Wine 101
Wine needn’t be expensive or intimidating―a corkscrew and a little basic knowledge are all you need to enjoy the fruit of the vine. Here, how to choose, store, and serve wine.
Portable and Affordable
The Best Boxed Wines
Dare to think outside of the bottle with one of these affordable, tasty, and environmentally friendly wines.
3 Reasons You Should Buy Wine in a Box
Boxed wines are everywhere these days—are they the right option for you?

Basic Wine Varieties
A guide to the big six―the most common grape varieties found in the United States―and foods to pair them with.
Photo: Mark Lund
How to Serve Wine
Follow these basic rules to ensure that the wine you’re pouring is at its best.
Photo: James Merrell
Home Bar Essentials
A nine-bottle bar should meet all your cocktail needs, giving you the ingredients to make hundreds of recipes. Here's the only liquor you need, along with mixers, gadgets, garnishes, and glasses.
- Bourbon
- Cointreau or triple sec (some people swear Cointreau is worth the money even if you mix it)
- Gin
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