?
This year saw a of boom of juicy IPAs, vintage amari and the continued revival of '70s and '80s cocktails. Which trends will stick it out through 2018?
- story: Punch Staff
- photo: Daniel Krieger
The Cocktail and Spirits Stories That Will Shape 2018
From mezcal mania to Japanese-style highballs, Robert Simonson lays out the cocktail and spirits trends that will make a difference in 2018.
- story: Robert Simonson
- illustration: Natalie K Nelson
Who Will Save the Soul of American Whiskey?
Thad Vogler travels to Colorado in search of what, he believes, may become the country’s most singular rye whiskey.
- story: Thad Vogler
- illustration: Nick Hensley Wagner
Will the New England IPA Continue Its Reign in 2018?
Our panel considers the future of the juicy New England IPA, 2017's breakout beer style.
- story: Aaron Goldfarb
- photo: Lizzie Munro
How to Science Your Way to a Better Cocktail Syrup
The White Lyan team shares their advice on how to make better fruit, vegetable and tea syrups at home.
- story: Maja Jaworska
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Meet the New Ramos Gin Fizz
Bartenders are taking the infamous New Orleans classic in new directions.
- story: Kara Newman
- photo: PUNCH
