In this section we explore the things that define Bodega Life. We bring you some of the best and brightest minds, sharing their knowledge and passion for the things they love. Sports, health, cars, finance and fashion are some of the lifestyle areas you’ll discover. Enjoy!
Ten underrated whiskies from around the world
There’s a lot to be said for discovering an unheralded gem of a dram.
read moreThe Case for Drinking Cigar-Soaked Rum
What do you taste when you drink rum that’s had a cigar steeping in it for three days? Smoke. And so much more.
read moreSniff, Swill, Sip
Leading whisky expert Charles MacLean on the underrated art of downing a good Scotch.
read moreAmerica’s Best Bars for Cigar Smokers
Whiskey and stogies reunite in these urban refuges from smoking bans.
read moreWhat are the Benefits of Resting Premium Cigars?
When it comes to the enjoyment of a premium cigar, the little things that you do before you light it can make all the difference to the taste. Not all cigars are created equal, and knowing how to maximize the taste you get from a cigar can radically change the flavor, even if the cigars all come from the same box.
read moreA Guide for the Cigar Virgin
The smell of a fine cigar lingers in the air, the texture and feel in your hand perhaps invoking memories of the time you laid back with friends sipping an eighteen-year-old scotch with a nice view; it’s like something from a Coppola movie.
read more7 Underrated Styles Beer Lovers Should Get to Drinking
In the world of beer, macro-brewed American light lagers still dominate the market, but craft breweries are quickly gobbling up (or chugging down) market share with the bold flavors of hop-heavy IPAs; dark, chewy stouts; complex Belgian ales; and, more recently, sour beers. While these styles all deserve their hype, here are some underrated, too often overlooked varieties every beer drinker should revisit.
read moreTop Cruise Ships of the World
Cruises are a great way for couples, families and singles to travel in style and experience an unforgettable trip to some of the most beautiful parts of the world.
read more11 Cocktails That Show a Little Professionalism
These drinks were named after professions. Is yours listed?
read moreShould You Tip on Takeout?
Tipping is, in theory, a voluntary act. Yet Americans feel strongly that tipping waiters and waitresses anything under 15% is perniciously cheap, and most people seem equally certain that tipping on takeout orders is unnecessary.
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