Drink Ideas - Party Planning

13 More Things Your Bartender Won't Tell You

Insider tips from professional bartenders.

Celebrate with something a little different from the traditional Corona or margarita. Try a Love Bird, a Pink Squirrel, a Barking Spider or one of seven other funny-named cocktails.

The Best Booze for the Buck

6 expert picks for recession tippling.

13 Different Types of Beer

Here's a quick tutorial on some major types of beer and some common brands that you can find almost anywhere. Want to broaden your horizons? Try Ratebeer.com for a plethora of tasting notes and descriptions.

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